Huesca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 Colegiata de Santa María.

Casco Antiguo
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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 Huesca Cathedral and El Alcoraz Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.

Barrio de San Lorenzo
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Barrio de San José

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio de San José and surrounding area, you can visit Huesca Cathedral and El Alcoraz Stadium.

Barrio de San José
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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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Bellestar del Flumen

Though Bellestar del Flumen may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Huesca Cathedral and El Alcoraz Stadium.

Bellestar del Flumen
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Los Olivos

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

Los Olivos
Hotel Pedro I de Aragón

Hotel Pedro I de Aragón

4.5 out of 5
Calle del Parque, 34, Huesca, Huesca
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.267.311 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.267.311
Rp1.394.042 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Huesca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (348 reviews)
Huesca stop over on road trip
"Hotel was excellent. Reception staff were very informative and helpful. Stall all very professional and friendly in restaurant. Food lovely. Service was a little slow in bar area but friendly."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hotel Pedro I de Aragón
Hotel Sancho Abarca Petit SPA

Hotel Sancho Abarca Petit SPA

4 out of 5
Calle Coso Alto 52, Huesca, Huesca
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.106.961 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.106.961
Rp1.217.657 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
Muy linda zona donde quedarse
"Muy buen servicio, la cama extraordinaria, el sofá cama terriblemente incomodo, baño excelente, el parking lleno asi que nos tuvimos que estacionar lejos y en la calle."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hotel Sancho Abarca Petit SPA
Abba Huesca

Abba Huesca

4 out of 5
Calle Tarbes, 14, Huesca, Huesca
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.552.477 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.552.477
Rp1.707.687 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Huesca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Abbey of San Pedro el Viejo ...
9/10 Wonderful! (274 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in Huesca. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Abba Huesca
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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 Wi-Fi, a fireplace in reception and laundry facilities.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"This place is a gem. Tiny town in the middle of farm country. 200+ year old house beautifully maintained. Great dinner, good breakfast. When we mentioned we had medication that required refrigeration, they had a small refrigerator installed in our room within minutes. Vania, the owner is amazing. ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

AparHotel Casa Arnal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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