Calatayud, Aragon
Provincia de Zaragoza · Aragon · Spain · 20,035 residents
Augusta Bilbilis
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Bullring of Calatayud
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Castillo MayorCalatayud is a town in Provincia de Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain, home to around 20,035 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Augusta Bilbilis and Collegiate Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre. The nearest airport is Zaragoza (ZAZ), about 54 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Augusta Bilbilis, Collegiate Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre and Bullring of Calatayud.
- Easy to reach: Zaragoza (ZAZ) is 38 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Calatayud
Ranked by how well known they are.
1archaeological site- 2basilica
- 3amphitheatre
- 4protected area
- 5castle
- 6museum
Calatayud Museum
In the centre · Photo
7castle
8castle
9palace
11castle
12palace
Castillo de la Peña
castle · In the centre
Tours & tickets in Calatayud
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Calatayud can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Calatayud are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Calatayud and the villages around it is a hire car from Zaragoza (ZAZ), about 54 min away.
Best time to visit Calatayud
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)38 miles, about 54 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Madrid (MAD)117 miles, about 2 h 46 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)142 miles, about 3 h 22 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 54 min without stops.
Calatayud is good for
Around Calatayud
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Calatayud worth visiting?
Yes. Calatayud is known for Augusta Bilbilis, Collegiate Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre and Bullring of Calatayud. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Calatayud from the UK?
Fly to Zaragoza (ZAZ), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 54 min by road. Madrid (MAD) is an alternative, 117 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 54 min.
Is Calatayud good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Calatayud?
Cetina (17 miles), Borja (34 miles), Daroca (20 miles) and Ariza (21 miles) are all within an hour or so.