Picarral
Zaragoza
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.
Aljaferia Palace
Enjoy your time in Zaragoza with a visit to a magnificent palace that served for centuries as a royal residence.
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.
Palace of Congresses of Zaragoza
Visit one of Zaragoza’s modern architectural marvels, a stunning-looking multi-purpose venue that was the exciting centerpiece of Zaragoza's 2008 expo.
Things to do
Midday Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Old Town of Belchite
Zaragoza Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Zaragoza: Evening Tapas Walking Tour in the Old Town
Midday Market Tour and Spanish Cooking Class
Top hotels in Picarral
Hotel Diagonal Plaza
All good
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
INNSiDE by Meliá Zaragoza
A shout out to the great hotel - clean, comfortable, very friendly staff, and ideally located just off the old city centre. Our suite was spacious and modern, and everything we needed was within a walkable distance.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hesperia Zaragoza Centro
The only bad thing was that the air conditioner is available only in the summer. We opened the window but lots of noise from the street
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Zentral Ave
Everything was so good. Nice employees, nice hotel and delicious breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Catalonia El Pilar
Friendly check in, room squeaky clean, comfortable beds and yummy breakfast selections
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Pilar Plaza
This is one of my favorite hotels. The location is excellent. Staff was very friendly. The rooms were clean and semi luxurious. The price was good. I would definitely stay here again. Anthony R. Davidson Local Motion Realty, LLC
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Picarral
Arrabal
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in Arrabal. You might want to make time for a stop at Puente de Piedra or Expectacular NORIA.
Barrio de Jesús
Though Barrio de Jesús may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cenotafio de Goya and Plaza del Pilar.
Actur
If you're spending some time in Actur, New Aquarium Zaragoza and Grancasa Commercial Center are top sights worth seeing.
La Jota
While La Jota may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Puente de Piedra and Centro de Historia de Zaragoza.
El Gancho
While visiting El Gancho, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de Europa and Teatro del Mercado.
San Pablo
If you're spending some time in San Pablo, Puerta del Carmen and Church of Santiago El Mayor are top sights worth seeing.
