Barcelona: Day Trip From Barcelona to Girona with a Local

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ID: GYG781001-1252308
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Country: Spain

Duration: 07:00 hours


Description

Discover the medieval city of Girona on a private tour from Barcelona. Explore the historic Jewish Quarter, see the Girona Cathedral, and visit the medieval villages of Pals and Peratallada.
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Barcelona, and enjoy half a day in the historical city of Girona where lots of Game Of Thrones scenes were filmed. Admire the spectacular 14th-century Gothic architecture, wander around the historic Jewish Quarter, and see the top historical landmarks of Girona.

Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Barcelona and travel to the old city of Girona. Once you arrive, your driver will take you to the historic Jewish Quarter. This is the perfect place to get out of the car and stretch your legs while admiring the beautiful medieval streets. In this area, you can find the traditional Arab Baths, the Gothic Collegiate Church of Sant Feliu, and the ancient Girona Cathedral. Climb the 86 steps of the Cathedral and get a close-up view of Catalan Architecture created by Jaume Fabre.

Your driver will then take you past the famous Onyar River so you can admire all the lovely little colored houses resting on its banks, and perhaps stop to take some iconic Girona photos. Your next stop will be at one of the most popular landmarks in the city, the medieval City Walls. If you have time, you can walk the entire length of the walls and climb the lookout towers to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city below.

As you near the middle of your tour, you can take a break and enjoy an authentic Spanish lunch. Ask your driver for a restaurant recommendation, or take a walk around the center of the city to find your perfect spot. After you have restored some of your energy, you can choose to spend the rest of the day exploring Girona, or you can visit the two nearby towns: Medieval Town of Pals and Medieval Town of Peratallada.

Pals is a quaint medieval village full of cobblestone streets, gothic architecture, and lovely little cafes. While in this town, be sure to check out the famous Roman-style Torre de Les Hores, a huge tower standing proudly above the other buildings. Peratallada is an extremely well-preserved feudal village, best known for its stone buildings, carved from the moat which encircles most of the city. This village is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee before embarking on the return journey to Barcelona.

Once you have finished exploring the lovely villages of Pals and Peratallada, your driver will take you on a leisurely afternoon drive back to your accommodation in Barcelona, concluding your tour of Girona.

Highlights

  • Discover the medieval city of Girona, where many Game of Thrones scenes were filmed
  • Admire the 14th-century Gothic architecture of the Girona Cathedral
  • Walk along the city walls and climb the lookout towers for panoramic views
  • Explore the medieval village of Pals and see the Roman-style Torre de Les Hores
  • Visit the well-preserved feudal village of Peratallada and enjoy a cup of coffee

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is private and customizable.
You can visit all the places from the list or pick only the ones you like. Just inform your driver about your choice before the ride. During the stops you can do whatever you want: visit the landmarks, take pictures e.t.c. Take as much time as you want within the overall time limit of the trip.
Bring comfortable shoes for walking.
A camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views.
The tour involves walking, so it may not be suitable for individuals with mobility impairments.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.