Is Pamplona Expensive?

Is Pamplona expensive to visit?

Pamplona is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $175. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Bruges and Leiden.



Pamplona, Spain

How expensive is Pamplona?

On average, visitors spend about $175 per day when visiting Pamplona (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $350 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Pamplona here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Pamplona?

A weekend trip to Pamplona costs about $524 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,049.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Pamplona?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Pamplona costs around $1,223 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,447.

Is it expensive to backpack in Pamplona?

Pamplona is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 3 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $42 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $23 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $72. (See hostel prices in Pamplona here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Pamplona.

  • $31 for a dorm bed at Aloha Hostel Pamplona
  • $23 for a dorm bed at Iraipe Albergue Municipal de Villava

Are hotels expensive in Pamplona?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Pamplona, it becomes apparent that they are fairly even and moderately priced in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $106 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 3 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $635 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $115 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $79 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Pamplona
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 3 $635
4 stars 9 $114
3 stars 25 $115
2 stars 19 $79
1 star 14 $73
No rating 19 $153

Jardines de la Taconera, s/n, Pamplona
Overall Rating 8.8
Nueva, 20, Pamplona
Overall Rating 8.7

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Pamplona?

Activities and things to do in Pamplona can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $37 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $29.

  • The Authentic Rioja Alavesa wine experiences : $269
  • Walking tour of Pamplona: $96
  • Pamplona de Bocado en Bocado: Join Our Pintxo Tour!: $156
  • Pamplona: Interactive Tour El Sadar, CA Osasuna's Stadium: $20
  • Private City Tour Pamplona: $223
  • Tour of Olite and the royal castle. : $247
  • Hemingway's Pamplona Smartphone Guided Walking Tour : $9.75
  • Logroño Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $10

Is food expensive in Pamplona?

Food in Pamplona can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $78 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $73. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Pamplona?

The prices of local transportation in Pamplona can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $27 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $31. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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