Huesca Travel Guide

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This small provincial capital in northeast Spain is a great place to discover beautiful historic buildings, bustling picturesque streets and lively traditions.

Huesca is the capital of Huesca province and is a lovely Spanish city with many interesting sites. See its rich architecture, including Baroque and Gothic churches, ancient monasteries, castles and traditional buildings from the early 20th century. Join Huesca’s residents celebrating their rich cultural heritage during one of the most popular annual festivities, Las Fiestas de San Lorenzo (Saint Lorenzo Festival).

Discover the majestic cathedral La Santa Iglesia Catedral de la Transfiguración del Señor, also known as Catedral de Santa María de Huesca. The building is considered the heart of the old quarter of Huesca, together with the Ayuntamiento de Huesca (Huesca City Council). See the cathedral’s beautiful carvings and the impressive high altar made from alabaster. Take stunning photos of El Monasterio de San Pedro el Viejo (Old Saint Peter’s monastery), a Romanesque building from the 12th century, also located in the Old Town.

Wander along Calle Coso Alto, one of the city’s main streets. It is a bustling pedestrian area with many shops, bars, picturesque buildings and churches. See the church Iglesia de Santo Domingo y San Martín and the Teatro Olimpia, a theater with an impressive façade featuring six columns and Huesca’s coat of arms. Explore the Parque Miguel Servet, one of the city’s oldest parks. Here, find beautiful plants from Japan and China and the famous monument Las Pajaritas (Little Birds).

Visit Huesca during Las Fiestas de San Lorenzo, the popular annual festival honoring San Lorenzo (Saint Lorenzo). He was a cleric from Huesca martyred in Rome in A.D. 258. The festival starts on August 9 with the launching of a rocket known as el chupinazo from the balcony of the Ayuntamiento de Huesca. Join locals during these important days of the year, when they pay homage to their patron and dress in white with green scarfs. Sing the farewell song Adiós, San Lorenzo, Adios (Goodbye Saint Lorenzo, Goodbye) to mark the festival’s end on August 15.

Where to stay in Huesca

Huesca showing landscape views, a small town or village and mountains

Casco Antiguo

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Casco Antiguo. You might want to make time for a stop at Huesca Cathedral or Colegiata de Santa María.

Casco Antiguo
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Los Olivos

While Los Olivos isn't home to many top sights, Huesca Cathedral and Colegiata de Santa María are some notable places to visit nearby.

Los Olivos
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Barrio del Perpetuo Socorro

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Barrio del Perpetuo Socorro. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Huesca Cathedral and Huesca Museum are a few top places to visit.

Barrio del Perpetuo Socorro
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Barrio de San Lorenzo

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Barrio de San Lorenzo. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Huesca Cathedral and El Alcoraz Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Tabernas de Isuela

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Espacio 042 while you're exploring Tabernas de Isuela and the larger area.

Tabernas de Isuela
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Huerrios

Huerrios might not have many top sights, but Art and Nature Center - Beulas Foundation and El Alcoraz Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Huerrios
Hotel Pedro I de Aragón
Hotel Pedro I de Aragón
4.5 out of 5
Calle del Parque, 34, Huesca, Huesca
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The price is NZ$131 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$131
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Huesca. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)
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"Very comfortable, great breakfasts"

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Hotel Pedro I de Aragón
Abba Huesca
Abba Huesca
4 out of 5
Calle Tarbes, 14, Huesca, Huesca
The price is NZ$138 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$138
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Huesca. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Abbey of San Pedro el Viejo ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
Entertainment should be universal in hotel
"Tv channels were very boring. Hotel is for everyone so TV channels should in English and Spanish not just only Spanish old-fashioned."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2023

Abba Huesca
Hotel Sancho Abarca
Hotel Sancho Abarca
4 out of 5
Calle Coso Alto 52, Huesca, Huesca
The price is NZ$147 per night from 14 May to 15 May
NZ$147
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Huesca. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Huesca Cathedral and Colegiata ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (141 reviews)
"Good!"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2023

Hotel Sancho Abarca
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AparHotel Casa Arnal
AparHotel Casa Arnal
1 out of 5
Calle la Paul 7, Torres de Alcanadre, Huesca
Stay at this aparthotel in Torres de Alcanadre. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fireplace in the lobby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Go!! Vaya!!
"Wow, from the moment the door opened, exceptional. The apartment was great, yet the dinner — with olives, potatoes, and vegetables from her garden, beef from the community and delicious wine from the region — amazing! Go!!!"

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2023

AparHotel Casa Arnal
El Rincón de Martín en Huesca
El Rincón de Martín en Huesca
Huesca
Stay at this apartment in Huesca. Popular attractions Abbey of San Pedro el Viejo and Huesca Cathedral are located nearby.
El Rincón de Martín en Huesca
Townhouse-loft<br>Sabiñanigo<br>
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Sabiñánigo
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Sabinanigo. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Angel Orensanz Museum and Arts ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Todo muy bien
"El alojamiento cumple con todo lo indicado y la persona encargada de la gestión es muy amable, profesional."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2024

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