Costa Brava Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lloret de Mar Beach showing boating, landscape views and a beach
Lloret de Mar Beach showing a sandy beach and outdoor art
Lloret de Mar Beach featuring street scenes, general coastal views and outdoor art
Lloret de Mar Beach which includes a monument
Costa Brava

Thrilling outdoor adventures, fabulous beaches, natural parks and a surrealist master entice visitors to the Catalonian coastline in northeast Spain.

Costa Brava is a long stretch of Mediterranean coastline that extends from the French border south toward Barcelona. It is a coastal region of wild natural beauty, seaside resorts, mountain escapes and a rich cultural heritage. Visit the birthplace of Salvador Dalí, swim, ski in the Pyrenees and dive and surf in clear water.

Explore the extensive coastline, wild and unspoiled in places, developed in others. Find secluded coves, hike along coastal footpaths and stop at picturesque fishing villages. Among the most popular beach resort destinations are those at Tossa de Mar and Lloret de MarOpens in a new window. Beyond the beaches, discover nature, history and art.

One of Costa Brava's most famous sons is Salvador Dalí, the surrealist master. Tour the Dalí Theatre-Museum in FigueresOpens in a new window, the town where he was born and where he died. Visit Dalí's crypt, which houses the artist's remains and is located in one of the museum's lower levels. View more of his works at the Salvador Dalí House-Museum in the village of Cadaqués.

Unearth more cultural and historical treasures elsewhere on the Costa Brava. Amble along the narrow streets of the old quarter in Girona and sightsee at the 10th-century Benedictine monastery in Sant Feliu de Guíxols.

Take advantage of the region’s diverse scenery of mountains, lakes, rivers, forests and ancient volcanoes. Hike through any of the eight natural parks of Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees, including the Volcanic Area of the Garrotxa Region and Montseny Natural Park. Kayak in the Natural Park of Cap de Creus and try aqua-trekking in the channels of the Muga River. During the winter, go skiing, snowshoeing and ice climbing in the alpine resorts of the Girona Pyrenees.

To experience Costa Brava's beaches, nature, sports and culture, fly into the international airports at Girona or BarcelonaOpens in a new window. Although buses serve many coastal towns and taxis are plentiful, a rental car is the best option if you want to explore different parts of the coastal region.

Where to stay in Costa Brava

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Platja d'Aro

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Platja d'Aro. A stop by Cala Rovira or Cala del Pi might round out your trip.

Platja d'Aro
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Roses Town Center

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and water parks in Roses Town Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Roses Beach or Nova Beach.

Roses Town Center
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Lloret Town Center

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Lloret Town Center is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lloret de Mar Beach and Gran Casino Costa Brava.

Lloret Town Center

Santa Margarida

Unique features of Santa Margarida include the seaside views and bars. Make a stop by Aventura Nautica or Platja de Sant Margarida while you're exploring the area.

Santa Margarida

Almadraba-Canyelles

4/5(1 area review)

Almadraba-Canyelles is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canyelles Beach and Canyelles Grosses Beach.

Almadraba-Canyelles
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Canyelles

If you're spending some time in Canyelles, Canyelles Beach and Sa Somera Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Canyelles
Hotel Prestige Sant Marc

Hotel Prestige Sant Marc

4 out of 5
Av. de la Bocana, 38-48, Playa Sta. Margarida, Roses
The price is AU$177 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$177
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Roses. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (345 reviews)
"Clean and tidy pleasant staff .only minor food in reasturant could be warmer by the time you picked from buffet and got to table food was going cold"

Reviewed on 27 July 2025

Hotel Prestige Sant Marc
Atzavara Hotel & Spa

Atzavara Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Carrer Pla de la Torre, 16, Santa Susanna
The price is AU$214 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$214
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Susanna. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (285 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Atzavara Hotel & Spa
RVHotels Mar de Tossa

RVHotels Mar de Tossa

3 out of 5
Giverola 4-6, Tossa de Mar
The price is AU$64 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$64
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Tossa de Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Tossa de Mar ...
7.4/10 Good! (277 reviews)
"I liked this hotel during my stay. The room was clean, and breakfast was good. Close to the supermarket - around 5 min, to the beach a 10-15 min walk. The staff are very friendly and helpful, we couldn't access our room and a woman from the reception kindly helped us and it took just 5 minutes. I ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

RVHotels Mar de Tossa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Xon's Platja ApartHotel

Xon's Platja ApartHotel

3 out of 5
Carrer Pompeu Fabra, s/n, Empuriabrava, Castello d'Empuries
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Empuriabrava. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Roses Beach and Platja ...
7.2/10 Good! (574 reviews)
"Personnel accueillant, hôtel bien situé, mais chambre non insonorisée. Donc, une nuit sans sommeil… dommage !"

Reviewed on 22 June 2025

Xon's Platja ApartHotel
L'Escala Resort

L'Escala Resort

3.5 out of 5
Carrer dels Masos, 4-62, L'Escala
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in L'Escala. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a rooftop terrace, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Estarit Beach and Platja de ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
"Las instalaciones son muy bonitas. la llegada y la comunicación con el personal de acogida es facil. Por el precio, La habitación esta bien, tiene un buen tamaño y un balcón super espacioso. Tiene las comodidades necesarias para pasar varios días. Algunos problemas con el agua caliente"

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

L'Escala Resort
Aparthotel Giuliano

Aparthotel Giuliano

3 out of 5
Tamariu 7, Castello d'Empuries
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Empuriabrava. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Roses Beach and Karting are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (115 reviews)
"We were just there for one day. The rooms are big and spacious, beds are nice and comfy with a full kitchen - great for longer stays - close to the highway. The only reason 3 star on property condition was because our ac was leaking in the night but no other issues and it did not disrupt our sleep. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2024

Aparthotel Giuliano
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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