The capital invites reading The Aragonese capital is a paradise for readers. Not only because it offers so many peaceful and relaxing spots, but also due to events such as the spring Book Fair, as well as other activities intended for a wide audience of all ages Zaragoza works to actively promote reading. For example,…
WALKS AND FUN The Parque Labordeta is a classic park in the city, a natural and sentimental heritage of its habitants. Apart from fresh air, the parks of Zaragoza provide a wide offer of leisure: from zip lines to horseback or bicycle ridings.
A leap into the void The delightful Pablo Gargallo Museum exhibits important works by the artist who explored the form of the void in a Renaissance palace. Zaragoza’s museum devoted to Pablo Gargallo is located in the centre, on charming Plaza de San Felipe. It is one of the loveliest spots in the Aragonese capital.…
Mudéjar art in Aragón Zaragoza is a magnificent example of Aragonese Mudéjar art, a World Heritage Site. The route is sprinkled with museums, restaurants, houses and tapas bars, from the Aljafería, the most northerly Arab Palace in Europe, to be recuperated, spectacular Seo (Cathedral), up to the Tower of the Church of the Magdalena, a…
In Zaragoza, the jota is also rap. For years now, the neighbourhood of La Jota has been one of the national epicentres of hip-hop culture in its own right. From the seminal Violadores del Verso to the very latest forms of expression from a movement that includes music, dance, urban art, BMX and skateboarding, the…
ALFONSO I STREET Calle Alfonso I is the ideal Access route to the Plaza del Pilar. Its historical buildings are the perfect frame for the basilica. The walk par excellence in Zaragoza: from Calle Alfonso I to the Plaza del Pilar to finish at one of the bridges over the River Ebro with their views.…
1001 Stories The former San Agustín Monastery is a multi-disciplinary space devoted to the avant-garde, fashion, literature, cinema, comics and more… It is one of the most unique spots in the huge historic district. The former San Agustín Monastery is home to the Historias Centre, a place for culture in the broadest sense of the…
The only one of steppe nature in Europe The Parque del Agua is the newest park in the city. It has a large lake, orchards, multi-adventure areas, a spa and a golf course. There are also some of the most spectacular views of the legacy of the Expo, such as the bridge designed by Zaha…
