Start your day in Pamplona’s Old Town, with its narrow streets and historic squares. Visit the Cathedral of Santa María la Real, a Navarrese Gothic masterpiece with a neoclassical façade and a stunning cloister, considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. Inside, you can see the mausoleum of Navarrese kings and the Chapel of the Holy Sepulcher, a special site for pilgrims. The Cathedral Museum offers deeper insight into Pamplona’s religious history.
After your visit, head to the Plaza del Castillo, the social hub of the city. Enjoy a well-deserved break at a café, trying a traditional Spanish omelet or a pintxo. Continue to Calle Estafeta, famous for the Running of the Bulls during San Fermín. Even outside the festival, this street is filled with history and excitement.
Just steps from Calle Estafeta, visit San Saturnino Church, with its Gothic tower, one of the first landmarks pilgrims see when entering Pamplona. Take a moment to admire its beautiful altar and receive a pilgrim’s blessing.
Walk along Pamplona’s ancient walls, enjoying panoramic views as you reflect on your journey along the Camino de Santiago. Relax at Taconera Park, a peaceful green space with a small open-air zoo, home to deer and peacocks.
Explore the Citadel of Pamplona, a Renaissance fortress now converted into a park and cultural center, often hosting art exhibitions. Visit San Nicolás Church, a Romanesque defensive structure, before continuing your stroll through Pamplona’s cobbled streets. End your tour at Pamplona’s City Hall Square, famous for the Chupinazo, the opening event of the San Fermín festival. Its Baroque façade is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, perfect for a final photo stop.
Conclude your day with a delicious dinner in the Old Town, savoring Navarrese cuisine with dishes like hake fillet, piquillo peppers, or chilindrón lamb, recharging your energy for the next stage of the Camino de Santiago.
