Zaragoza Turismo
Route for a 24, 48, 72 hour stay
Parque Primo de Rivera
Patio de los Naranjos
Paseo Independencia
Route for a 24-hour stay
10.00 a.m.-The route starts with a visit to the Basilica del Pilar, which may be completed by going up one of its towers to enjoy an unbeatable panoramic view of the city. A visit may then be made to the Pilar Museum (sixteenth-twentieth century) which its renowned collection of mantos (protective fabrics) and jewels that have been offered to the Virgin of the Pillar. Upon leaving the Basilica, the route then goes through the Plaza de las Catedrales. The Town hall and the Guildhall, a magnificent sixteenth-century building that has been converted into an exhibition space, are on the way from El Pilar to La Seo.
11.45 a.m.- La Seo or Cathedral of San Salvador has a beautiful, harmonious series of architectural styles. Its Romanesque apse, Mudejar wall in the parochial chapel, Gothic altarpiece, elegant Baroque tower and Neoclassical facade are all of interest. Do not leave without visiting the tapestry museum, one of the best in the world.
1:45 p.m.- The route now heads for the Caesaraugusta Theatre Museum, which provides an insight into one of the theatres with the greatest capacities in old Hispania.
After a pause for rest, visitors may continue the route with renewed vigour.
4.00 p.m.- Bicycles can be hired for a quiet pedal through Primo de Rivera Park. The viewpoint of Alfonso the Battler, The Rincón de Goya or any other beautiful spot in this great park are within easy reach.
5.30 p.m.- The Palacio de la Aljafería, from the Islamic period and one of the most beautiful buildings constructed during the reigns of the Taifas, can then be admired. The Palace contains the Torre del Trovador (Minstrel´s Tower), which is the setting for Verdi?s famous opera. The rooms of the Aragonese monarchy and the Catholic monarchs may also be visited.
7.00 p.m.- The route finishes at the Patio de la Infanta, an extraordinary Aragonese Renaissance courtyard and home to the Goya Room in which important paintings by the genius are on display.
Route for a 48-hour stay
Day One
10.00 a.m.- The route starts from the Torreón de la Zuda, from which there are panoramic views.
10.30 a.m.- Visit to the Basilica del Pilar, which may be completed by going up one of its towers to enjoy an unbeatable panoramic view of the city. A visit can then be made to the famous collection of mantos (protective cloaks) and jewels that have been offered to the Virgin of the Pillar, in the Pilar Museum, inside the Basilica. At the exit, when heading in the direction of La Seo, visitors encounter the Town hall and the Guildhall, a magnificent sixteenth-century building that has been converted into an exhibition space.
12.00 a.m.- La Seo or Cathedral of San Salvador has a beautiful, harmonious series of architectural styles. Its Romanesque apse, Mudejar wall in the parochial chapel, Gothic altarpiece, elegant Baroque tower and Neoclassical facade are all of interest. Do not leave without visiting the tapestry museum, one of the best in the world.
1:45 p.m.- From here it is just five minutes to the Caesaraugusta Theatre Museum, one of the largest theatres in Roman Hispania, with a capacity that reached 6,000 spectators.
This is a good moment to stop and eat at a good meal or taste some delicious tapas.
And with renewed strength ?
4.30 p.m.- ? the History Centre awaits. The aim is now to get an idea of what Expo 2008 will be like. An accurate architect?s model takes visitors to the facilities where water and sustainable development are to be the main subjects of this top international public event.
6.00 p.m.- The first day´s route ends at the Palacio de Argillo with a visit to the Museum that has a large collection (over one hundred sculptures) by the brilliant Aragonese sculptor Pablo Gargallo.
Day Two
10.30 a.m.- The day starts with a visit to the Aragonese Renaissance Patio de la Infanta, an unbeatable setting for an important collection of paintings by Francisco de Goya.
12.00 midday- A visit to the Caesaraugusta Forum Museum in the Plaza de las Catedrales.
1.30 p.m.- It is now time for a bit of fresh air. Bicycles can be hired for a quiet pedal through Primo de Rivera Park. Another more relaxing option is to take a ride on the panoramic train. Viewpoint of Alfonso the Battler, to the Rincón de Goya or other corners of this great park are within easy reach.
It is now the right moment to stop, take a break from so many surprises and have lunch in Zaragoza style.
4.30 p.m.- The Aljafair Palace awaits to reveal the beauty created by architects, artists and craftsmen in the most important work of Zaragoza Muslim architecture. The Palace contains the Torre del Trovador (Minstrel?s Tower), which is the setting for Verdi?s famous opera. The rooms of the Aragonese monarchy and the Catholic monarchs may also be visited.
6.00 p.m.- Art lovers will enjoy the magnificent collection at the Ibercaja Camón Aznar Museum, which has a remarkable series of engravings by Francisco de Goya. Para comenzar la jornada, visitaremos el Patio de la Infanta, de estilo renacentista aragonés, inmejorable marco para contemplar una importante colección de pinturas de Francisco de Goya.
Route for a 72-hour stay
Day One
10.00 a.m.- A magnificent way to start the day is with a visit to La Seo or the Cathedral de San Salvador, which has a beautiful, harmonious series of architectural styles. Its Romanesque apse, Mudejar wall in the parochial chapel, Gothic altarpiece, elegant Baroque tower and Neoclassical facade are all of interest. Do not leave without visiting the tapestry museum, one of the best in the world.
11:30 a.m.- The route continues towards the Caesaraugusta River Port Museum and a visit to see illustrative images of the trade along the river Ebro in the Roman period.
12:15 a.m.- Just a short distance away, by the Plaza de las Catedrales, is the sixteenth-century Guildhall building, a representative example of Renaissance civil architecture. It is currently a large exhibition room.
4.00 p.m.- After a midday rest, a visit to the tower of the Basilica del Pilar provides a spectacular view of Zaragoza. Lovers of sacred art will be interested by a visit to the Pilar Museum, which is inside the Basilica.
6.00 p.m.- The route then continues to the Plaza de San Felipe, site of the eighteenth-century Palacio de Argillo, which houses the museum devoted to the great Aragonese sculptor Pablo Gargallo.
7.00 p.m.- The first day ends with a visit to the Palacio de Sástago, where interesting exhibitions are held.
Day Two
10.30 a.m.- The route of the second day again starts in the Plaza de las Catedrales, this time with a visit to the Caesaraugusta Forum Museum.
11.30 a.m.- It then continues to the Palacio de la Real Maestranza or Palacio de Donlope, one of the best preserved palaces from the Renaissance period (open on Saturday and Sunday).
12:30 p.m.- The route then goes to the Palacio de la Aljafería, one of the most beautiful buildings in Muslim Spain. The Palace contains the Torre del Trovador (Minstrel?s Tower), which is the setting for Verdi?s famous opera. The rooms of the Aragonese monarchy and the Catholic monarchs may also be visited.
4.30 p.m.- After renewing one?s strength over a comfortable lunch, we recommend a quiet walk through the Primo de Rivera Park where bicycles can also be hired or a trip can be taken on the panoramic train.
7.00 p.m.- The day ends with a visit to see the pictorial works of Francisco de Goya that are conserved in the extraordinary Renaissance setting of the Palacio de la Infanta.
Day Three
10.00 a.m.- The final day begins with a visit to the Zaragoza History Centre where visitors can get an insight into the historic development of the city of Zaragoza in a modern exhibition space.
11:15 a.m.- After returning to the old town, the route continues on the subject of water with a visit to the Caesaraugusta Public Baths Museum, which shows how the people of Zaragoza lived in the Roman period.
1.00 p.m.- The Basilica de Santa Engracia features the sarcophaguses of paleo-Christians, a testimony to the first Christian art in the city. The facade of Santa Engracia is a jewel of Aragonese Renaissance sculpture.
4.00 p.m.- The afternoon is devoted to Goya, whose series of engravings are kept in the Ibercaja Camón Aznar Museum. This museum also contains pictures by other important painters.
7.00 p.m.- The visit ends with a pleasurable quiet walk through the city centre (Calle Alfonso I, Bullring, Plaza de España, Paseo de la Independencia, Plaza Aragón and Plaza Basilio Paraíso) and a last look at the facade of the Paraninfo Universitario (University Auditorium), which is the work of Ricardo Magdalena.
