Top Things to do in Logrono
Top 10 Things to do in Logrono, La Rioja
Discover the best top things to do in Logrono, Spain including Marques de Murrieta, Bodegas Campo Viejo, Bodegas Vina Ijalba S.A., Iglesia de San Bartolome, Bodegas Franco Espanolas, Museo de la Rioja, Calle del Laurel, Parque del Ebro, Calle San Juan, Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda.
Restaurants in Logrono
1. Marques de Murrieta
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 303 reviews
Marques de Murrieta is an older than 165 years-old winery where the deep respect for the history and the tradition finds a perfect balance with the focus on the future. Its origin dates from 1852 when Luciano Murrieta y Garcia -Lemoine produces the first fine wine from Rioja and is the first one to export it. He acquires the Ygay Estate and builds his emblematic Ygay Castle. In 1983 Vicente Cebrian Sagarriga, tenth Count of Creixell, takes over the project and after his death in 1996, his children, who are currently responsible of such an ambitious and endearing family business that they strengthen day after day with its presence in the different continents. The uniqueness and quality of the Marques de Murrieta wines is determined, to a great extent, by the singular caracter of the Ygay Estate, 300 hectares of own vineyards located around the winery, which allow the absolute control of the raw material. L
Reviewed By Spanishkathryn - London, United Kingdom
Extremely enjoyable from beginning to end. Very helpful staff, we booked at short notice and they made the process very easy online by answering any queries and responding quickly. Amazing building to visit, a historical winery. Excellent wines tasted, paired with some very good food (we had aperitivos only, not a meal). Small group, and the guide (Natalia) was so knowledgeable and passionate it was made even more enjoyable. Short distance from Logroño and absolutely worthwhile if you are visiting the area, you will learn about La Rioja wines, history and it is an overall great experience. We did it in Spanish but they offer other languages, I recommend you book in advance if you want to secure a visit in another language.
2. Bodegas Campo Viejo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 169 reviews
If you want to discover the true taste of Rioja, there is no better place than Campo Viejo winery. You will see how wines are made, discover our environmentally friendly practices and enjoy a wine tasting session of our favourite vintages. During the visit, you will learn about the history of Campo Viejo, our innovative winery with one of the most impressive barrel ageing rooms in the world, our commitment to environment and much more.
Reviewed By Sergio2252 - Los Angeles, United States
We worked with the representatives from Pernod, like Raul Cotelo to make arrangements for a tour and tasting. At 12 euros, it was the best buy on day 1 of our 7 day adventure into 25 wineries in La Rioja. We were greeted by a most informed employee who hosted the tour and tasting. He took us through a discussion of the vineyards which really enlightened us. Part of the tour was a walk through the fermentation and storage tanks. It is an immense structure, all working by gravity feed and no pumping anywhere. See photos which represent only a fraction of the stainless steel tank capacity. We were staggered by the fact that they are able to keep individual lots/vineyards separated from dozens of growers during the fermentation and oak barrel ageing processes. That approach takes a huge commitment to storage. They do it to preserve the best product for later bottling and blending. Very impressive. Since La Rioja DOC requires varying lengths of bottle aging of Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva, much of the inventory is tied up in bottles awaiting labeling. Lots of warehouse space is allocated to do this bottle aging. See photos and realize that again, it represents only a portion of the floor space for their production. This was our first tasting of La Rioja wines in a Bodega. What we were expecting was the mini-sipping quantities so commonly poured in CA. What we got were glasses which were 1/2 filled and revisiting offered on all wines. We loved the Spanish/Basque hospitality of La Rioja Enotourism, but noting that we were driving, we had to manage our intake. DUI blood levels are lower in Spain. At the end of the tour, we sampled 4 wines (and local food products for pairing) including a rarely made commemorative wine. It was simply divine. We would not hesitant to offer any of the Campo Viejo wines to friends and family. They were expertly made and it showed in the bottle. Campo Viejo has combined high volume with high quality wine production. We did not know it at the time, but we would only find that unique capability at one other La Rioja winery. We later found many large and small producers who did not measure up to the quality of Campo Viejo. Bravo, to the owners of Campo Viejo. We are now looking for it in the USA.
3. Bodegas Vina Ijalba S.A.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 reviews
Vina Ijalba is innovation, research and development, differentiation and sustainability. The principles of organic wine production are applied throughout the entire process and a focus on sustainability is always present. During the visit we introduce you to La Rioja, The DOCa (appellation), certainly the peculiarities of our winery, vineyards and much more.
4. Iglesia de San Bartolome
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By RockyHeaven
I felt genuinely welcomed to visit and admire this old church (for free). In the evening it was beautifully lit inside and there was some spiritual music on. It enhanced the experience and let me appreciate its unique character. Some other churches don't go to so much effort even though they have a little lot more to present.
5. Bodegas Franco Espanolas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,224 reviews
Visit a hundred year old winery in Logrono, five minute walking from the city centre. Main wine brands: Diamante and Rioja Bordon
Reviewed By kriegler25 - Marlboro, United States
My friends and I arrived to Logrono late in the afternoon and decided to explore the city for a bit. So happy to have stumbled upon this winery. We arrived right when they were opening up and the staff in the tasting room could not have been more welcoming. Gonzaga did our wine tasting with us and did a fantastic job of talking about the wines and also tailoring choices to our groups tastes (half are red drinkers and half are white). He has been working at the winery for years harvesting grapes and had just started in the tasting room. Couldn't tell that he had just started since he was so knowledgeable and gave our group a one of a kind experience! You could see his obvious passion for his job and for the work being done at the winery. Definitely add this to your list of activities to do within the city. Especially great for picking up some wines to enjoy back at our hotel in the evenings during our visit.
6. Museo de la Rioja
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4.5 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By G8504VAsharonm
The square itself is amazing. The restaurants are full from 3-4 pm for coffee and a bite, and a good glass of local wine enjoyed at any time. You ask for a good white or red, and every glass I had, I enjoyed. The museum was basic, but good to know the region and how it developed if you want to understand the terroire.
7. Calle del Laurel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,562 reviews
Reviewed By LizC96 - Mangawhai, New Zealand
Went on a Pintxos tour. Wonderful food and very good wines. The tiny bars are standing only except for a few stools. Very crowded but this adds to the experience. You have a beer or glass of wine, 1 or 2 pintxos (tapas) and then onto the next bar which will serve a very different sort of pintxos. They all speciallize. Great experience and lots of fun.
8. Parque del Ebro
9. Calle San Juan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 314 reviews
Reviewed By Noraatc - Sudbury, United States
Narrow street near Paseo de Espolón is full of cafes where you can sample pintxos and have a glass of good Rioja tinto. Calle San Juan was very bright and festive during the Fiesta de San Matteo - we were lucky to be in Logroño on that day.
10. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 612 reviews
Reviewed By Kaitlin_McManus - Barcelona, Spain
Beautiful cathedral, gorgeous alter and so much detail. The arcs are stunning, as are the painted roof. A must visit!
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