Region guide

Catalonia

Catalonia in northeastern Spain combines the cosmopolitan energy of Barcelona, the rugged coves of the Costa Brava, historic Roman Tarragona, and premier Penedès/Priorat wine regions.

Destinations

Cities in Catalonia

Catalonia

Barcelona

Barcelona ranks as Spain's #2 tourist destination, renowned for its art & architecture appeal. This captivating city offers Gaudí Architecture, Mediterranean Beach, Gothic Quarter,…

1,660,000 residents

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Begur

A charming medieval village on the Costa Brava, protected by an 11th-century castle and featuring distinctive colonial-style architecture from 19th-century Cuban emigrants. Located 200…

4,100 residents

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Cadaqués

A picturesque coastal town on the Costa Brava in Catalonia, famous for its artistic heritage and association with Salvador Dalí. Located in the unique…

2,800 residents

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Calella de Palafrugell

One of the Costa Brava's most enchanting coastal villages, Calella de Palafrugell has somehow managed to preserve its authentic fishing village charm despite its…

750 residents

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Cardona

A historic Catalan town 90km northwest of Barcelona, dominated by the most important medieval fortress in Catalonia - the Castle of Cardona, built by…

5,200 residents

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Figueres

The birthplace of surrealist master Salvador Dalí and home to the world-famous Dalí Theatre-Museum, designed by the artist himself. This historic Catalan city dates…

47,000 residents

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Girona

A historic Catalan city brimming with medieval charm and modern vibrancy. Often called the "City of the Four Rivers" due to the Onyar, Ter,…

105,000 residents

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Mura

Charming Catalan stone village in Barcelona province, recognized as UNWTO Best Tourism Village. Located within Sant Llorenç del Munt Natural Park (89% of territory).…

211 residents

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Port Lligat

Port Lligat is a small, isolated fishing village on the Costa Brava of the Mediterranean Sea, located in the municipality of Cadaqués in Catalonia.…

50 residents

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Sant Pere de Ribes

Expat living guide to Sant Pere de Ribes near Sitges: housing costs, DO Penedès wine masies, international schools, Garraf Natural Park, and Barcelona access.

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Sitges

Sitges guide: old town and Modernisme, which beaches suit different trips, LGBTQ+ cultural context, Barcelona day-trip tradeoffs, accessibility and ideal stay length.

31,000 residents

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Tossa de Mar

Tossa de Mar guide: Vila Vella, Platja Gran, Es Codolar, transport without a railway station, how long to stay, and whether this Costa Brava…

5,800 residents

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