Mendebaldea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mendebaldea
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Iglesia de San Nicolas
Contemplate medieval religious architecture and see numerous works of art from previous centuries in this ancient church in Pamplona’s old town.
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.
Activities
Pamplona City Tour from San Sebastian
Pamplona de Bocado en Bocado: Join Our Pintxo Tour!
Our pick of the best Mendebaldea Hotel Deals
Sercotel Suites Mendebaldea
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2019
Hotel Maisonnave
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Hotel Avenida
Reviewed on 30 June 2025
Pamplona Catedral Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Holiday Inn Express Pamplona by IHG
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025
Hotel San Fermín Pamplona
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mendebaldea
Irunlarrea
Though Irunlarrea may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yamaguchi Park and Café Iruña.
Ermitagaña
You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Ermitagaña. You might want to make time for a stop at Yamaguchi Park or Pamplona Planetarium.
Echavacóiz
The bars and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Echavacóiz. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Yamaguchi Park and Café Iruña, a few notable attractions nearby.
San Jorge
While there might not be top attractions in San Jorge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yamaguchi Park and Parque de la Taconera.
San Juan
Travellers like the restaurants in San Juan, and Parque de la Taconera is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Iturrama
Visitors to Iturrama enjoy its historical sites, and if you want to do some exploring, University of Navarra Musuem is worth a stop.
