Burgos, Spain

Burgos

A soaring Gothic cathedral on the Camino de Santiago.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Burgos

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO site, and its golden staircase.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Museum of Human Evolution, then walk along the river Arlanzón.
  3. EveningHave tapas on the Calle San Lorenzo.

Day 2

Visit the Atapuerca archaeological site, or the Cartuja de Miraflores monastery.

What to eat

Morcilla de Burgos, rice blood sausage, and queso de Burgos.

Local tips

Make the most of Burgos

Beat the crowds

Burgos is calm. The cathedral is busiest midday; go early or in the late afternoon.

Best photo spot

The cathedral's Gothic spires from the castle hill, or from the bridge over the river Arlanzón.

Getting there

Trains from Madrid take about 2.5 hours. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The Atapuerca archaeological site, where some of Europe's oldest human remains were found.

Good to know

The cathedral is one of the finest Gothic buildings in Spain. Burgos lies on the Camino de Santiago, so you'll see many pilgrims.

Plan your visit

Getting to Burgos

Getting there

  • Vitoria Airport (VIT)100 km away
  • Santander Airport (SDR)120 km away
  • Bilbao120 km away
  • León155 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Burgos: good to know

Is Burgos worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A soaring Gothic cathedral on the Camino de Santiago.

How many days do you need in Burgos?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Burgos?

You can visit all year. Burgos is calm. The cathedral is busiest midday; go early or in the late afternoon.

How do you get to Burgos?

The nearest airport is Vitoria Airport (VIT), about 100 km away. Trains from Madrid take about 2.5 hours. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Burgos?

Nearby hidden places include Bilbao (120 km), Santillana del Mar (121 km) and León (156 km).

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