Daytrip·
How to Visit Montserrat from Barcelona: A First-Time Guide
Trains, cable car, basilica, Escolania, and hiking routes—everything you need for a first visit to Montserrat from Barcelona.
Stories
Tips, ideas, and inspiration from Catalonia Explorer.
Food·
10 Traditional Catalan Foods to Try During Your Trip
From pa amb tomàquet and calçots to suquet de peix and crema catalana—ten Catalan dishes and how to find them on your trip.
Rural·
Besalú Travel Guide: Bridge, Jewish Heritage and a Slow Medieval Day
Plan an unhurried visit to Besalú, from its iconic Romanesque bridge and Jewish heritage to the lanes, river views, and nearby countryside.
Itinerary·
Catalonia Beyond Barcelona: 7 Places Worth Adding to Your Trip
Medieval villages, Mediterranean coves, volcanic landscapes, and mountain monasteries—seven Catalonia destinations worth leaving Barcelona for.
Itinerary·
Tarragona in One Day: Roman Ruins and the Old Town
A walkable day in Tarraco—Roman walls, Part Alta, cathedral, circus, amphitheater, and Mediterranean views from Barcelona by train.
Itinerary·
Three Days in Barcelona and Catalonia: A First-Time Itinerary
A balanced first itinerary combining Barcelona with one carefully chosen Catalan day trip.
Rural·
La Garrotxa Travel Guide: Volcanoes, Forests and Medieval Villages
Volcanic parks, La Fageda d’en Jordà, Croscat, Santa Pau, and Olot—how to explore inland Catalonia’s green Garrotxa region.
Coast·
Ebro Delta Guide: Rice Fields, Birdlife and Beaches
Plan a slow trip through the Ebro Delta for wetlands, birdwatching, rice fields, cycling routes, seafood, and wide-open beaches.
Itinerary·
Catalonia by Train: A First-Time Guide to Planning Without a Car
How to plan a car-free Catalonia trip around Barcelona, Girona, Tarragona, and mountain rail connections.
Catalonia·
When to Visit Catalonia: Weather, Crowds and Seasonal Travel
Choose the right season for Catalonia’s cities, coast, mountains, festivals, and food.
Itinerary·
One Day in Girona: The Perfect Walking Itinerary
A practical walking route through Girona’s riverside views, Jewish Quarter, cathedral, medieval walls, and quiet corners—ideal for a Barcelona day trip.
Coast·
Cadaqués and Cap de Creus: A Complete Travel Guide
Whitewashed streets, Dalí’s Portlligat home, and Cap de Creus Natural Park—how to visit Cadaqués and when to stay overnight.
Itinerary·
Costa Brava Road Trip: Coves, Villages and Coastal Towns
A three-to-five-day Costa Brava drive from Tossa de Mar to Girona—coastal towns, hidden coves, and medieval Empordà villages.
Culture·
Castellers in Catalonia: A First-Time Guide
A first-time guide to castellers: what Catalan human towers represent, how a performance unfolds, and how visitors can watch respectfully.
Itinerary·
Terres de l’Ebre Road Trip: River, Mountains and Delta
A three-day Terres de l’Ebre road trip linking Tortosa, the Ebro River, the Ports mountains, local food, and the wetlands of the delta.
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