Zaragoza City Centre: Shopping, Modernism and Urban Leisure Guide
Zaragoza has two souls: the historical one, with its Roman stones and Mudéjar towers, and the cosmopolitan vibrant and stately. This second soul resides in the Central Zone, the expansion that exudes modernism, grand avenues and the best commercial offer in the city.
Here's your guide to discovering the center of Zaragoza.
1. The Commercial Axis: Paseo de la Independencia and Plaza de España
CCrossing Coso street, you will find yourself in the Plaza de España, the zero kilometer marker of Zaragoza's social life. From here the majestic Independence Walk, a 19th-century French-style boulevard.
What will you find here? It's the "Golden Mile" of shopping. From major international brands to historic boutiques. Strolling along its wide, arcaded sidewalks is an essential local tradition.
2. Modernist and Stately Zaragoza
The city center is a museum of 19th and 20th century architecture, and from this article, you can begin the Route of Modernism:
Old Mercantile Casino: An ornamental jewel that stands out for its facade and halls.
Post Office Building: On Paseo Independencia, an impressive neo-Mudéjar example.
Plaza de los Sitios: One of the most beautiful spaces in the city, designed for the Hispano-French Exhibition of 1908. It is a perfect place to stroll under the shade of the trees and admire the mansions that surround it.
3. Culture and Art: Museum of Zaragoza and Patio de la Infanta
For those seeking a cultural experience beyond the Pilar, the Center houses essential treasures:
Museum of Zaragoza: Located in the Plaza de los Sitios, it houses a magnificent collection of archaeology and fine arts, including works by Goya.
Patio de la Infanta: A hidden treasure within the Ibercaja headquarters. It is one of the best-preserved Renaissance courtyards in Aragon, moved stone by stone to its current location.
4. Gastronomy in the City Center: From classic to avant-garde
While the Old Town reigns supreme in traditional tapas, the City Center offers a more leisurely and cosmopolitan gastronomic experience:
Cinegia Gate: Right in Plaza España, this food market offers a wide variety of stalls under a giant statue of Caesar Augustus.
Historic Cafes: In the area around Plaza de los Sitios and Paseo de la Constitución you will find traditional cafes and elegant terraces perfect for theafterworkor a quiet snack.
Experience the contrast of Zaragoza from a unique location
Staying at the Hotel Europa lets you choose which Zaragoza you want to experience each day. Fancy ancient history? Or do you prefer shopping, modernist architecture, and grand avenues?
Our hotel is your starting point to enjoy the best of both worlds, with the convenience of always being close by.
Turn your trip into a complete experience.
