San José Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
Palace of Congresses of Zaragoza
Visit one of Zaragoza’s modern architectural marvels, a stunning-looking multi-purpose venue that was the exciting centerpiece of Zaragoza's 2008 expo.
Activities
Midday Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Old Town of Belchite
Zaragoza Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
Zaragoza: Private custom tour with a local guide
Our pick of the best San José Hotel Deals
Hotel Diagonal Plaza
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Zentral Ave
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Hotel Eurostars Zaragoza
Reviewed on 28 May 2025
Hesperia Zaragoza Centro
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Zaragoza
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Other neighbourhoods around San José
La Paz
Though La Paz may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Andalucía and Zaragoza Amusement Park.
Las Fuentes
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Fuentes and surrounding area, you can visit Principe Felipe Arena and Centro de Historia de Zaragoza.
Zaragoza Centro
You'll enjoy the bars and monuments in Zaragoza Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at Gran Via or Patio de la Infanta.
La Magdalena
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in La Magdalena. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Historia de Zaragoza or Santa Maria Magdalena Church.
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.
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.