El Gancho Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Plaza del Pilar
Home to many of Zaragoza’s most important sights, this square is also a popular gathering place and the setting for the city’s biggest annual festivals.
Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar
Experience the rich Baroque beauty of this ornate basilica, built on the site where devotees believe that the Virgin Mary appeared on a marble pillar in A.D. 40.
Plaza de Espana
Head to the center of Zaragoza for its main square, a large space of historical importance that is near many other major attractions.
Aljaferia Palace
Enjoy your time in Zaragoza with a visit to a magnificent palace that served for centuries as a royal residence.
Grande José Antonio Labordeta Park
Discover a picturesque urban oasis of lawns, trees, flowers, gardens and monuments. Stroll, jog or cycle through its surroundings, play sports or simply relax.
La Seo Cathedral
At this ancient place of worship see a monumental work of architecture housing gorgeous chapels and a museum filled with centuries-old tapestries.
Activities
Zaragoza: Aljafería Palace guided tour in Spanish
Midday Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Old Town of Belchite
Tudela: Artajo Olive Oil Tour, Tasting, and bottle of EVOO
Our pick of the best El Gancho Hotel Deals
Apartment in the historic center of Zaragoza | FREE PARKING | check in 24 h.
"Todo perfecto, por poner algo negativo que la cama grande es muy ruidosa y el colchon no esta en muy buen estado."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Hiberus
"Everything great Recommend"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Zentral Ave
"The hottel is located 8 mins walk from Delicas station . The hotel is very modern location to the old town is by the 34 or circular bus very close and takes 15 mins to get to Reception was very quick to allocate room friendly and professional..The room I stayed in was l spacious premium room . The ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Diagonal Plaza
"Lovely breakfast menu and comfortable beds. Great overnight stop. Location is in an industrial area, but quiet. Good parking"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel ILUNION Romareda
"I have stayed at this hotel frequently as I have family living close by. On this occasion I had brought my car from England and the excellent staff arranged access to a secure underground car park very close by. When the technology of the check in system at the car park confused me Lucia from reception ..."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hesperia Zaragoza Centro
"Nice hotel near easy 15min walk old centre. Staff very helpful and breakfast wide-ranging and good quality"
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Gancho
San Pablo
If you're spending some time in San Pablo, St Paul's Church and Puerta del Carmen are top sights worth seeing.
El Tubo
While there might not be top attractions in El Tubo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Espana and Calle Alfonso.
Parque de Roma
Though Parque de Roma may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like CaixaForum Zaragoza and Gran Via.
Zaragoza Old Town
Historical sites, museums and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Zaragoza Old Town. Make a stop by Plaza de Espana or Calle Alfonso while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Arrabal
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in Arrabal. You might want to make time for a stop at Puente de Piedra or Expectacular NORIA.
La Almozara
Visitors to La Almozara enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Centro de Arte y Tecnología de Zaragoza is worth a stop.
