Zaragoza is the capital city of the province of Zaragoza. The weather in April in Zaragoza is mild cool European weather ranging between 7°C to 20°C (44-68°F).
Zaragoza-Delicias Estacion is a large station – one section for interstate trains and another for buses serving interstates. Large does not necessarily mean excellent. Asking our way around the Estacion is a nightmare as ticketing booths operators do not seem to understand or speak English. When all else fails and feeling extremely overwhelmed from the train rides, the easiest way to get to our accommodation by taxi.
Getting there
By Train or Bus
Zaragoza-Delicias Autobus Estacion (also known as Intermodal Zaragoza Delicias) is for buses traveling beyond Zaragoza to other parts of the country. Note that this is not a terminal for intercity buses. However, there are
Intercity
Various modes of transportation within Intercity of Zaragoza – Bus, Bizi (bicycles for rental) or Trams. For information on local buses and tram schedule and lines within Zaragoza, visit Tranvia Zaragoza.
By Air
Aeropuerto de Zaragoza operate in partnership with a limited number of European airlines. Most flights are within Europe. Bus line 501 provides a direct link from the airport to Zaragoza-Delicias Autobus Estacion at EUR4.50 each journey. (For updated information, visit https://aeropuerto.lazo.app/.
This is my first time to Zaragoza. This part of Spain presented a very different and exciting perspective of the country. In the past, I have only traveled through bustling cities such as Barcelona and Madrid.
The weather in Zaragoza during our stay was just right for me to walk long distances in the cold without feeling easily exhausted.
Surroundings
Plaza de Toros de Zaragoza is a large bullring. Situated along Calle Vicente Gomez Salvo in C. de Ramón Pignatelli, the Plaza was built in 1764 and has been renovated many times. Standing in front of this magnificent structure, the Plaza has three floors and can seat up to 10,000 people.
Bullfighting is a controversial practice, with concerns about animal welfare and brutality. However, it is still an important part of Spain’s culture, and the Plaza in Zaragoza continues to host bullfighting events.
Food shopping
Mercado Central de Zaragoza is totally the place to check out when you’re in Zaragoza! This indoor market, known as Mercado Central, is packed with all kinds of shops, from fresh-baked goodies and fruits to veggies, butchers, fishmongers, and even some awesome tapas spots.
Though the prices were as competitive as the neighbouring supermarkets, the some stalls at Mercado Central sell fruits by the crates.
Information for Zaragoza Central Market
- Business hours for Monday to Friday are 0900hrs to 1400hrs and 1730hrs to 2000hrs; Saturday 0900hrs to 1430hrs.
- A number of stall operators accept credit card payment.
- For the latest information, visit the official Zaragoza Central Market site.
Famous Galician pie – Empanada
Empanada is a popular dish in the Galician cuisine and mainly served in towns of Galicia during festivals and pilgrimages. There is a wide variety of fillings for this savory pie, initially featuring mushroom or chicken fillings, and now also available with tuna or beef.
I bought my empanada from Supermercados Dia at a discount even when it was freshly baked.