It is a wonderful and ancient city with nice smells and tastes, but also one that is best known for the San Fermin festival that takes place every year from July 6th to 14th. At the center are the bullfights, the famous El Encierro which has been a custom since the late 16th century. Discover the traditions of the area, walk through the monumental buildings and see how tradition meets modernity. Sport is in the DNA of its inhabitants and they especially love football. You will find it in every neighborhood you walk.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +34
Nearest airports from city center: Pamplona Airport (6km), San Sebastian Airport (97km), Biarritz Airport (101km), Bilbao Airport (159km), Santander Airport (249km), Bordeaux Airport (289km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** PAMPLONA CATHEDRAL (C. Dormitalería, 1, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra)
It began to be built at the end of the 14th century and was completed at the beginning of the 16th century. The current Gothic building was built on the ruins of a Romanesque church that had been destroyed. See the mausoleum of Charles III the Noble and his wife Doña Leonor.
*** PAMPLONA BULLRING (P.º Hemingway, s/n, 31002 Pamplona, Navarra)
It is one of the landmarks of the city. It is an impressive arena and we would recommend visiting the stables, chapel and stables.
*** MUSEUM OF NAVARRE (C. de Santo Domingo, 47, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra)
Housed in the old 16th century hospital, it was converted into an art museum in 1956. Enjoy the wonderful collection and exhibits from prehistoric times to the 20th century. Also see the wonderful murals and priceless works of art.
*** JARDINES DE LA TACONERA (C. Taconera, 6, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra)
This is the oldest and most beautiful park in the city and is located around the walls. It is an oasis of green.
*** UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF NAVARRA (Campus Universitario, s/n, 31009 Pamplona, Navarra)
It is the modern art museum of the University of Navarre and the collection of Maria Josefa who is the daughter of businessman and politician Félix Huarte Goñi, includes 49 paintings and sculptures by artists. You’ll find works by Pablo Picasso, Mark Rothko and others.
*** IGLESIA DE SAN LORENZO (C. Mayor, 74, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra)
It is one of the most historic churches in the city with baroque architecture. It dates from the beginning of the 20th century and the Saint’s Chapel was built between 1696 and 1717.
*** MURALLAS DE PAMPLONA and PORTAL OF FRANCE (31001 Pamplona, Navarre)
It is a National Monument and has a length of 5 km. and is one of the most important tourist spots of the city. Also see the Portal of France as you walk around the walls.
*** PALACIO DE NAVARRA (Av. de Carlos III el Noble Etorbidea, 2, 31002 Pamplona, Navarra)
The neoclassical style building is one of the most photographed parts of Pamplona. It is the seat of the Presidency of the Regional Government and the interiors have an exuberant decoration.
*** CIUDADELA DE PAMPLONA (Av. del Ejército, s/n, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra)
It was built between 1571 and 1645 and is a copy of the Antwerp fortress. The complex is a pentagon with five bastions and displays the military architecture of the Spanish Renaissance.
*** CHURCH OF SAN SATURNINO (C. San Saturnino, S/N, 31001 Pamplona, Navarra)
It looks like a fortress and when it was built it originally had a defensive mission. The church is dedicated to the patron Saint of the city.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Plaza del Castillo is where your walks should start.
*** Encierro/Entzierroa Monument is a monument that deserves your attention.
*** Iglesia San Nicolás is one of the most important churches in the city.
*** Ayuntamiento de Pamplona, the Town Hall of the city, is one of the most photographed buildings.
*** Pamplona Planetarium and Museo Casa Anzoategu are a must visit.
FOOD AND DRINK
Pamplona is a culinary paradise. You must eat tapas, the traditional Txistorra (thich sausage), ajoarriero, foie gras, salt cod, txuleta (grass-fed beef), pochas estofadas, cordero al chilindrón, trucha a la Navarra, torrijas, relleno, marmitako, ajorriero, migas de pastor, bean dishes and stew (meat or fish). Also try dessert-like leche frita, ensaimadas, goxua and churros. You can find cuisines that are influenced by many continents. Calimocho is the traditional drink of Pamplona. Accompany your food with beer or wine.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find many hotels and apartments in the city center and a few kilometers away from the center. There are accommodations at very good prices and for all budgets.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Centro Comercial Avenida is an ideal place for your shopping.
*** El Corte Inglés is also a place you should visit to do your shopping.
*** La Morea is worth a visit for your shopping.
*** Mercado del Ensanche is a food market that we would recommend you to visit.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bus.
CITIES NEAR PAMPLONA
Major cities close to Pamplona are San Sebastian (83km), Vitoria Gasteiz (95km), Bilbao (155km), Zaragoza (177km), Santander (256km), Bordeaux (289km), Valladollid (332km), Madrid (395km), Toulouse (403km).
