Day trip from Barcelona to Girona
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Barcelona and enjoy a half-day in the historic city of Girona, where many Game of Thrones scenes were filmed. Admire the spectacular 14th century Gothic architecture, stroll through the historic Jewish quarter and see the main historical monuments of Girona. Your Welcome will be your local guide who will share the historical facts, necessary information about the places of interest and of course his personal opinion to immerse you in the Spanish lifestyle. - Hotel pickup and drop-off by a professional English-speaking local driver/guide. - 100% customizable and private Once you arrive in the old city of Girona, the city of Game of Thrones, 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 are the traditional Arab Baths, the Gothic Collegiate Church of Sant Feliu and the old Girona Cathedral. Climb the 86 steps of the Cathedral and get a close-up view of the Catalan architecture created by Jaume Fabre. Your driver will then take you past the famous Onyar River so you can admire all the charming little colorful houses that rest on its banks and perhaps stop to take some iconic photos of Girona. Your next stop will be at one of the most popular places in the city, the medieval city walls. If you have time, you can walk along the walls and climb the watchtowers, from where you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city. As you approach the halfway point of your tour, you can take a break and enjoy an authentic Spanish lunch. Ask your driver to recommend a restaurant or take a stroll through the city center to find the perfect spot. Once you have regained some energy, you can choose to spend the rest of the day exploring Girona or visit the two nearby towns: the medieval town of Pals and the medieval town of Peratallada. Pals is a picturesque medieval town full of cobblestone streets, Gothic architecture and charming little cafes. While in this city, be sure to visit the famous Roman-style Torre de Les Hores, a massive tower that stands proud above the other buildings. Peratallada is a very well preserved feudal town, best known for its stone buildings, excavated in the moat that surrounds most of the city. This town is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee before taking the trip back to Barcelona. Once you're done exploring the charming towns 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.