City break in Catalonia. Active leisure ideas for Catalonia - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Catalunya is an ideal holiday destination for fans of sports entertainment and for those who wish to enjoy relaxed and casual atmosphere. The region features charming seaside resorts, cutting-edge ski areas, a lot of beautiful nature reserves and bustling cities with their inherent entertainment.
Through efforts of local residents Catalunya has managed to keep a lot of precious historical monuments attracting thousands of travelers to this picturesque region. Charming ancient towns … Open
1. You can travel Catalunya by high-speed RENFE trains, as well as buses. It should be noted that the latter method is not only profitable, but also quite comfortable, as bus routes pass … Open
The majestic Noguera Pallaresa River attracts fans of extreme sports. Everyone can enjoy canoeing or kayaking there and an abundance of emotions is guaranteed. Foothill areas of the Pyrenees are ideal not only for walking, but also for cycling. Those who wish to enjoy the typical urban entertainment have to spend a few days in Girona or Barcelona featuring an abundance of shops and entertainment venues.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Catalonia and surroundings
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National and city parks around Catalonia
♥ Natural Park 'Muntanya de Montserrat' , 25.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Natural Park 'Serra de Collserola' , 51.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Cave 'El Forat' , 59.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Natural Park 'Serra del Montsant' , 68.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Cave 'Cova del Llop Mari' , 87.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Natural Park 'Muntanya de Montserrat' , 25.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Natural Park 'Serra de Collserola' , 51.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Cave 'El Forat' , 59.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Natural Park 'Serra del Montsant' , 68.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Cave 'Cova del Llop Mari' , 87.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Catalonia
♥ Amusement park 'Tibidabo Amusement Park' Barcelona, 53.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'PortAventura' Salou, 63.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Tibidabo Amusement Park' Barcelona, 53.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'PortAventura' Salou, 63.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Catalonia
♥ Water park 'Aqualeon' Albinyana, Tarragona, 40.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'PortAventura Aquatic Park' Salou, Tarragona, 63.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquopolis Costa Dorada' La Pineda, Tarragona, 64.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Illa Fantasía' Vilassar de Dalt, Barcelona, 70.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Marineland Catalunya' Palafolls, Barcelona, 102.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aqualeon' Albinyana, Tarragona, 40.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'PortAventura Aquatic Park' Salou, Tarragona, 63.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquopolis Costa Dorada' La Pineda, Tarragona, 64.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Illa Fantasía' Vilassar de Dalt, Barcelona, 70.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Marineland Catalunya' Palafolls, Barcelona, 102.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Catalonia
♥ Restaurant 'Hostal Jaumet' Torà. Type - Regional cuisine. 26.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'La Cava d’en Sergi' Sant Sadurní d’Anoia. Type - Traditional cuisine. 28.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Cal Blay Vinticinc' Sant Sadurní d’Anoia. Type - Traditional cuisine. 28.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Hostal Grau' Santes Creus. Type - Catalan. 30.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'El Racó de la Calma' Vilafranca del Penedès. Type - Regional cuisine. 31.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Hostal Jaumet' Torà. Type - Regional cuisine. 26.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'La Cava d’en Sergi' Sant Sadurní d’Anoia. Type - Traditional cuisine. 28.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Cal Blay Vinticinc' Sant Sadurní d’Anoia. Type - Traditional cuisine. 28.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Hostal Grau' Santes Creus. Type - Catalan. 30.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'El Racó de la Calma' Vilafranca del Penedès. Type - Regional cuisine. 31.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Catalonia from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Park Guell
From the series “Top 16 Most Unusual and Original Parks and Gardens”
Check on the map: Distance from Catalonia center - 56.2 km.
Guests of the park will notice that many of the concrete buildings and sculptures are decorated with colorful tiles and shards of glass. According to one legend, the workers were collecting these fragments throughout the city for months. One of the main symbols of the park, which is a fruit of this laborious work, is a mosaic salamander. In 1984, Park Guell was inscribed in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Guests from all over the world are eager to visit it. …
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Vila De Gracia
From the series “Top 13 Most Fantastic and Colorful Streets and Quarters”
Check on the map: Distance from Catalonia center - 56.3 km.
In recent years, the celebration has acquired a distinct environmental focus. Only recycled secondary materials are used for street decoration of Villa de Gracia. The process turned into a real competition, and literally any team can participate there. Each group presents an installation to the audience and the jury. The winner is selected on the last day. Those who are going to visit Barcelona in August should definitely walk along this fabulous street that is one of the brightest and most unusual in the world. …
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Monasterio de Montserrat
From the series “The Most Remote Monasteries and Temples in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Catalonia center - 26.3 km.
The monastery borders with a nature reserve and is under state protection. A hundred years ago pilgrims had to go on foot to get to the monastery. Today, many people deter from modern technology and prefer climbing the mountain to overcome themselves. …
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
The Hilton Kyoto hotel will be attractive to a wide range of guests. Leisure travelers will appreciate the close proximity to famous attractions such as Heian and Yasaka Temples, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the scenic Gion Historical District. In a few minutes, guests can reach the metro stations, the path to the sights of interest will not take much time. Read this
25.04.2024
The Hilton Kyoto hotel will be attractive to a wide range of guests. Leisure travelers will appreciate the close proximity to famous attractions such as Heian and Yasaka Temples, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the scenic Gion Historical District. In a few minutes, guests can reach the metro stations, the path to the sights of interest will not take much time. Read this
25.04.2024
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Guide to your best city break in Catalonia - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Catalonia - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Catalonia?' disappears immediately.