About Zaragoza, Spain

Also known as Saragossa, Zaragoza is the capital city of the Zaragoza Province in Spain. The estimated population of Zaragoza as of 2014 was more than 700,000 residents. This city is famous for its local gastronomy culture, folklore, and landmarks which include La Seo Cathedral and Basilica Del Pilar. It is a treasure cove with many cultural and historical gems begging to be discovered; from fabulous art museums and Roman ruins to theaters and thermal baths, Zaragoza has got it all. Those who love art will appreciate museums that showcase the work of Pablo Serrano, Francisco de Goya, and Pablo Gargallo. The faithful can explore historic churches in the city like Basilica of Our Lady of Pilar, a pilgrimage church which is considered very important in Spain.

Popular Destinations in Zaragoza

Looking for activities once your private jet arrives in Zaragoza? Here are some of the top destinations to tour in this city:

Museo del Foro de Caesaraugusta: The museum of Roman Forum offers visitors a glimpse of the history of Caesaraugusta, an ancient Roman town which existed between the first and second centuries. The city was named after Emperor Augustus and featured public baths, theaters and a splendid forum at the center. The exhibition is at the site of the Caesaraugusta forum, and displays feature items dating back to the era where Emperor Tiberius ruled.

Palacio de la Aljaferia: This is a 11th Century Moorish castle that is surrounded by formidable defenses that are still seen today. All the towers in the compound are round except for the Troubadour’s Tower. The charm of the castle is attributed to plasterwork ornamentation and Islamic-style coffered ceilings. Modern day Palacio de la Aljaferia is home to the headquarters of Aragonese Parliament.

Longa de Zaragoza: This spectacular 16^th century building is located at Plaza del Pilar, and was once a marketplace where merchants traded and carried out business transactions. The building was designed by Juan de Sarinena and is the finest example of Aragonese Renaissance architecture. It features a decorative facade with rows of uniform windows.

Pablo Serrano Museum: The museum is dedicated to the work of Pablo Serrano, an accomplished Aragonese artist, from his Figurative to Expressionist periods. There are more than 100 sculptures and paintings which reflect the evolution of the work of Pablo Serrano. The museum also showcases the work of Juan Frances, and Santiago Lagunas.

Museo de Zaragoza: The museum is housed inside the Pavilion of 1908 Universal Expo and features collections on fine art and archeology. The collections date back to the Moorish period, and other items are from from the Gothic and Renaissance periods. Highlights of the Museum of Zaragoza include antiques from Aljaferia Palace, the work of Francisco de Goya and ancient plaques with Latin, and Iberian inscriptions.

Luxury Lodging in Zaragoza

Seeking luxury accommodations once your private jet has arrived in Zaragoza? Zaragoza offers many options in luxury accommodations. Following are some of them:

• Central Zaragoza
• Exe Alfonso
• Hospederia Castillo Papa Luna Hotel Zaragoza
• Hotel Alfonso Zaragoza
• Hotel Boston Zaragoza
• Hotel Catalonia El Pilar
• Hotel Hiberus
• Hotel Palafox Zaragoza
• Hotel Reina Petronila
• Hotel Sercotel Boston
• Hotel Silken Zentro
• Meliá Zaragoza
• Nh Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza
• Silken Zentro Zaragoza
• Tryp Zaragoza Hotel

Restaurants in Zaragoza

1 Michelin star:

• La Prensa:
  José Nebra 3, 50007 Zaragoza

Airports In or Nearby Zaragoza For Private Jets

Interested in chartering a private jet to Zaragoza, Spain? Here are some of the airports to consider if you are traveling to Zaragoza via private air travel:

• Zaragoza Airport (ZAZ): Located less than ten miles west of Zaragoza, the commercial airport is owned and operated by Aeropuertos Españoles y Navegación Aérea. It sits at an elevation of more than 860 feet above mean sea level as well as a concrete runway (12R/30L) and an asphalt runway (12L/30R). The airport is situated in an area that enjoys pleasant weather and is also a base that houses a military-grade navigation system called TACAN (Tactical Air Navigation).
• Huesca–Pirineos Airport (HSK): Located approximately 55 miles from Zaragoza, the airport is operated by Aena and is open for public use. It sits at an elevation of more than 1,700 feet above mean sea level and two asphalt runways in the 12R/30L and 12L/30R directions. Currently, there are no scheduled services to and from the airport.
• Logroño-Agoncillo Airport (RJL): Located less than 102 miles from Zaragoza, the airport is operated by Aena and is open for civilian use. With an elevation of 1,156 feet above mean sea level, the airport features a single asphalt runway that is designated in the 11/29 direction.
• Lleida-Alguaire Airport (ILD): Located approximately 103 miles from Zaragoza and less than 9.4 miles from Lleida’s city centre, the airport is owned by the Generalitat of Catalonia. With one asphalt runway designated in the 13/31 direction, the airport sits at an elevation of about 1,148 above mean sea level. Recent statistics have shown that the airport is able to handle more than 61,000 passengers per year.
• Pamplona Airport (PNA): Located approximately 111 miles from Zaragoza and less than 4 miles from the city of Pamplona, the public airport is managed by Aena. It sits at an elevation of more than 1,500 feet above mean sea level as well as a single asphalt runway in the 16/34 direction.
• Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport (LDE): Located approximately 162 miles from Zaragoza and less than 6 miles south-southwest of Tarbes, the airport is operated by SNC-Lavalin Aéroport, and can handle both charter and scheduled flights. It features a single asphalt runway that is in the 02/20 direction and sits at an elevation of about 1,259 feet above mean sea level.
• Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport (BIQ): Located approximately 192 miles from Zaragoza and 3.1 miles southeast of Biarritz, the public airport features a single asphalt runway that is designated in the 09/27 direction. It sits at an elevation of more than 240 feet above mean sea level.