Zaragoza, Spain

Zaragoza

A grand basilica on the Ebro river and a Moorish palace.

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Things to do

2 days in Zaragoza

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Basilica del Pilar and take the lift up one of its towers for the view.
  2. AfternoonExplore the Aljafería, an 11th-century Moorish palace with Mudéjar ceilings.
  3. EveningHave tapas in El Tubo, a maze of narrow streets full of bars.

Day 2

Visit the Monasterio de Piedra, a park of waterfalls 90 minutes away.

What to eat

Ternasco de Aragón, roast lamb, and frutas de Aragón, chocolate-dipped candied fruit.

Local tips

Make the most of Zaragoza

Beat the crowds

Zaragoza is relaxed. The Basilica del Pilar is busiest on Sundays and during the Pilar festival in October.

Best photo spot

The Basilica del Pilar and its tiled domes reflected in the Ebro, from the Puente de Piedra at sunset.

Getting there

Fast trains from Madrid and Barcelona take about 1.5 hours. Trams run through the centre.

Don't miss nearby

The Monasterio de Piedra park with waterfalls and caves, about 1.5 hours away.

Good to know

The Aljafería is a beautiful Moorish palace inside the city. Climb a tower of the basilica (there's a lift) for the view over the river.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Zaragoza

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Plan your visit

Getting to Zaragoza

Getting there

  • Zaragoza Airport (ZAZ)13 km away
  • Reus Airport (REU)180 km away
  • Pamplona145 km away
  • Tarragona185 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

Zaragoza: good to know

Is Zaragoza worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A grand basilica on the Ebro river and a Moorish palace.

How many days do you need in Zaragoza?

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

When is the best time to visit Zaragoza?

You can visit all year. Zaragoza is relaxed. The Basilica del Pilar is busiest on Sundays and during the Pilar festival in October.

How do you get to Zaragoza?

The nearest airport is Zaragoza Airport (ZAZ), about 13 km away. Fast trains from Madrid and Barcelona take about 1.5 hours. Trams run through the centre.

What is there to see near Zaragoza?

Nearby hidden places include Ordesa Valley (Torla) (126 km), Cirque de Gavarnie (141 km) and Pamplona (144 km).

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