Zaragoza

Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, Zaragoza

About Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar

You can admire the Baroque style of architecture that will take you back in time to when it was constructed. Marvel at the exquisite dome paintings around the holy chapel by González Velázquez. You can also meditate in the peaceful environment of the Chapel of Our Lady of Pilar. Offer prayers to the main altar, which is made of polychrome alabaster with a wooden dust cover. Be a part of the mass, a catholic ritual where people all together pray together for guidance and wisdom. Spot the two bombs that were dropped on the church during the Spanish Civil War of 1936-1939. In addition, you can explore the rich history of organ and music by observing instruments of the Spanish Golden Age.

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Open 7 days a week

Free entry

Monday06:45 – 20:30

Tuesday06:45 – 20:30

Wednesday06:45 – 20:30

Thursday06:45 – 20:30

Friday06:45 – 20:30

Saturday06:45 – 20:30

Sunday06:45 – 20:30

Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar Highlights

• Witness the first Marian temple in Christianity, Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, built in honour of the Virgin Mary.
• Marvel at the Baroque style of architecture that will take you back to the time of its construction.
• Take a glance at the bombs that were dropped on the church during the Spanish Civil War of 1936-1939.
• Discover the instruments of the Spanish Golden Age in the Organ and Music section, portraying the musical activity of that era.
• Offer prayers in the main altar of the Gothic Church, made of polychrome alabaster with a wooden dust cover.

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Point of Interest for Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar

Explore the Pilarista Museum

Explore the antique items inside the Pilarista Museum, which features a permanent exhibition. The main highlight is the jewellery box of the Virgin that displays the crowns, diadems, radiances, more than 350 Virgin mantles and a collection of priceless stones. Also, you can behold the vast collection of liturgical metalwork objects and other notable items. Get a chance to learn more about the rich ancient history of the Basilica while exploring the museum.

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