Sprawling on the west bank of the Douro River, Soria is a centuries-old city in the autonomous community of Castile and Leon. Its medieval streets are lined with Romanesque churches and Renaissance palaces and it’s home to one of the oldest public gardens in Spain.
Things to do in Soria
In the heart of Soria is the Iglesia de Santo Domingo, a Romanesque-style church that dates back to the late 12th century. Two orders of arcades dominate its stunning facade, together with a large rose window. A highlight is the archivolt, which is beautifully carved with biblical scenes that include the Passion of Christ. Also not to miss is the medieval Co-cathedral of San Pedro, which features a heritage-listed cloister.
You can delve into the local history at the Museo Numantino, which showcases artefacts from the ancient Celtiberian settlement of Numantia. In addition to Bronze Age weaponry and Iron Age pottery, the museum also displays archaeological findings dating from the Roman occupation. Keep an eye out for the elephant bones from a now-extinct species.
In the west of Soria is the Alameda de Cervantes, a centuries-old park that serves as a green lung for the city. Explore the tree-lined walking trails and admire the Fuente de los Tres Caños, an ornate early-20th-century fountain. Also within the park is an old hermitage and a monument dedicated to the authors of the “San Juan Songs”, Francisco García Muñoz and Jesús Hernández de la Iglesia.
Getting around Soria
Soria is around two hours’ drive from Zaragoza and Zaragoza Airport, which has flights to destinations across Europe. Madrid and Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport are 2.5 hours away. Trains connect to the Soria Cañuelo railway station and buses travel throughout the city.