Take a unique tour of Huesca and discover its fascinating history. Explore iconic landmarks, from Roman times to the present day, including majestic cathedrals, legends of kings, and the origins of Aragon. A must-see!
Discover Huesca through a journey spanning more than two thousand years of history. On this Free Tour, we’ll explore the historic district to learn about the city’s evolution from the Roman Osca and the Muslim Wasqa to Christian Huesca—the cradle of the Kingdom of Aragon—and its transformation into a modern, bourgeois city.
We’ll visit some of its most iconic landmarks, such as City Hall, the Huesca Museum (the former Royal Palace), the Porteta de Montearagón, the Basilica of San Lorenzo, the Monastery of San Pedro el Viejo, the Casino, the Villahermosa Palace, the historic Ultramarinos La Confianza, the Olimpia Theater, and the majestic Huesca Cathedral.
Throughout the tour, we’ll discover the famous legend of the Bell of Huesca, learn about figures such as Ramiro II the Monk and Saint Lawrence, and gain insight into how the city has gradually blended cultures, artistic styles, and forms of power to become the Huesca we know today. A journey through the history, art, legends, and identity of one of Aragon’s most fascinating cities.