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Palace of the Kings of Navarre of Olite

Known locally as Palacio Real de Olite

Palace of the Kings of Navarre of Olite is a major palaces stop in or near Olite, offering climb towers and galleries in a romantic medieval palace that dominates the small town of Olite.

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Palace of the Kings of Navarre of Olite Consuelo Fernandez — CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Typical visit
2 hours
Setting
Mixed
Region
Basque Country, Navarre & La Rioja
Last checked
9 Aug 2026

Why visit

Climb towers and galleries in a romantic medieval palace that dominates the small town of Olite.

What you will see

  • Royal towers.
  • Courtyards.
  • Town panorama.

History

The palace was transformed in the 14th and 15th centuries into an elaborate royal residence of the kings of Navarre, then heavily restored after centuries of decline.

Photographs

Palace of the Kings of Navarre of Olite

Consuelo Fernandez — CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons · full attribution on the image credits page.

Visitor tips

  1. 1

    Allow about 120 minutes for the main visit, adjusting for queues, walking and optional sections.

  2. 2

    Check current access, opening and ticket information before setting out, especially in peak season.

About Basque Country, Navarre & La Rioja

Contemporary Bilbao, Basque coast, historic Navarre and Rioja heritage towns.

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