Old Town Pamplona

Pamplona
Old Town featuring street scenes and a city as well as a small group of people
Grandiose squares, ancient landmarks and atmospheric taverns line the streets of Pamplona’s historic center, where the world-famous Running of the Bulls takes place.

Discover small plazas decorated with architectural masterpieces as you wander the maze-like lanes of Pamplona’s Old Town (Casco Antiguo). Put the map away and enjoy getting lost amid the centuries-old charm before stumbling upon one-of-a-kind restaurants and quaint boutiques. The Old Town dates back to the medieval era and sits on the highest point of the plateau on which the city is built.

A great place to start your tour is at Plaza del Castillo, which once held bullfights and is today a popular social gathering point and location for demonstrations, markets and parades. Sit at a café terrace, order some tapas and admire the arcades and balconies of the 18th-century buildings. Streets lead in all directions from the square and will bring you to other notable sights. Among these is the Pamplona City Hall and the Palace of Navarre.

Set aside time to visit the area’s fascinating array of churches. Pamplona Cathedral boasts a neoclassic façade and a Gothic interior. Also greatly influenced by the Gothic style is the Church of San Nicolás, first built in the 1300s. Others include the Church of San Saturnino and the Church of San Lorenzo. Delve into the history of the city’s fortifications at the Pamplona City Walls Interpretation Centre.

Take time out at bars and restaurants, where you can sample regional dishes such as roast gorrín (suckling pig) and birika (pork sausage made from the heart and lung of a pig). Bar Txoko and Café Iruña, both on Plaza del Castillo, are old haunts of Ernest Hemingway. Catch a performance at the Gayarre Theatre.

For the ultimate Old Town experience, come in July for the Fiesta of San Fermín. Watch as competitors charge along Estafeta Street during the daily Running of the Bulls event. Then attend a bullfight at the Plaza de Toros de Pamplona. Costumed parades, Basque sport demonstrations and firework displays take place during the festival, too.

With many streets open to pedestrians only, getting around the Old Town is enjoyable on foot. Several public bus lines connect with the city’s outer-lying neighborhoods. Stay at one of the district’s hotels to be steps from the action.


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Old Town Pamplona Hotel Deals

Pamplona Catedral Hotel
Pamplona Catedral Hotel
4 out of 5
Calle Dos de Mayo, nº 4, Iruña, Pamplona, Navarra
The price is CA $92 per night from Dec. 2 to Dec. 3
CA $92
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Pamplona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (546 reviews)
"Excellent location although the instructions to get there were not clear, specially for parking"

Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2024

Pamplona Catedral Hotel
Hotel Maisonnave
Hotel Maisonnave
4 out of 5
Calle Nueva 20, Pamplona, Navarra
The price is CA $115 per night from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18
CA $115
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Pamplona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2024

Hotel Maisonnave
Gran Hotel La Perla
Gran Hotel La Perla
5 out of 5
Plaza del Castillo, 1, Pamplona, Navarra
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $309 per night from Nov. 13 to Nov. 14
CA $309
CA $340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Pamplona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (273 reviews)
"Great location, staff is awesome, parking quite complicated, so best to call hotel for help before arriving if by car. Would stay here again!"

Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2024

Gran Hotel La Perla
Hotel Europa
Hotel Europa
3 out of 5
Calle Espoz y Mina 11, Pamplona, Navarra
The price is CA $106 per night from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11
CA $106
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pamplona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Palacio de Navarra ...
9/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and spoke English which is very helpful. The parking instructions were difficult but that's just the way it is."

Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2024

Hotel Europa
Alda Centro Pamplona
Alda Centro Pamplona
2 out of 5
PLAZA VIRGEN DE LA O n.7, Pamplona, NAVARRA
The price is CA $78 per night from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2
CA $78
CA $86 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this hotel in Pamplona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Parroquia San Lorenzo and Parque de la Taconera ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Economically priced."

Reviewed on Oct. 3, 2024

Alda Centro Pamplona
Hostal Arriazu
Hostal Arriazu
3 out of 5
Calle de las Comedias, 14, Pamplona, Navarra
The price is CA $77 per night from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11
CA $77
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this 3-star hostal in Pamplona. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and in-room soaking tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (218 reviews)
"Was really amazing , clean , confortables bed..me encantó"

Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Pamplona

Pamplona\'s City Walls and Interpretation Centre featuring heritage architecture, night scenes and a bridge

Pamplona City Centre

Unique features of Pamplona City Centre include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Plaza del Castillo or Café Iruña while you're exploring the area.

Pamplona City Centre
Palacio de Congresos and Auditorium of Navarra which includes street scenes as well as an individual femail

Primer Ensanche

5/5(1 area review)

You might appreciate the bars and historic sites in Primer Ensanche, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Café Iruña and Plaza del Castillo are just a few notable stops.

Primer Ensanche
Parque de la Taconera showing a river or creek

Taconera

Travelers like the parks in Taconera, and Parque de la Taconera is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Taconera
Ciudadela featuring a garden, landscape views and a bridge

Ciudadela

Ciudadela is well-liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Pamplona area, you might plan a trip to Iglesia de San Nicolas or Plaza del Castillo.

Ciudadela
Monumento al Encierro showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Segundo Ensanche

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Segundo Ensanche include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Plaza Principe de Viana or Monumento al Encierro while you're exploring the area.

Segundo Ensanche
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Rochapea

Cafes and historic sites are notable features of Rochapea. You might consider a stop by Monasterio viejo de San Pedro while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Rochapea

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