Burgos, in the province of Castilla-Leon is situated on the Pilgrim's Road to Santiago de Compostela, an artistic and cultural route lined with churches, hermitages, and pilgrim hospitals.
Attractions
The foothill of the fortified Castle Hill offers fantastic views of the city and the medieval quarter. Attractions include the World Heritage listed gothic Cathedral dating back to 1221; the Mudejar Arch of San Esteban; the Burgos Museum, with an important collection of archaeologic artefacts; the Casa de Angulo, which houses the Museum of Fine Arts and the Casa del Cordón, where the Catholic Monarchs received Christopher Columbus after he returned from his second trip to the New World.
Eating Out
Aside from the historical attractions there is an interesting walk along the banks of the Duero and Arlanza Rivers. Here you can sample some of the charismatic local cuisine. Traditional dishes include: Suckling lamb or pig meat baked in a wood-fired oven; excellent blood-sausages; seasonal crayfish, delicious fresh cheese (unripened) and excellent local wines.
Nightife
Late night bar entertainment happens mostly in the area around the Cathedral. The party begins after 10pm in the bars.
Shopping
Burgos has a good selection of ceramics, metalwork and original artefacts in its shops to browse.
Tourist Information
Plaza Alonso Martínez, 7 9003 Burgos (Burgos) Tel. +34 (0)947 201 846
Airport
The closest Airport is Valladolid Airport.
Car Hire Locations
Auto Europe offices in Burgos:
Burgos Downtown Office, 2-4 Maestro Justo Del Rio
Burgos Downtown Office, Santa Clara, 32
Burgos Downtown, 2 Calle Madrid
Argus offices in Burgos:
Burgos Railway Station, Burgos Railway Station,plaza De La Estacion S/n, Burgos, 9001, Es
Burgos, Severo Ochoa, 23, Burgos, 09006, Es
Holiday Autos offices in Burgos:
Santa Clara 32, Burgos
Burgos Calle Madrid Downtown,
Burgos Station,
Carhire 3000 offices in Burgos:
Burgos Downtown, Maestro Justo Del Rio, 2-409006 Burgos
Burgos Rail Station, Burgos Railway Station, Plaza De La Estacion S/n, Burgos,es - 9001
Car Hire Prices
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