SIGHTSEEING
Traveling to Spain is not complete without seeing or hearing about the existence of cathedral. As one of the famous attractions in Pamplona city, Pamplona Cathedral is one of the good-looking cathedrals you should pay a visit to. It is a Roman Catholic church that was designed by Ventura Rodriguez in 1783. One of the most admired and interesting things about this cathedral is the fact that it has a 13th-14th-century Gothic cloister that provides access to two other Gothic rooms, which are the Barbazan chapel and the refectory. Come and surround yourself with the classiness and the beauty of this place.
Pamplona Cathedral
DOWNTOWN
Castle Square would be a good place to spend some quality time with your loved ones at the downtown area. Known as the best place for family gathering, this amazing tourist attraction is one of the best spots for relaxing. Night is one of the best times to visit, because it has a lot of pubs and dancing on the nearby streets. The existence of buildings and other entertainment like restaurants will also add excitement to your visit. This plaza is also used as other cultural purposes like local events and fairs.
Castle Square
SHOPPING
To experience the simplicity of the local people in Pamplona city, Market Santo Domingo would be a good place for it. With its location that’s right in the city center, this market adds easy access to your travel. It offers all traditional fresh products, such as fish, meat, cheese, sweets, local fresh food, fruits, and even a full supermarket at reasonable prices. Blend in and surround yourself with the colorful of the city. The things that they offer at the La Morea Shopping Center is literally not be missed. As one of the best shopping malls in the city, this place is a great place to get yourself some modern and exciting stuff. Get ready for close ups, because you’ll travel through all the 100 stores in this mall. Each store has its own specials to offer. Big brands like H&M, Greenwich, Kiko, Jack and Jones, Pandora, Pull&Bear, Sephora, Zara, and many others brands are ready to be explored.
Market Santo Domingo
La Morea Shopping Center
FOOD & DRINK
Known as the traditional dishes, Pintxo and Tapa are literally the most popular dishes in the Pamplona city that caught tourists’ attentions. Pintxo is a small snack that typically eaten in bars and restaurants. It’s a piece of bread served usually with cocktail stick which can be eaten in one or two bites. While Tapa is an appetizer or snack from simple bowl of olives or a wedge of cheese with bread to recipe of shrimp and garlic or a slow-cooked beef dish. Wine is definitely one of the most popular drinks in the city.
CULTURE
Of all the Spanish cities, Pamplona has been known as the city that maintained the Spanish culture the best. It prides some of the most awe-inspiring spectacles that made the Spanish civilization great. Also called Iruna, this historical capital city is also known for its bull racing. A place called Plaza de Toros de Pamplona is the dedication to this bull racing. It is a 1920s bullring used for bullfights and as the final destination of the annual San Fermin bull run. Learning their official language, Spanish, can help make your trip easier.
Plaza de Toros de Pamplona
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best weather in Pamplona city happen in Spring or Fall. These are actually the best time to visit the beautiful city. The crowds are also much less in this period. If you travel in Spring or Fall, you’ll miss out on the July festivals that’s held in the city. Spring happens in March 20 to June 20, while Fall happens in September 22 to December 21.
HOTEL
Set right in the heart of the city, Pamplona Catedral Hotel is the perfect place for your stay at the city. This vibrant and modern hotel is just a 4-minute walk from Pamplona Cathedral and a 2-minute walk from the 16th-century Postal de Francia archway. The breezy and contemporary rooms will be the best company for your stay with all its modern equipment. The classiness of the restaurant that’s rebuilt from an ancient convent will definitely take you to another level. After a hectic day, a trendy bar is ready for to pamper with good drinks. Another good recommendation for you is Hotel NH Pamplona Iruña Park, one of the best hotels in the city. Standing proudly with its bright color, this straightforward hotel comes with all the modern equipment for the need of your stay. The upgraded rooms add sitting areas while suites add separate living rooms. A live music is enjoyable at their simple cafe bar, while its regional restaurant is the best place for a laid-back moment. To add excitement in your living here, the hotel is also easily accessed for sightseeing and other entertainments nearby.
Pamplona Catedral Hotel
Hotel NH Pamplona Iruña Park
RESTAURANT
A fine dining restaurant like Restaurant Baserriberri is need to be visited. With its location in the heart of the city, this restaurant comes to you with unusual concept. Not only the taste is great, the presentation also comes out with its uniqueness. You can’t help but have a memorable experience here. As one of the best restaurants in the city, it has been starred by the Michelin star. This will totally add reason to come to this special restaurant. Apart from the popular menu, tapas, you better look out for its appetizer, Pintxos. Downtown Pamplona city is literally filled with many entertainment spots. This Iruñazarra restaurant is also located in the heart of the city. To add perfection to your visit, this restaurant comes with a great interior setting. The lighting won’t hurt your eyes, it’ll comfort and pamper you and your partner with the surrounding of a comfortable table-setting. As the traditional cuisine in Spain, Tapas are literally everywhere. In this restaurant, Tapas are also popularly ordered and one of the best menus. Try it and pair it with their delicious wine.
Restaurant Baserriberri
Iruñazarra
CAFE
The gorgeous interior, lighting, atmosphere, and the enchanted history of Iruña Coffee cafe/restaurant is enough to be the reason for you to pay a visit to this cafe. Founded in 1888, this stunning cafe is located in the Plaza del Castillo in the heart of Pamplona city. This mythical cafe is a mandatory stop for those who visit the city and want to learn about the experiences of the writer Ernest Hemingway. The traditional cuisine and drink coexist in a wide gastronomic offer with products from the land makes this historical and popular cafe unmissable. And to enjoy a high-quality coffee with great service and affordable prices, Fika Pamplona Coffee is the right place for it. For the satisfaction of its customers, they use high quality beans for their coffee. If you don’t know what to have, the talented baristas are ready to impress you with cool suggestions. And to add variety to your choice, they also provide lots of different cakes, breads, and other sweets to choose from.
Iruña Coffee
Fika Pamplona Coffee
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
One of the busiest bars in the city center is Bar Gaucho. Best experience is certainly guaranteed here. It comes with great selection of food and drink. Don’t wonder if the bar is crowded when you visit, it really is a favorite spot for both food and drink. While the tastes are exceptional, the service is something else. This place is literally the best for you who’s in search of greatness. And don’t forget to taste their Anchovies and Pintxos. Your night should also be spent at one of the best disco bars in the city, Canalla. This cool bar comes with all things you need. Great atmosphere, crazy events, inviting music, fun lighting, good selection of drinks, and friendly staff. Get ready to have a crazy night with the surrounding of good people.
Bar Gaucho
Canalla
INTERESTING PLACE
The greatness of Citadel of Pamplona is should not be missed when you’re in the city. Also known as The New Castle, this pentagonal fortress is an old military renaissance fort and was built in the 16th century. This fort is still standing proud and famously known in the public eye. It also used for cultural activities. The stunning green space surrounds this fort will definitely add enjoyment to your visit. Clearly you don’t want to miss this iconic spot. As the city that’s famous for its bull racing tradition, Encierro/Entzierroa Monument is a great place to admire the monument of the bulls and its players in the outside of the old city, in a modern and commercial area. This place has been known as the spot to respect the tradition of the city. This would be a good place to know more about the city’s culture.
Citadel of Pamplona
Encierro/Entzierroa Monument
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Your camera will sing a happy tune by seeing the beauty of Jardines de la Taconera. It offers beautiful park, stunning garden with lots of colorful plantations, and a history area. All in one place. From the greenery, beautiful trees, the warm weather, deer roaming around, birds singing, swans playing around, peacocks showing its beauties, and so many charming things. This massive fort will totally make a memorable and dreamy afternoon for you. Don’t miss the views from the top of the wall and witness all its beauties. For another beautiful spot, Parque Yamaguchi is here for you. This popular park was designed by Japanese landscape architects to mark the twinning of Pamplona and Yamaguchi. With lots of beauties this place has to offer, you can definitely practice and experience so many good angles for your Instagram pictures. Be ready to surround yourself with the beauty of nature.
Jardines de la Taconera
Parque Yamaguchi
