Hotels near Ice Rink and Tubing Slope

The Plaza del Pilar becomes a winter playground during the Christmas season, with an ice rink and an inflatable tubing slope set up near the Goya fountain, offering spectacular views of the basilica. These attractions are especially popular with families.

A Christmas train, merry-go-rounds and children's activities add to the festive atmosphere, according to the city's programme. Most attractions charge a small fee, and they sit right beside the stalls of the Zaragoza Christmas market.

The square is also the setting for Zaragoza's New Year's Eve party, which begins at 11pm, and the Three Kings parade on 5 January, one of the highlights of the season.

Pro Tip: Book a skating session in the late afternoon, then ride the tubing slope for views over the square as the Christmas lights come on.