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Its astonishing rocky outcrops, which rise up into the air like sandcastles, have stimulated the imagination for millennia. The legend says that in the year 880 some shepherd boys found a statue of the black madonna, the "Moreneta", in a grotto. A chapel was built on this site which soon became a place of pilgrimage. The image now on display is a Romanesque wood carving dating from the late 12th century and the dark tones are the result of the deterioration of the varnishThe monastery has always been an active cultural centre.
The library conserves the most ancient Catalan text (12th century) and a collection of 300,000 volumes. And every day you can hear the oldest children's choir in Europe, the "Escolania de Montserrat", sing. The mountain is also the perfect place for hiking and climbing.
The Montserrat museum has an important section of early paintings, spanning the 13th to the 18th centuries, with works by Berruguete, El Greco, Caravaggio, Luca Giordano and Tiepolo. You'll also find examples of French impressionism and works on paper by world-renowned contemporary painters such as Chagall, Braque, Le Corbusier, Miró, Dalí and Picasso.
How to get to Montserrat from Barcelona
Getting from Barcelona to Montserrat is easy and fast, but it can be quite confusing for tourists at first because there are three ticket options. In addition to transportation, the ticket options include the following:
Choose your preferred ticket and buy it at the train station at Placa Espanya (or you can buy it online in advance following the links above).
NOTE: If you decide on buying your ticket at the station, please come 20 minutes or so before your train departure; the availability is not an issue as tickets do not have assigned seats.
You can check the updated schedule of trains from Barcelona to Aeri de Montserrat in advance (https://www.fgc.cat/en/ ) . The trains come about every hour. There is a ticket counter and a ticket machine to choose from to buy your tickets and credit cards are accepted too!
By the way, the return metro ride between any metro station and Plaça Espanya is free of charge if you chose “Trans” or “Tot”. Choose which type of train you want to take to Montserrat, either cable car OR rack railway to go up the mountain (I will explain the difference below). Once you’ve reached your destination, you can take unlimited rides on funiculars there!
MY EXPERIENCE: I chose TOT Montserrat (TOT means “All” in Catalan), and I can say it is definitely worth the extra 18€ – the lunch buffet was delicious and unlimited (you will get hungry during the day, trust me!) and the museum was fantastic too!
Tot and Trans tickets are good for any day; there is no specific date on your ticket when you purchase it. This is good as you can change your mind and go a day earlier or later if it is raining, for example.
CABLE CAR OR RACK RAILWAY (CREMALLERA)?
Do not repeat my mistake, read this part very carefully and you will save yourself some money!
When you board the Montserrat train at Placa Espanya, there is just 1 train that goes to Montserrat, so everything should be clear until then.
But in order to get up to the mountain, you need to get off the train at some point and then take either the cable car or rack railway. Here is the schedule for both of them just in case (but you will probably not need it as the schedule of the cable cars is aligned to the arrival time of the train from Barcelona).( https://www.fgc.cat/en/)
Depending on what you choose, you will need to get off at different stations.
• Montserrat Aeri stop for cable car (first stop of the train)
• Monistrol de Montserrat stop for rack railway (second stop of the train)
Because the companies that provide the service of bringing you up to the monastery are 2 different private companies, they don’t really care if you got off one station earlier/later by mistake. If you bought a Rack Railway ticket you can only take it from Monistrol Montserrat stop, they can’t provide the service if you mixed up the stops.
If you made a mistake and you got off Montserrat Aeri, not Monistrol Montserrat (I know, the name is so similar) with your Rack Railway ticket, you will either need to pay extra for the Cable Car ticket (around 7€ per person one-way), or wait for the next train ride (in 1 hour) from Barcelona to ride one extra stop to Monistrol de Montserrat.
I found this part very frustrating – I (and many other travelers) got off at the first stop by mistake, but our ticket said we chose Rack Railway. We could not waste 1 hour waiting for the train, so we had to pay the extra 7€ per person for the cable car ticket.
So, which one to choose in the end? Having tried both of them, I can say that Rack Railway (Cremallera) is better as it is more comfortable and you can sit down.
IMPORTANT: It is also good to choose Rack Railway because on the way back you will board the train back to Barcelona first (those who chose the cable car option will join the train 1 stop later). Most of them will probably not find an empty seat anymore, while you will be able to enjoy your seat for the whole duration of the ride.
NOTE: If you purchase the TOT Montserrat ticket, make sure to visit Museu de Montserrat. The museum features some of the great works of Dali, Monet, Picasso etc. The audio guide is 2,2€ and I recommend renting it.
Food in Montserrat – There are restaurants where you can order food or snacks. If you purchase TOT tickets, an all-you-can-eat lunch with a great variety of food will be included with your Montserrat trip. If you do not want to buy the TOT Montserrat option, you can buy lunch separately – it is 15€ per person.
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Montserrat, Valencia
Its astonishing rocky outcrops, which rise up into the air like sandcastles, have stimulated the imagination for millennia. The legend says that in the year 880 some shepherd boys found a statue of the black madonna, the "Moreneta", in a grotto. A chapel was built on this site which soon became a place of pilgrimage. The image now on display is a Romanesque wood carving dating from the late 12th century and the dark tones are the result of the deterioration of the varnishThe monastery has always been an active cultural centre.
The library conserves the most ancient Catalan text (12th century) and a collection of 300,000 volumes. And every day you can hear the oldest children's choir in Europe, the "Escolania de Montserrat", sing. The mountain is also the perfect place for hiking and climbing.
The Montserrat museum has an important section of early paintings, spanning the 13th to the 18th centuries, with works by Berruguete, El Greco, Caravaggio, Luca Giordano and Tiepolo. You'll also find examples of French impressionism and works on paper by world-renowned contemporary painters such as Chagall, Braque, Le Corbusier, Miró, Dalí and Picasso.
How to get to Montserrat from Barcelona
Getting from Barcelona to Montserrat is easy and fast, but it can be quite confusing for tourists at first because there are three ticket options. In addition to transportation, the ticket options include the following:
Choose your preferred ticket and buy it at the train station at Placa Espanya (or you can buy it online in advance following the links above).
NOTE: If you decide on buying your ticket at the station, please come 20 minutes or so before your train departure; the availability is not an issue as tickets do not have assigned seats.
You can check the updated schedule of trains from Barcelona to Aeri de Montserrat in advance (https://www.fgc.cat/en/ ) . The trains come about every hour. There is a ticket counter and a ticket machine to choose from to buy your tickets and credit cards are accepted too!
By the way, the return metro ride between any metro station and Plaça Espanya is free of charge if you chose “Trans” or “Tot”. Choose which type of train you want to take to Montserrat, either cable car OR rack railway to go up the mountain (I will explain the difference below). Once you’ve reached your destination, you can take unlimited rides on funiculars there!
MY EXPERIENCE: I chose TOT Montserrat (TOT means “All” in Catalan), and I can say it is definitely worth the extra 18€ – the lunch buffet was delicious and unlimited (you will get hungry during the day, trust me!) and the museum was fantastic too!
Tot and Trans tickets are good for any day; there is no specific date on your ticket when you purchase it. This is good as you can change your mind and go a day earlier or later if it is raining, for example.
CABLE CAR OR RACK RAILWAY (CREMALLERA)?
Do not repeat my mistake, read this part very carefully and you will save yourself some money!
When you board the Montserrat train at Placa Espanya, there is just 1 train that goes to Montserrat, so everything should be clear until then.
But in order to get up to the mountain, you need to get off the train at some point and then take either the cable car or rack railway. Here is the schedule for both of them just in case (but you will probably not need it as the schedule of the cable cars is aligned to the arrival time of the train from Barcelona).( https://www.fgc.cat/en/)
Depending on what you choose, you will need to get off at different stations.
• Montserrat Aeri stop for cable car (first stop of the train)
• Monistrol de Montserrat stop for rack railway (second stop of the train)
Because the companies that provide the service of bringing you up to the monastery are 2 different private companies, they don’t really care if you got off one station earlier/later by mistake. If you bought a Rack Railway ticket you can only take it from Monistrol Montserrat stop, they can’t provide the service if you mixed up the stops.
If you made a mistake and you got off Montserrat Aeri, not Monistrol Montserrat (I know, the name is so similar) with your Rack Railway ticket, you will either need to pay extra for the Cable Car ticket (around 7€ per person one-way), or wait for the next train ride (in 1 hour) from Barcelona to ride one extra stop to Monistrol de Montserrat.
I found this part very frustrating – I (and many other travelers) got off at the first stop by mistake, but our ticket said we chose Rack Railway. We could not waste 1 hour waiting for the train, so we had to pay the extra 7€ per person for the cable car ticket.
So, which one to choose in the end? Having tried both of them, I can say that Rack Railway (Cremallera) is better as it is more comfortable and you can sit down.
IMPORTANT: It is also good to choose Rack Railway because on the way back you will board the train back to Barcelona first (those who chose the cable car option will join the train 1 stop later). Most of them will probably not find an empty seat anymore, while you will be able to enjoy your seat for the whole duration of the ride.
NOTE: If you purchase the TOT Montserrat ticket, make sure to visit Museu de Montserrat. The museum features some of the great works of Dali, Monet, Picasso etc. The audio guide is 2,2€ and I recommend renting it.
Food in Montserrat – There are restaurants where you can order food or snacks. If you purchase TOT tickets, an all-you-can-eat lunch with a great variety of food will be included with your Montserrat trip. If you do not want to buy the TOT Montserrat option, you can buy lunch separately – it is 15€ per person.
The village is a popular, small beach destination in the south. Sitges is especially known for its carnival and is popular in the LGTB community.There is a few nude beaches. In general, Sitges is great for beaches and nightlife.By day you can wander around sleepy white-washed streets, decorated with colourful kitsch ceramics and balconies full of potted plants; by night the cafes, restaurants and bars throw open their doors and Sitges becomes one of Spain’s most happening party places. This is where the first ever Pacha nightclub opened (in 1967!), whilst the gay scene is one of the strongest in the country. With 17 sandy beaches (some nudist), a beautiful Old Town and a triumvirate of good museums, Sitges makes for a fantastic day trip – or even longer – and has both a family-friendly and gay-friendly vibe.
To get to Sitges simply hop on the train from Sants Station, or Passeig de Gracia. They usually run every 15 minutes and take about 35-40 mins from Barcelona. Tickets are around 4 or 5 euros each way. For train timetables for check the Rodalies section of the Renfe website.There are different events happening in Sitges such as the Sitges Film Festival in October and the Sitges Carnival in February.
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Sitges
The village is a popular, small beach destination in the south. Sitges is especially known for its carnival and is popular in the LGTB community.There is a few nude beaches. In general, Sitges is great for beaches and nightlife.By day you can wander around sleepy white-washed streets, decorated with colourful kitsch ceramics and balconies full of potted plants; by night the cafes, restaurants and bars throw open their doors and Sitges becomes one of Spain’s most happening party places. This is where the first ever Pacha nightclub opened (in 1967!), whilst the gay scene is one of the strongest in the country. With 17 sandy beaches (some nudist), a beautiful Old Town and a triumvirate of good museums, Sitges makes for a fantastic day trip – or even longer – and has both a family-friendly and gay-friendly vibe.
To get to Sitges simply hop on the train from Sants Station, or Passeig de Gracia. They usually run every 15 minutes and take about 35-40 mins from Barcelona. Tickets are around 4 or 5 euros each way. For train timetables for check the Rodalies section of the Renfe website.There are different events happening in Sitges such as the Sitges Film Festival in October and the Sitges Carnival in February.
Lying just south of Barcelona is the scenic countryside of the Penedes region of Catalonia, one of Spain’s foremost wine producing regions along with Rioja and Priorat. The wine it’s famous for is Cava, the Catalan take on French Champagne, but – as well as the sparkling stuff – there are plenty of vineyards producing reds and whites of great renown. No wonder that enotourism has really taken off here recently, and a day excursion to one of the many wineries in the Penedes, for a spot of sampling, is a day well spent. Many companies offer tours that include a vineyard and cellar tour, wine tasting, food and possibly even a spot of culture, or you could take the train and visit some wineries independently.
You can reach the region’s capital, Vilafranca del Penedes, easily by train from Barcelona, journey time 50 minutes from Sants Station with trains leaving twice an hour. Check Renfe Rodalies for a timetable, or check the R4 route here for other destinations in the Penedes. You could also get off at Sant Sadurni D’Anoia and visit the famous Freixenet winery, or even better at Laverns-Subirat to take part in the Create Your Own Cava workshop at a boutique winery (see tours section below).
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Vilafranca del Penedès
Lying just south of Barcelona is the scenic countryside of the Penedes region of Catalonia, one of Spain’s foremost wine producing regions along with Rioja and Priorat. The wine it’s famous for is Cava, the Catalan take on French Champagne, but – as well as the sparkling stuff – there are plenty of vineyards producing reds and whites of great renown. No wonder that enotourism has really taken off here recently, and a day excursion to one of the many wineries in the Penedes, for a spot of sampling, is a day well spent. Many companies offer tours that include a vineyard and cellar tour, wine tasting, food and possibly even a spot of culture, or you could take the train and visit some wineries independently.
You can reach the region’s capital, Vilafranca del Penedes, easily by train from Barcelona, journey time 50 minutes from Sants Station with trains leaving twice an hour. Check Renfe Rodalies for a timetable, or check the R4 route here for other destinations in the Penedes. You could also get off at Sant Sadurni D’Anoia and visit the famous Freixenet winery, or even better at Laverns-Subirat to take part in the Create Your Own Cava workshop at a boutique winery (see tours section below).
Set in the north-eastern part of Catalonia, Girona is a beautiful city full of history, art and architecture. Take your time to walk around and soak up its atmosphere: highlights include the picturesque River Onyar with its bridges and the colourful houses overlooking it, the Rambla de la Llibertat (home to a weekend flower market and many popular cafés), and the historical centre.
See Girona from up high with a visit to its city walls where you can appreciate iconic buildings such as the cathedral and the church of Sant Fèlix. With a range of cultures having settled in Girona down the ages, including Romans, Muslims, Jews and Christians, there’s an extensive variety of sights, such as the Arab Baths and the Sant Pere Galligants monastery.
Girona once housed one of the most important Jewish communities in Western Europe. The city’s Jewish History Museum commemorates those who once lived here and looks at Catalonia’s Jewish populations in the medieval period; it’s located in the old 'Call' (Jewish quarter) in a building once occupied by a synagogue.
Visit the cathedral, and we do mean by climbing the 90 or so steps to get there. This magnificent building is a mishmash of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque styles, and its nave is one of the largest in the world. Fans of 'Games of Thrones' should try and see how many locations from Season 6 they can spot around the exterior.
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Girona
Set in the north-eastern part of Catalonia, Girona is a beautiful city full of history, art and architecture. Take your time to walk around and soak up its atmosphere: highlights include the picturesque River Onyar with its bridges and the colourful houses overlooking it, the Rambla de la Llibertat (home to a weekend flower market and many popular cafés), and the historical centre.
See Girona from up high with a visit to its city walls where you can appreciate iconic buildings such as the cathedral and the church of Sant Fèlix. With a range of cultures having settled in Girona down the ages, including Romans, Muslims, Jews and Christians, there’s an extensive variety of sights, such as the Arab Baths and the Sant Pere Galligants monastery.
Girona once housed one of the most important Jewish communities in Western Europe. The city’s Jewish History Museum commemorates those who once lived here and looks at Catalonia’s Jewish populations in the medieval period; it’s located in the old 'Call' (Jewish quarter) in a building once occupied by a synagogue.
Visit the cathedral, and we do mean by climbing the 90 or so steps to get there. This magnificent building is a mishmash of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque styles, and its nave is one of the largest in the world. Fans of 'Games of Thrones' should try and see how many locations from Season 6 they can spot around the exterior.
Less than an hour down the coast from Barcelona lies Tarragona. Nowadays it's much less well-known than the Catalan capital, but as Tarraco it was the most significant Roman provincial capital in Hispania. The remains from that time are absolutely worth the trip, while the Tarragona Archaeology Museum houses contemporaneous mosaics, sculptures and everyday items. Tarragona also has a (relatively) more recent historical centre, which includes an extensive Gothic cathedral, and the old city walls. The main thoroughfare is the lengthy Rambla Nova, lined with shops, restaurants and cafés. At the other end of Rambla Nova is the Balcó del Mediterrani, a viewing point where the gleaming sea acts as an ideal selfie backdrop. If you’re so inclined and the weather’s right, you can also head down to one of the local beaches, with various kilometres of soft sand and shallow waters, that are popular with all ages.
Undoubtedly the jewels in Tarragona’s crown are its Roman remains , and the amphitheatre and circus are simply unmissable. The amphitheatre was located outside the walls of Tarraco but close to the Via Augusta and the beach, the landing point for animals used in the shows. Today you can explore the main arena, walk through some of the backstage tunnels, and sit in the stands. While less of the circus has survived (some is still buried under newer buildings), it's easy to get a sense of its huge dimensions, with ample space for chariot races and 30,000 spectators.
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Tarragona
Less than an hour down the coast from Barcelona lies Tarragona. Nowadays it's much less well-known than the Catalan capital, but as Tarraco it was the most significant Roman provincial capital in Hispania. The remains from that time are absolutely worth the trip, while the Tarragona Archaeology Museum houses contemporaneous mosaics, sculptures and everyday items. Tarragona also has a (relatively) more recent historical centre, which includes an extensive Gothic cathedral, and the old city walls. The main thoroughfare is the lengthy Rambla Nova, lined with shops, restaurants and cafés. At the other end of Rambla Nova is the Balcó del Mediterrani, a viewing point where the gleaming sea acts as an ideal selfie backdrop. If you’re so inclined and the weather’s right, you can also head down to one of the local beaches, with various kilometres of soft sand and shallow waters, that are popular with all ages.
Undoubtedly the jewels in Tarragona’s crown are its Roman remains , and the amphitheatre and circus are simply unmissable. The amphitheatre was located outside the walls of Tarraco but close to the Via Augusta and the beach, the landing point for animals used in the shows. Today you can explore the main arena, walk through some of the backstage tunnels, and sit in the stands. While less of the circus has survived (some is still buried under newer buildings), it's easy to get a sense of its huge dimensions, with ample space for chariot races and 30,000 spectators.
La Roca Shopping Village is a luxury shopping outlet build in 19th-century modernist Catalan style.Home to over 100 stores and luxury brands La Roca Shopping Village is an outlet venue where shoppers can enjoy up to 60% off top fashion items.
Home to a range of top restaurants and exclusive boutiques it is impossible to return to Barcelona empty handed after a day at La Roca.
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La Roca del Vallès
La Roca Shopping Village is a luxury shopping outlet build in 19th-century modernist Catalan style.Home to over 100 stores and luxury brands La Roca Shopping Village is an outlet venue where shoppers can enjoy up to 60% off top fashion items.
Home to a range of top restaurants and exclusive boutiques it is impossible to return to Barcelona empty handed after a day at La Roca.
Can also be done in a day trip from Barcelona if you really want to, but you will hardly be able to enjoy it – you will spend most of the day rushing around on the road. I would not recommend doing it. Instead, you could rent a car and enjoy one of your best 2-3 day weekend getaways from Barcelona in Andorra la Vella, stopping on the road to admire the beauty.
Andorra
Can also be done in a day trip from Barcelona if you really want to, but you will hardly be able to enjoy it – you will spend most of the day rushing around on the road. I would not recommend doing it. Instead, you could rent a car and enjoy one of your best 2-3 day weekend getaways from Barcelona in Andorra la Vella, stopping on the road to admire the beauty.
Super nice idea along Costa Brava if you are wondering what to do around Barcelona and would like to have a destination all to yourself, especially if you prefer a fishing village! Plus, this tiny city has some unique Cuban vibes, with beautiful colonial houses If you want to check it out! Again, the best way would be to rent a car and explore the entire area!
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Begur
Super nice idea along Costa Brava if you are wondering what to do around Barcelona and would like to have a destination all to yourself, especially if you prefer a fishing village! Plus, this tiny city has some unique Cuban vibes, with beautiful colonial houses If you want to check it out! Again, the best way would be to rent a car and explore the entire area!
For travellers seeking the full cultural Catalan experiences there is no better day trip from Barcelona than a visit to the quintessentially Catalan villages of Vic and Rupit.Hopelessly romantic there is a relaxed and calm feel to day trip to Vic and Rupit that provides a welcome contrast to the comparative, endearing, chaos of Barcelona.At the centre of captivating Vic you will find the Plaça Major that is encompassed by porticoes town houses.
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Vic
For travellers seeking the full cultural Catalan experiences there is no better day trip from Barcelona than a visit to the quintessentially Catalan villages of Vic and Rupit.Hopelessly romantic there is a relaxed and calm feel to day trip to Vic and Rupit that provides a welcome contrast to the comparative, endearing, chaos of Barcelona.At the centre of captivating Vic you will find the Plaça Major that is encompassed by porticoes town houses.
Beautiful city along the Costa Brava coast and a former fishing village. Going to Tossa de Mar will be one of those unforgettable trips in Costa Brava because it is a wonderful destination if you love golden sand beaches, cobbled streets and ancient castles!
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Tossa de Mar
5 Carrer de Francesc Mas i RosBeautiful city along the Costa Brava coast and a former fishing village. Going to Tossa de Mar will be one of those unforgettable trips in Costa Brava because it is a wonderful destination if you love golden sand beaches, cobbled streets and ancient castles!
The small fishing village of Cadaqúes lying on the Costa Brava was the muse for one of history’s most influential artists, Salvador Dalí.This quaint Mediterranean village has provided inspiration for countless artists and it’s not hard to see why. Salvador Dalí spent many years here sauntering thought the same slender streets as you will on your day trip from Barcelona, taking in the inspiring scenery.
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Cadaqués
The small fishing village of Cadaqúes lying on the Costa Brava was the muse for one of history’s most influential artists, Salvador Dalí.This quaint Mediterranean village has provided inspiration for countless artists and it’s not hard to see why. Salvador Dalí spent many years here sauntering thought the same slender streets as you will on your day trip from Barcelona, taking in the inspiring scenery.
Besalú Is quite a small town which has had Roman, Visigoth and Moorish rulers but its modern day splendour dates mostly from the 11th to 14th centuries.Besalu's wonderful fortified bridge is perhaps its most important monument. The bridge spans the Fluvia river and has a fortified gateway in the middle. Unusually it is not straight but follows more of an 'L' shape to take advantage of rock in the riverbed. The views of Besalu across the bridge really are superb.
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Besalú
Besalú Is quite a small town which has had Roman, Visigoth and Moorish rulers but its modern day splendour dates mostly from the 11th to 14th centuries.Besalu's wonderful fortified bridge is perhaps its most important monument. The bridge spans the Fluvia river and has a fortified gateway in the middle. Unusually it is not straight but follows more of an 'L' shape to take advantage of rock in the riverbed. The views of Besalu across the bridge really are superb.
Home to Catalonia’s largest natural lake, Banyoles is the capital of the county, Pla de l’Estany, and has plenty to offer to visitors. Banyoles is a favourite with nature lovers, with a range of walks around the lake, on the Puda, the Can Morgat, Puig Clara, the Estunes, the water canals, and also in Banyoles old town. Of course you also get up close and personal to the water, whether you go swimming, canoeing, kayaking or fishing. You can take a boat trip on the lake, either by going on the Tirona boat, which costs €7 per person, or you can rent a rowing boat for €5 per hour, per person. Back on dry land, there’s bike and Segway hire available, and a choice of mountain biking routes.
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BANYOLES
13 Carrer dels ServitesHome to Catalonia’s largest natural lake, Banyoles is the capital of the county, Pla de l’Estany, and has plenty to offer to visitors. Banyoles is a favourite with nature lovers, with a range of walks around the lake, on the Puda, the Can Morgat, Puig Clara, the Estunes, the water canals, and also in Banyoles old town. Of course you also get up close and personal to the water, whether you go swimming, canoeing, kayaking or fishing. You can take a boat trip on the lake, either by going on the Tirona boat, which costs €7 per person, or you can rent a rowing boat for €5 per hour, per person. Back on dry land, there’s bike and Segway hire available, and a choice of mountain biking routes.
The Dali Theatre-Museum in the town of Figueres attracts thousands of visitors daily .It’s no wonder – Figueres is the birthplace of Dali as well as the place where he was buried, too. Museu Dali is actually the largest surrealistic object in the world!
Everything in the museum was designed by the artist himself and, thus, everything really needs some explanation for , non-artsy people .For this reason, I highly recommend booking a guide in advance.(http://barcelonaturisme.com/shopv3/en/product/23378/theatre-musee-dal%C3%AD-en-train-a-grande-vitesse.html)
NOTE: There are some day tours that offer guided tours, but they actually only provide a guide for the outside of the museum, which loses the whole point of having a guide in my opinion. So read the reviews carefully before booking your tour. The ones I mentioned above definitely have a live guide.The whole visit can be done in a single day, but even half a day should be enough.
How to get to Figueres from Barcelona by yourself
If you do not want to take an organized day trip, here are your options:
By train:You can take a high-speed AVE train from Barcelona to Figueres (50 minutes; about 35€. (https://www.renfe.com/) where you can find the schedule and prices.
There is also a normal, non-high-speed train; the price is usually 16€ and it takes 1 hour and 40 minutes, so 2 hours all together with walking to the museum. You can also take a local bus from the train station and it will take you directly to the museum for 1,25€.
By bus The good thing about taking the bus is that it stops right in front of the museum, but I would not recommend this option as taking the bus appears to be more expensive and takes longer than a train. (https://www.sagales.com/en/trip/83/visit-to-the-dali-theatre-museum-from-barcelona) , but it will cost around 20€ and it will take 3 hours.
By car Renting a car can actually be quite a cheap option so I recommend you check the prices! The journey is 140 km long.
Price for Dali museum (https://www.salvador-dali.org/en/ museums/figueres/) The entrance to the museum is 14€ for adults.Do not miss the Dali Jewels Museum located just after Dali Museum; the entrance is included in your ticket! Also, go around the building to see the surreal façade with giant eggs on top!
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Figueres
The Dali Theatre-Museum in the town of Figueres attracts thousands of visitors daily .It’s no wonder – Figueres is the birthplace of Dali as well as the place where he was buried, too. Museu Dali is actually the largest surrealistic object in the world!
Everything in the museum was designed by the artist himself and, thus, everything really needs some explanation for , non-artsy people .For this reason, I highly recommend booking a guide in advance.(http://barcelonaturisme.com/shopv3/en/product/23378/theatre-musee-dal%C3%AD-en-train-a-grande-vitesse.html)
NOTE: There are some day tours that offer guided tours, but they actually only provide a guide for the outside of the museum, which loses the whole point of having a guide in my opinion. So read the reviews carefully before booking your tour. The ones I mentioned above definitely have a live guide.The whole visit can be done in a single day, but even half a day should be enough.
How to get to Figueres from Barcelona by yourself
If you do not want to take an organized day trip, here are your options:
By train:You can take a high-speed AVE train from Barcelona to Figueres (50 minutes; about 35€. (https://www.renfe.com/) where you can find the schedule and prices.
There is also a normal, non-high-speed train; the price is usually 16€ and it takes 1 hour and 40 minutes, so 2 hours all together with walking to the museum. You can also take a local bus from the train station and it will take you directly to the museum for 1,25€.
By bus The good thing about taking the bus is that it stops right in front of the museum, but I would not recommend this option as taking the bus appears to be more expensive and takes longer than a train. (https://www.sagales.com/en/trip/83/visit-to-the-dali-theatre-museum-from-barcelona) , but it will cost around 20€ and it will take 3 hours.
By car Renting a car can actually be quite a cheap option so I recommend you check the prices! The journey is 140 km long.
Price for Dali museum (https://www.salvador-dali.org/en/ museums/figueres/) The entrance to the museum is 14€ for adults.Do not miss the Dali Jewels Museum located just after Dali Museum; the entrance is included in your ticket! Also, go around the building to see the surreal façade with giant eggs on top!
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PortAventura Park is a great place in Europe for both travelers with kids and groups of adults and it is actually among the best day tours from Barcelona that you can do! There are rides for all ages and thrill-tolerance levels for all ages, so it is definitely worth it to add it to your itinerary as well!
How to buy PortAventura tickets
( https://www.portaventuraworld.com/en )
The price of a single ticket to PortAventura + Ferrari Land is 56 € on the official website and the ticket for2 day, 2 park pass is 62 €.
The offers change constantly, so you can check if there are any current discounted options.
NOTE: I DO NOT advise buying tickets at the gates because the lines are usually horrifically long!
Fast pass Port Aventura: It costs an additional 25€ to skip the line to each ride once or 35€ for unlimited rides. You can also pay an additional 5€ to be the first in the queue for Express pass holders. I bought the 35€ option and I found it to be enough and I was really happy we decided on this extra investment as it was definitely worth the money! The queues for Fast Pass holders are really not that long, so no need to pay the additional 5
Ferrari Land Park – is it worth it?
PortAventura has a smaller neighboring theme park called Ferrari Land (obviously
dedicated to the masterpiece of Enzo Ferrari) with some newer types of ride experiences.
I would say it is definitely worth visiting the Ferrari theme park as well and you definitely
cannot miss the Ferrari World roller coaster that is 112 meters high!
Fast Pass Ferrari Land: Fast Pass for Ferrari Land is 20€ and yes, the lines can be long!
We bought it and we had no regrets!
How to get to PortAventura from Barcelona( 100 km away from Barcelona )
By train The trains leave from Barcelona Sans station. It takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to get to your destination and it is free seating. The price can be anywhere between 9€ to 13€ for a one-way trip.
By bus This might be an option only if you go to the adventure park straight from the airport,but I have to warn you that the buses depart every 2 hours and the price is 30€ roundtrip.
By car Renting a car is always a great option if you drive. Check to see the current offers!
PRO TIP: Take some food and water with you. This will probably not be enough for the whole day, but it will save you some money. Don’t forget your sunscreen as well! You can download the PortAventura App to make sure you do not miss a single ride!
PRO TIP 2: You can combine the visit of Tarragona with the adventure park, as they are located very close to each other.
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How to buy PortAventura tickets
( https://www.portaventuraworld.com/en )
The price of a single ticket to PortAventura + Ferrari Land is 56 € on the official website and the ticket for2 day, 2 park pass is 62 €.
The offers change constantly, so you can check if there are any current discounted options.
NOTE: I DO NOT advise buying tickets at the gates because the lines are usually horrifically long!
Fast pass Port Aventura: It costs an additional 25€ to skip the line to each ride once or 35€ for unlimited rides. You can also pay an additional 5€ to be the first in the queue for Express pass holders. I bought the 35€ option and I found it to be enough and I was really happy we decided on this extra investment as it was definitely worth the money! The queues for Fast Pass holders are really not that long, so no need to pay the additional 5
Ferrari Land Park – is it worth it?
PortAventura has a smaller neighboring theme park called Ferrari Land (obviously
dedicated to the masterpiece of Enzo Ferrari) with some newer types of ride experiences.
I would say it is definitely worth visiting the Ferrari theme park as well and you definitely
cannot miss the Ferrari World roller coaster that is 112 meters high!
Fast Pass Ferrari Land: Fast Pass for Ferrari Land is 20€ and yes, the lines can be long!
We bought it and we had no regrets!
How to get to PortAventura from Barcelona( 100 km away from Barcelona )
By train The trains leave from Barcelona Sans station. It takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to get to your destination and it is free seating. The price can be anywhere between 9€ to 13€ for a one-way trip.
By bus This might be an option only if you go to the adventure park straight from the airport,but I have to warn you that the buses depart every 2 hours and the price is 30€ roundtrip.
By car Renting a car is always a great option if you drive. Check to see the current offers!
PRO TIP: Take some food and water with you. This will probably not be enough for the whole day, but it will save you some money. Don’t forget your sunscreen as well! You can download the PortAventura App to make sure you do not miss a single ride!
PRO TIP 2: You can combine the visit of Tarragona with the adventure park, as they are located very close to each other.