Guide to Tarragona
Situated 51 miles to the south-west of Barcelona, Tarragona is famous for its treasure trove of Roman ruins, traditional cuisine, impressive architecture, and idyllic beaches.
Posts about Catalonia, covering interesting towns to visit which can make great escapes from Barcelona.
Situated 51 miles to the south-west of Barcelona, Tarragona is famous for its treasure trove of Roman ruins, traditional cuisine, impressive architecture, and idyllic beaches.
I spent a month in Lloret de Mar, in an Airbnb run by a Russian family, a short walk from the beach. It’s a town of contradictions, in a good way.
Sant Pere de Ribes combines Mediterranean charm with historical significance, situated among vineyards and natural landscapes.
Sitges is a beautiful seaside town 35KM southwest of Barcelona. It famous for its carnival, film festival and lively LGBTQ community.
Gósol is a village situated within CadÃ-Moixeró Natural Park, to the west of Pedraforca mountain.
If you’d like a weekend that is a little different and not your typical seaside trip, consider a visit to nearby Cardona. There are two major attractions; the striking medieval castle and the nearby salt mountain.