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
City of Four Cultures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Zaragoza
Zaragoza: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Our pick of the best San José Hotel Deals
Zentral Ave
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
NH Ciudad de Zaragoza
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Hotel Diagonal Plaza
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Hotel Don Jaime 54
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hesperia Zaragoza Centro
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Zaragoza
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San José
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 Zaragoza Film Archive.
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.
Romareda
You'll enjoy the bars and monuments in Romareda. You might want to make time for a stop at La Romareda or Sala Municipal de Arte Joven.
