Primer Ensanche Travel Guide
Pamplona





Visit Primer Ensanche
Popular places to visit

Palacio de Congresos and Auditorium of Navarra
Spend a lively evening in Pamplona with a musical or theatrical performance at a prominent cultural venue that also hosts exhibitions.

Plaza del Castillo
The beating heart of the Old Town district is home to historic cafés and elegant buildings. It’s also where you can attend free concerts.

Pamplona City Hall
This civic building in Pamplona’s Old Town square has an elaborate façade and is famous for a firework rocket, which signals the start of the Fiesta of San Fermín.

Pamplona Cathedral
An arresting façade, richly decorated chapels and the tomb of a former king make this centuries-old church one of Pamplona’s most symbolic landmarks.

Plaza Principe de Viana
From this busy square elegant avenues fan out in all directions, leading to major city landmarks and popular areas of the Old Town.

Café Iruña
Unwind with good local food and drink amid the convivial ambiance of a Pamplona café that dates back to the late 19th century.
Things to do

Hemingway's Pamplona Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Pamplona Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour

Pamplona Private Historic Walking Tour

Pamplona on foot : History and Emotion of the Bulls of San Fermin

Private tour of Pamplona with lunch in Tolosa

Pamplona de Bocado en Bocado: Join Our Pintxo Tour!
Top hotels in Primer Ensanche

Hotel Tres Reyes Pamplona
Rooms were great and we also loved the pool This hotel location is super convenient, walking distance to the center Please note you have to reserve a parking spot in advance (not free) or park in the parking garage close by. It was difficult ordering beverages at breakfast. You had to walk up to ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Hotel Maisonnave
Great property close to everything
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Hotel San Fermín Pamplona
Clean room good location
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Pamplona Catedral Hotel
Staff is extremely friendly and the variety at breakfast was very nice. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

NH Pamplona Iruña Park
Nice staff, flexible on check out, great breakfast and good value hotel bar...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

KORA KILIKI
Excellent service!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Primer Ensanche

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 Plaza Principe de Viana or Plaza del Castillo.

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

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

Old Town Pamplona
Unique features of Old Town Pamplona include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Pamplona City Hall or Café Iruña while you're exploring the area.

San Juan
Travellers like the restaurants in San Juan, and Parque de la Taconera is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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