Girona
About 40 min by train from Barcelona
Colored houses over the river, a medieval Jewish quarter and Game of Thrones steps.
Why locals go
A day-plus trip by high-speed train, known for great restaurants.
Visiting Barcelona?
At 40 min by train, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Barcelona for your flight home.
What to book
- Old town and walls walk
- Cathedral steps
- Game of Thrones tour
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Walk the city walls at sunset
- Dinner in the old town
With friends
- Game of Thrones tour
- Bike the Vía Verde greenway
When to go
Year-round, flower festival in May.