Sofía & Iván

Burgos

Things to do in Burgos

If you fancy staying a few days, here is what we love most about Burgos: monuments, tapas, sweets and charming corners.

Our Burgos map

Sights, bars, restaurants, accommodation and car parks on a single map.

Heritage and culture

Burgos Cathedral

A must-see, inside and out.

Santa María Arch and Plaza Mayor

Wander the old town and its streets.

El Cid Campeador

Statue of the city’s legendary hero.

Museum of Human Evolution

Easy to visit and highly recommended.

Atapuerca archaeological sites

For a slower visit, and you will need a car. Buy tickets in advance.

Burgos and the Camino de Santiago

Burgos is a major stop on the French Way, so it is common to see pilgrims around the city.

What to eat

Local specialities: roast suckling lamb (lechazo), Burgos blood sausage (morcilla) and fresh Burgos cheese.

Something sweet

Cafetería Bertiz

Varied breakfasts and specialty coffee, with indoor seating.

Marea Bread

Traditional and modern bakery and pastries. No seating, but it sits beside a cathedral viewpoint with benches.

Churrería El Cid / La Merced

Hot chocolate with churros.

Tapas and pintxos

Casa Pancho

The “mejillón tigre” is a must. Also try the “cojonudo” (with chorizo) and the “cojonuda” (with blood sausage).

La Mejillonera

Fried calamari and mussels prepared to your taste.

Mesón Burgos

Classic patatas bravas.

La Cueva del Champiñón

Mushroom pintxo. It is the only one, in case you don’t like mushrooms.

Los Finos Gastrobar

Their little ham sandwich.

Vermutería Victoria

Great views. At 10 pm the Hymn of Burgos is sung and the atmosphere is fantastic.

La Favorita

Featured in the Michelin Guide, with a wide variety of pintxos.

La Boca del Lobo

More elaborate tapas.

Restaurants

Asador Los Trillos

Traditional grill house.

Casa Azofra

Known for Burgos roast lamb, served with salad.

La Fábrica

A menu blending avant-garde and traditional cuisine.

For a drink

El Bosque Encantado · El Ópalo