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134 kmThings to do
2 days in Pamplona
Day 1
- MorningWalk the route of the bull run, from the corral to the bullring.
- AfternoonWalk the city walls and the Ciudadela park.
- EveningHave pintxos on the Calle Estafeta and San Nicolás.
Day 2
Visit the Olite castle palace or the Bardenas Reales desert.
What to eat
Pintxos and Navarra rosé wine.
Local tips
Make the most of Pamplona
Beat the crowds
Pamplona is calm all year, except during the San Fermín festival from 6 to 14 July.
Best photo spot
The old town streets of the bull run, and the city walls with views over the river.
Getting there
Buses and trains connect with Madrid, Bilbao and San Sebastián. The old town is walkable.
Don't miss nearby
The Bardenas Reales, a desert-like landscape about an hour south.
Good to know
During San Fermín, prices rise and the city is packed: book far ahead. Outside the festival, the pintxos bars of the old town are a great reason to visit.
Secret spots
3 secret spots near Pamplona
Our most hidden places around Pamplona: fewer people, same wow. Unlock them with a route in Google Maps and a PDF guide of Pamplona to take with you.
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Getting to Pamplona
Getting there
- Pamplona Airport (PNA)5 km away
- Bilbao Airport (BIO)115 km away
- San Sebastián60 km away
- Bilbao115 km away
The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.
Weather this week
Best time to visit: All year
At a glance
Questions
Pamplona: good to know
Is Pamplona worth visiting?
Yes, especially if you like food and historic old towns. A walled city known for its pintxos and the running of the bulls.
How many days do you need in Pamplona?
Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.
When is the best time to visit Pamplona?
You can visit all year. Pamplona is calm all year, except during the San Fermín festival from 6 to 14 July.
How do you get to Pamplona?
The nearest airport is Pamplona Airport (PNA), about 5 km away. Buses and trains connect with Madrid, Bilbao and San Sebastián. The old town is walkable.
What is there to see near Pamplona?
Nearby hidden places include San Sebastián (62 km), Hondarribia (63 km) and Saint-Jean-de-Luz (64 km).