San Juan Travel Guide
Pamplona
Popular places to visit
Parque de la Taconera
Architectural landmarks, sculptures, a mini zoo and children’s playground make Pamplona’s oldest public park an enjoyable attraction for all ages.
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.
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 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.
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 San Juan
NH Pamplona Iruña Park
Nice staff, flexible on check out, great breakfast and good value hotel bar...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel MET Pamplona
Great stay for the Camino
Reviewed on 26 Sept 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
KORA KILIKI
Excellent service!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Juan
Taconera
Travellers like the parks in Taconera, and Parque de la Taconera is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Primer Ensanche
You might appreciate the bars and historical sites in Primer Ensanche, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Plaza Principe de Viana and Café Iruña are just a few notable stops.
Ermitagaña
You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Ermitagaña. You might want to make time for a stop at Pamplona Planetarium or Yamaguchi Park.
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.
Rochapea
Cafes and historical sites are notable features of Rochapea. You might consider stopping by Monasterio viejo de San Pedro while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Buztintxuri
While Buztintxuri isn't home to many top sights, Parque de la Taconera and Pamplona City Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
