The monumental area, or historic center of Ourense, is located in the oldest part of the city of Ourense. A network of cobblestone and pedestrian streets where you can stroll peacefully, enjoying its atmosphere and monuments. In addition to hosting the main points of interest in the city (such as the Cathedral of San Martiño, the Plaza Mayor, the As Burgas fountains, or the San Francisco cloister), the historic center also houses exhibition halls, traditional shops, and Os Viños, the city’s gastronomic area par excellence. In its narrow streets and charming squares, you can trace the different historical stages of the city, from the Roman era to its most recent history, passing through the medieval and modern periods.