Tourist Attractions in Girona

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Girona

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About Girona

Catalonia’s Girona is a city where Romanesque buildings from the 10th to 12th centuries still stand, and museums house valuable artefacts from the Roman period and the darker times of the Early Middle Ages. The power of the past centuries seems frozen forever in the facades of the Jewish Quarter and the outlines of the formidable Romanesque churches.

Girona is a long way from the coveted beaches of the Costa Brava, but the city does not lose its value. Many tourists come here on excursions from the resort towns of the coast to diversify a lazy beach holiday, and remain satisfied. In addition to grandiose architectural sights, Girona has several worthwhile museums that house priceless exhibits of great interest to history buffs.

Top-15 Tourist Attractions in Girona

Muralles de Girona

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3178 reviews

The fortress walls of Girona were built in the 1st century during the heyday of the Roman Empire and were part of the defences that protected the road from Rome to Seville. Only a small part of the walls has survived and has been restored. From the observation decks around the perimeter, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city. Nowadays, the fortress walls are a popular tourist attraction.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

El cul de la lleona

 4.3/5

871 reviews

An 11th century sculpture near the church of San Feliu. The figure of the lioness resembles the famous Roman she-wolf. There are many beliefs associated with this landmark. According to one of them, it is believed that if you kiss the lioness on the back of the lion, all wishes will come true. There is even a special ladder attached to the sculpture for this purpose. In fact, the sculpture is the heraldic symbol of Girona, and kissing the lioness in an unusual place is just a joking custom.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Museu d'Història dels Jueus

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1859 reviews

Jews began to settle in Girona from the ninth century. Their community was very powerful until the wave of persecution that hit Europe in the fifteenth century. The Jews who were expelled were replaced by poor Christian families who did not bother to furnish the houses of the neighbourhood. That is why the neighbourhood has survived almost in its original form. Nowadays, El Calle has become a bohemian quarter where real estate costs a lot of money.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Plaça de la Independència

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17 reviews

One of the central squares of Girona, located on the site of the monastery of St Augustine. The architectural appearance of the place was formed in the 19th century. The square is surrounded by austere facades of neoclassical buildings and sculptural colonnades. Mass public events, festive bazaars and music festivals are held here. There are many restaurants and bars with outdoor summer areas on Independence Square.

Place is closed permanently

Rambla de la Llibertat

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Girona’s central promenade, packed with tourists in all seasons. The Rambla de la Libertad has numerous cafes, boutiques and souvenir shops. Until 1809 there was a city wall along the street, but it was destroyed by Napoleon’s troops. On weekends there is a flower market, where a huge number of different kinds of flowers are sold. From the street you can turn off into the Jewish quarter or walk to the bridges over the Onyar River.

Girona Cathedral

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16668 reviews

The first Romanesque church on the site of the modern cathedral was built in the 11th century. In the Roman era there was a pagan sanctuary here. In the XIV century a Gothic building appeared, which was completed only in the XVI century. As a result of later rebuildings, the cathedral acquired a Baroque facade. The inner courtyard of the church has been preserved since the 12th century, and inside there are many ancient relics of great cultural value.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 5:30 PM

Basílica de Sant Feliu

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1178 reviews

The church was built in the fourteenth century on the site of an earlier Romanesque church, where the tombs of the patron saints of the town, St Philip and St Narcissus, were located. In the 16th century a tower was added to the building, and in the 17th century the façade was completed. The interior retains a severe Romanesque appearance with characteristic massive galleries. Roman and early Christian burials are also preserved on the temple grounds.

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Sant Pere de Galligants

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1216 reviews

The abbey was founded in the 12th century and first belonged to the brothers of the Order of St Benedict. It is a Romanesque building with a two-storey bell tower. In the XIV century the complex was given to the state. Since the XIX century on the territory of the abbey there is a museum, now known as the Archaeological Museum of Girona. One of its most valuable exhibits is the ancient mosaic “Chariot Races” and an ancient sarcophagus dating back to the 4th century.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Museu d'Història dels Jueus

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1859 reviews

The museum’s exposition is dedicated to the history and culture of the Jewish community that has lived in Catalonia since the Early Middle Ages. The collection is housed in 11 thematic halls, including “Diaspora”, “Jewish Quarter”, “Synagogue”, “Cemetery” and others. In the museum you can learn about the life and life of Jews, traditions and religious rituals. From time to time temporary exhibitions are organised on the territory of the museum.

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Museu del Cinema-Col·lecció Tomàs Mallol

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1407 reviews

A private museum with a rather impressive exposition of 30,000 objects. The collection is dedicated to the history of theatre and cinematography, from Antiquity to the present day. The museum keeps a film projector of the Lumière brothers, a lot of old posters, photographs and films. The gallery was opened in 1998 and was the first museum of its kind in Spain.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Museu d'Art de Girona

 4.4/5

519 reviews

The museum is housed in the Bishop’s Palace, which is said to date back to the 10th century. The last reconstruction of the building dates back to the 16th century, when Renaissance features were added to the architectural appearance of the palace. The museum collection consists of 8.5 thousand exhibits. It houses historical artefacts from the Romanesque period to the 20th century.

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Banys Àrabs

 4.3/5

2547 reviews

The baths are located in the central part of Girona and were built in the 12th century during the reign of King Alfonso I. The structure was built in a style typical of North African cities. The structure was built in a style typical of North African cities. At first the baths belonged to the royal family, but after the reconstruction of the XIII century access was opened to all comers. In the XV century, the baths again passed into private ownership and were subsequently closed. In the twentieth century the baths were reconstructed.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Pont de les Peixateries Velles

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6030 reviews

A pedestrian bridge over the river Oñar, designed by the famous H. Eiffel, the architect of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The bridge in Girona was erected in 1876, the design was revolutionary for its time as Eiffel used metal ties to increase strength. The Gustave Eiffel Bridge is a fairly compact structure that blends harmoniously into the surrounding landscape.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Parc de la Devesa

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9091 reviews

A small urban park covering an area of 40 hectares, with huge 150-year-old trees with trunks up to 50 metres high. The shade of these giants is a great place to be during the sweltering Catalan heat. In the park there is a Botanical Garden and a banana grove. For citizens and tourists, this place is a real green oasis that provides a welcome coolness.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Onyar

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119 reviews

A waterway running through the centre of Girona. The embankment of the Onyar River is built up with houses with coloured facades, which gives it a rather festive and elegant look. These facades have long since become a trademark of the city, and many tourists come to see them. The houses were built in the XVII century on the site of the demolished city wall, since then they have been rebuilt several times, but still retained their original appearance.