Our Spanish Trails® day tours to Girona and Dalí museum in Figueres are day trip adventures that take you from Barcelona into the heart of Catalonia for a full day of culture, art, history and gastronomy. The former Roman city of Girona (c.75 A.D.) and neighbouring Figueres are only an hour north of Barcelona situated in the beautiful province of Girona, home to great villages of the eastern Pyrenees and beautiful beaches and villages of the Costa Brava. Girona / Dalí day trips/tours are well rounded day excursions for travellers of all ages and interest levels.
Girona, Roman "Gerunda" founded in 75 A.D., is a walled, medieval city built at the convergence of four important rivers. Girona city and province have led a truly amazing journey through time. As former home to Greeks, Romans, Visigoths, Franks and the now an autonomous Catalan state, Girona has stood the test of time via countless attacks by countless armies. The local Catalans who live here have tastefully respected their unique history in carrying out the art, architectural and cultural traditions since it’s founding nearly 2000 years ago. The Salvador Dalí museum in Figueres is a museum designed by none other than Salvador Dalí himself and houses his works from all stages of his unique life as one of the world’s most accomplished and recognized artists. The Dalí museum experience is not only a must for any art enthusiast but also a unique, unforgettable experience for any inquisitive traveller. All in all, our Girona City and Dalí tour is a great day trip from Barcelona that holds something unique and memorable for all of our guests.
Girona city and Dalí day tours begin with a 1.5-2 hour visit to museum of the great surrealist painter Salvador Dalí museum. After leaving Dalí, we move to the chaming, walled city of Girona. We first enjoy a great lunch of local, creative cuisine typical of the Catalonia region which has always been home to many cutting-edge culinary styles and world-class chefs. After our meal we move on to explore Girona’s colorful history and medieval architecture by strolling through the winding old quarter and Jewish Call, visiting the many amazing houses, churches and gardens as well as a visit to Girona city’s world famous Gothic Cathedral and/or Jewish heritage center of Bonastruc Sa Porta.
Spanish Trails also offers the same great Girona day tours coupled with Costa Brava tours. Explore some of the small, picturesque fishing villages, secluded beaches and interior medieval villages of the Empordá area that once served as farmland for the Romans, a protective barrier for the Franks, the commercial hub between Spain and the rest of the world in post-medieval times and the inspiration for many great artists, such as Salvador Dalí.
(Min. 2 person / Max. 8 persons per tour, unless otherwise requested)