Essential Guide to the Pamplona Running of the Bulls

The Pamplona Running of the Bulls is one of the most chaotic, insane experiences anyone could possibly have. There is more to the San Fermin festival in Pamplona than just the bull run - the festivities start the night before at 11pm and continue until the run at 8am the next morning. On this page you'll find all the information you need to know about the Pamplona Running of the Bulls.

If you don't know much about the event, you might want to start with these Pamplona Running of the Bulls Pictures.

Did you know? Pamplona's Running of the Bulls is not the only such festival in Spain. There are plenty of Bull Runs in Spain.

Running of the Bulls Quick Facts

• Where? Pamplona. Book Hotels in Pamplona or look for Rooms and Apartments on Airbnb
• Know Any Good Running of the Bulls Tours? Yes! Read about Pamplona Tours.
• Nearest Airport for Flights from Europe? Bilbao or Zaragoza.
• Nearest Airport for Flights from the US? Madrid. Book Flights to Spain
• How Do I Get to Pamplona? By train or bus. Book Trains to Pamplona or Book Buses to Pamplona

Pamplona for Novices - What Actually Happens?

1. What are the origins of the Pamplona Running of the Bulls?
2. Who was San Fermin?
3. When is the Pamplona Bull Run? What happens on each day?
4. What can I expect in twenty-four hours at the Pamplona Running of the Bulls?
5. What is the Pamplona Running of the Nudes?
6. Didn't Ernest Hemingway write a book about Pamplona?
   
   

   How to Get to Pamplona

7. What's the best way to see the Running of the Bulls?
8. Does Pamplona have an airport? What other airports are near Pamplona?
9. Are there overnight trains to Pamplona?
10. Are there overnight buses to Pamplona?
11. Are there any organized tours for the Pamplona Running of the Bulls?
12. How to get from Madrid to Pamplona | Barcelona to Pamplona | San Sebastian to Pamplona | Bilbao to Pamplona | Vitoria to Pamplona | Paris to Pamplona
    
    

    Preparing for the San Fermin Running of the Bulls

13. Where should I stay for the Pamplona Running of the Bulls?
14. Camping in Pamplona
15. What should I bring to the Pamplona Bull Run & What Should I Wear?
    
    

    Watching the San Fermin Running of the Bulls

16. Do I want to hire a balcony for San Fermin?
17. How do I choose a balcony for San Fermin?
18. Where should I stand to watch the run from?
    
    

    Participating in Pamplona - Running with the Bulls

19. What tips do you have for people that want to run with the bulls?
20. Are there any rules I should know about?
21. What is the route of the Pamplona Running of the Bulls?
22. How many people have died running and who was the last person to die?