

Zaragoza
14 points of interest
Aljafería Palace
Must seeAttraction/Landmark
A stunning 11th-century Islamic palace that later served as a residence for Aragonese monarchs, showcasing a rare blend of Moorish, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture in the heart of Zaragoza.
Cathedral of the Savior of Zaragoza
Must seeReligious
Known locally as La Seo, this magnificent cathedral blends Romanesque, Gothic, Mudéjar, and Baroque styles across centuries of construction, and houses one of Europe's finest tapestry collections.
Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar
Must seeReligious
Spain's most important Marian shrine and Zaragoza's most recognizable landmark, this grand Baroque basilica on the banks of the Ebro is said to mark the spot where the Virgin Mary appeared to the Apostle James in 40 AD.
El Tubo ('The Tube' Area)
Must seeFood/Drink
Zaragoza's legendary tapas quarter, this labyrinth of narrow streets in the old town is packed with bustling bars and taverns where locals and visitors gather to enjoy Aragón's rich culinary traditions.
Calle Alfonso I (Alfonso I Street)
Attraction/Landmark
Zaragoza's most iconic boulevard, this elegant pedestrian street lined with shops and cafes connects Plaza de España to Plaza del Pilar, forming the city's vibrant commercial backbone.
Church of Santa Engracia de Zaragoza
Religious
Built over early Christian catacombs and Roman-era martyrs' tombs, this Renaissance church features a striking Plateresque facade and a crypt that is one of the oldest Christian sites in Spain.
Goya Museum - Ibercaja Collection
Museum/Gallery
Housed in a Renaissance palace, this museum dedicated to Zaragoza-born Francisco de Goya displays an outstanding collection of his paintings, engravings, and lithographs alongside works by other Aragonese masters.
La Lonja (The Old Exchange)
Attraction/Landmark
One of the finest examples of Renaissance civil architecture in Spain, this 16th-century trading hall now serves as an exhibition space and dazzles visitors with its grand interior of ornate columns and ribbed vaults.
Plaza del Pilar (Pilar Square)
Attraction/Landmark
One of the largest public squares in Europe, this vast pedestrian esplanade stretches between the Basilica del Pilar and La Seo, serving as the beating heart of Zaragoza's civic and cultural life.
Puente de Piedra (Stone Bridge)
Attraction/Landmark
Dating back to the 15th century, this iconic stone bridge over the Ebro River offers one of the most photographed views in Zaragoza, with the Basilica del Pilar rising majestically in the background.
Roman Walls of Zaragoza
Attraction/Landmark
These impressive remains of the ancient Roman fortifications of Caesaraugusta date back to the 1st-3rd centuries AD, standing as a powerful reminder of the city's two-thousand-year-old origins.
Torre Del Pilar Mirador (Column Tower Lookout)
Attraction/Landmark
Climb one of the Basilica del Pilar's towers for breathtaking panoramic views of Zaragoza's rooftops, the Ebro River, and on clear days, the distant peaks of the Pyrenees.
Zaragoza Central Market
Shopping
A vibrant Art Nouveau iron-and-glass market hall from 1903, this bustling food market is the perfect place to discover Aragón's finest local produce, from world-renowned Ternasco lamb to Calatayud peaches.
Zaragoza Museum
Museum/Gallery
Spanning archaeology and fine arts across two sections, this free museum showcases artifacts from Zaragoza's Roman past alongside an impressive painting collection featuring works by Goya and other Aragonese artists.