Huesca

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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

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Casco Antiguo

You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Casco Antiguo. You might want to make time for a stop at Huesca Cathedral or Abbey of San Pedro el Viejo.

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Barrio de San Lorenzo

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 Abbey of San Pedro el Viejo and Huesca Cathedral, a few notable attractions nearby.

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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 Abbey of San Pedro el Viejo are a few top places to visit.

Barrio del Perpetuo Socorro
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Fornillos de Apiés

While Fornillos de Apiés isn't home to many top sights, Huesca Cathedral and Abbey of San Pedro el Viejo are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fornillos de Apiés
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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
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Hotel Pedro I de Aragón
4.5 out of 5
Calle del Parque, 34, Huesca, Huesca
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The price is €73 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
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10 Apr - 11 Apr
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Abba Huesca
Abba Huesca
4 out of 5
Calle Tarbes, 14, Huesca, Huesca
The price is €77 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
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8.8/10 Excellent! (218 reviews)
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Reviewed on 20 Dec 2023

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Hotel Sancho Abarca
4 out of 5
Calle Coso Alto 52, Huesca, Huesca
The price is €82 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€82
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Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Huesca. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast, and WiFi. Popular attractions Huesca Cathedral and Colegiata de Santa María are ...
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