Tarragona, Spain

Tarragona

A Roman amphitheatre right above the Mediterranean.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Tarragona

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Roman amphitheatre above the sea and the Roman circus vaults.
  2. AfternoonWalk the Passeig Arqueològic along the Roman walls and see the cathedral.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the fishermen's quarter of El Serrallo.

Day 2

Visit the Roman aqueduct, the Pont del Diable, or the Priorat wine region.

What to eat

Romesco sauce on grilled fish or calçots in winter.

Local tips

Make the most of Tarragona

Beat the crowds

Tarragona is calm; the beaches are busy in July and August.

Best photo spot

The Roman amphitheatre with the Mediterranean behind it.

Getting there

Trains from Barcelona take about an hour along the coast.

Don't miss nearby

The Ebro Delta, with rice fields, lagoons and flamingos, about an hour south.

Good to know

Tarragona was a major Roman city; a combined ticket covers several ruins. Human towers (castells) are a Catalan tradition at local festivals.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Tarragona

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Plan your visit

Getting to Tarragona

Getting there

  • Reus Airport (REU)7 km away
  • Barcelona Airport (BCN)75 km away
  • Barcelona85 km away
  • Girona160 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Tarragona: good to know

Is Tarragona worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and the coast. A Roman amphitheatre right above the Mediterranean.

How many days do you need in Tarragona?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Tarragona?

You can visit all year. Tarragona is calm; the beaches are busy in July and August.

How do you get to Tarragona?

The nearest airport is Reus Airport (REU), about 7 km away. Trains from Barcelona take about an hour along the coast.

What is there to see near Tarragona?

Nearby hidden places include Montserrat (72 km), Barcelona (83 km) and Peñíscola (110 km).

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