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.
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.
Aljaferia Palace
Enjoy your time in Zaragoza with a visit to a magnificent palace that served for centuries as a royal residence.
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
Napoleonic Secrets of Zaragoza: Self-Guided History Adventure
Zaragoza: Curiosities, Photos, and Churro Tasting Tour
Private custom tour with a local guide Zaragoza
Our pick of the best San José Hotel Deals
Hotel Diagonal Plaza
Clean large room and bathroom. The breakfast is overpriced for the offering.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Zentral Ave
The staff was friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel ILUNION Romareda
I recently stayed here and had a truly wonderful experience overall. If you are looking for a hotel that prioritizes hospitality and convenience, this is a fantastic choice.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Catalonia El Pilar
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly breakfast was nice
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Hiberus
Very nice hotel , good breakfast , very confortable , parking expensive , but you can park a couple of blocks away
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Palafox
It’s a fine hotel and not a 5 stars. The room did not have airconditioning. It was a very hot room. I had to ask for my real room which was a suite and they gave me just a regular room. Overall it’s a regular hotel. Breakfast was ok.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
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 Antigua School of Medicine.
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 San Carlos Borromeo Seminary.
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.
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.
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.
