Girona Art

Visit the wonderful city of Girona. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Town; see the Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter and the ancient City Walls. Explore the city during your free time. Discover the Dalí Theatre-Museum and marvel at the largest art collection of Salvador Dalí art.

The ancient walled city of Girona stands on a fortress-like hill, high above the confluence of the Onyar and Ter rivers. As the provincial capital it has a long and distinguished history. Founded by Iberians, the Romans later named it Gerunda and established it as an important stopping point on the Via Augusta, linking Iberia with Rome. The huge 15th century cathedral, boasting the widest unsupported gothic arch in the world, dominates the skyline, yet much of the city's attraction lies in exploring the mediaeval streets, especially around the charming Jewish quarter. You will be able to cross the Onyar River through the bridge built by Gustave Eiffel " Pont de les Peixeteries Velles" one of the most populat monuments of the city. This extensive visit (about 3 hours) will show you the most important monuments of Girona, its history, its Jewish heritage and also its Legends. Our guides are local guides who know all the secrets of the city.

Embark on a fascinating journey through history and the stunning landscapes of Costa Brava. We begin in Girona, a city with over 2,000 years of history. Enjoy a 45-minute guided tour through its medieval streets, visiting the Cathedral and the Jewish Quarter, followed by 45 minutes of free time to explore, take photos, or shop. Discover iconic Game of Thrones filming locations and learn about the city’s rich heritage. Next, we visit Peratallada, a beautifully preserved medieval village that feels like stepping back in time. With its cobbled streets, fortified walls, and charming stone houses, it’s a magical place. During our 45-minute guided tour, you’ll explore hidden corners, hear captivating stories, and take stunning photos. Finally, we head to Calella de Palafrugell, a picturesque fishing village. Enjoy two hours of free time to swim, relax on the beach, or explore the town. You can also have lunch at a seaside restaurant or unwind with a drink by the sea.

The Jewish neighbourhood of Girona is one of the best preserved in Europe. This district located in the heart of the city is full of ancient remains from its Roman and Medieval past. Known popularly as the "Call", this area was home to 1000 inhabitants during the Middle Ages, making it one of the most important Jewish communities in Spain's history. As you explore the pretty narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter, the hometown of Nahmanides, the Medieval Kabbalistic philosopher, you'll visit the spots where the city's 3 synagogues were located, you will find out all about the customs and traditions of the Jewish people. You'll also visit the Museum of Jewish History to learn about their way of life. Your guide will then lead you around the labyrinthine streets while explaining the history of the Expulsion of the Jews in 1492, an act that ended 600 years of coexistence. After this visit you'll have newfound knowledge of about the influence that the Jewish community left in Girona. 

Discover one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Catalonia. Enjoy a walking tour through its Old Town, walk the narrow and cobbled streets of the Jewish Quarter and see the Cathedral and the Old City Walls. Explore the city on your own during the free time you will be given.

With this pass (combined tickets "GIRONA EPISCOPAL"), travellers will be able to see three great monuments in the city of Girona, valid for 48 hours from the first validation. The Girona Art Museum houses the most important art collection of the Bishopric and the province of Girona, which draws an itinerary through unique works of Catalan art. The Girona Cathedral has one of the largest Gothic naves in the world The best example of Catalan Gothic can be found in the Basilica of Sant Felix IMPORTANT: you should always start with the Girona Art Museum. OPENING HOURS: 1. Museu Art Girona: Working days: 10 am – 6 pm. Sundays and holidays: 10 am – 2 pm. Closed: Monday (except public holidays), 25 and 26 December, 1 and 6 January 2. Basilica of Sant Feliu Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sundays and public holidays: 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 3. Girona Cathedral Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays and public holidays: 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Barcelona to discover the cultural and artistic treasures. In Girona you can walk through the historic streets of this charming city, marvel at the colorful houses along the Onyar River and visit iconic monuments such as the Basilica of Sant Feliu and the impressive Girona Cathedral. Explore the Jewish Quarter and enjoy the unique atmosphere of this medieval gem. In the Dalí Museum in Figueres you will immerse yourself in the surreal world of Salvador Dalí. Discover an extensive collection of his work and get an intimate insight into the mind of this iconic artist. End your trip in Cadaqués, a picturesque coastal town, famous for its whitewashed houses, tranquil landscapes and connection to Dalí life. Enjoy free time to explore, relax by the sea or indulge in local cuisine. Join us for a unique experience that combines history, art and the breathtaking beauty of Catalonia.

Explore the colorful streets of Girona. Discover the hidden corners of this fascinating Catalan city and listen to stories that few people know. Relax as you visit the city's main attractions, like the impressive Arab Baths and the lively urban center. Enjoy the company of fellow travelers, sharing laughs and anecdotes as you explore the city together with a qualified guide. You'll feel the thrill of uncovering the mysteries behind each monument and walk across the iconic Eiffel Bridge, a unique iron structure that offers stunning views of Girona's old town. You'll also have the chance to stop and take photos at the most iconic spots.

Why did HBO choose Girona to shoot the acclaimed series Game of Thrones? Come with us and discover the history of this old city while visiting the different locations that appeared in the show. We always run tours with small groups! The adventures of Arya Stark while training to be a faceless woman, and the spectacular (SPOILER ALERT!) destruction of the Cathedral, are just some of the scenes that where filmed here. Come dive with us into the Seven Kingdoms!

The Girona Art Museum houses the most important art collection in Girona, with unique works of Catalan art. The visit allows one to contemplate, in chronological order, pictorial and sculptural works from successive periods and styles (Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, realism, modernism and noucentisme). The tour of the permanent exhibition opens with a fragment of an early Christian tombstone from Empúries, and among the most relevant pieces in the collection are the liturgical complex of Sant Pere de Rodes (9th century), the Martyrology of Usuardo (miniature book from the s. XV) and one of the most notable altarpiece sets of the XV-XVI centuries. From February 25 to January 28, 2024, the temporary exhibition "Explosions of an instant, 70s. The contribution of the artists to the art collection of the Avui newspaper" is available. The old episcopal palace is, after the Cathedral, one of the most monumental buildings in the city.

The Tomàs Mallol Cinema-Collection Museum is a permanent, non-profit institution, open to the public as a space for scientific, cultural and recreational participation of citizens, and at the service of society and its development. Its origin is found in the acquisition of the Tomás Mallol Collection of cinematographic and pre-cinematographic objects by the City of Girona on January 28, 1994. Its mission is to favor the understanding and knowledge of the history of the moving image and of the cinema through the conservation, investigation, interpretation and exhibition of various collections, whose objects explain how the images were represented before the cinema and what was the technical process that led to the invention of the cinematograph in 1895.

Join us and walk with us in our Monumental Girona Tour throughout the historic quarter and the most important monumental buildings of Girona. The first monument we will be visit in this tour is the Cathedral of Santa Maria de Girona which is located in the upper part of the city with the widest gothic nave in the world t’s gothic nave measuring up to a total of 22,98 meters. We will next visit the Monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants, a Benedictin monastery also known as the <> of the city, located outside the city walls in the historical center of Girona. Come and discover with us the legends, the history and the best kept secrets of the monumental Girona.

Enjoy a hassle-free visit with an entry e-ticket for the Girona Cathedral, the Girona Art Museum and the Church of Sant Feliu De Girona Download the app and your audio tours on your smartphone prior to your visit Marvel at the Sepulchre of Ramón Berenguer, the Portable Altar, and the Bell Tower Discover the Cathedral’s Cloister, the Mural Painting of Pedrinyá and the Sarcophagus of the Good Shepherd

The best and most pleasant way to discover both the history of Girona and its gastronomy, helped by a local guide. The visit includes a walk through the entire monumental area of the city, the guide will explain from the outside all its main monuments, the Basilica of Sant Feliu, the Cathedral, the Arab Baths, "el Cul de la Lleona", the Barrio Jew, the Walls, the Ramblas, the Bridges over the Onyar River… More than 2000 years of history that will be covered in a couple of hours and then enjoy a tasting of local products such as sausages, cheeses, our favorite desserts. All accompanied by our DO Empordà wine or one of our beers. An experience they will not forget!

Discover the magic of football in the heart of Girona with our guided tour of the Montilivi Stadium, hosting Champions League Matches. Immerse yourself in the history of the club, explore its facilities and live an unforgettable experience for football fans, the doors of Montilivi open for all white and red fans and football lovers through this new experience that is sure to surprise children and adults. For 1 hour, and accompanied by a specialized guide, you will enter normally restricted areas to learn about the history of the club in a unique way and feel like a real Girona FC player when you step on the pitch. You'll enter the press room, go into the changing rooms, walk through the tunnel through which the players go out onto the pitch every match and see the presidential box. Get ready to live an immersive experience: through the VR glasses you will feel the excitement of taking the field on a match day. An opportunity that you can't miss to feel part of the game!

Discover this part of Catalonia: hanging villages, medieval bridges and a lake surrounded by deep nature and forests. Castellfollit, Besalú and Banyoles in one day. We will visit some other interesting and beautiful sites. Are you ready?

Immerse yourself in Jewish history during this 8-hour (small group tour up to 7 people) of Girona and Besalu. Both are traditional Spanish Jewish communities that have a long history and rich culture. In Girona, wander the Jewish quarter of ‘the Call’ and learn about the important area’s medieval history, including Nahmanides, one of the greatest Kabbalah scholars. The Museum of Jewish History is a stop not to be missed. Enter the small city of Besalú via the famous medieval bridge and wander through the medieval and Jewish quarter. Visit a 12th-century Micveh before being returned back to your hotel.

On this full-day minivan tour to Girona Province, you will have a guided visit to the Theatre-Museum Dalí in Figueres, named The world's largest surrealist Object, to better understand Dalí's works and life. The tour  includes the Jewels Collection designed by Dalí, the thirty-nine gold jewels and precious stones of the Owen Cheatham collection. After the Museum we will drive about 40 minutes to reach Girona City to have lunch there and to have an extensive visit to the old quarter to know its history, its Jewish heritage, the bridge designed by Gustave Eiffel, the old Walll and also its Legends. Our guides are locals so they know all the secrets of the city.

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure through Catalonia’s medieval heartlands on this exclusive small-group tour (max 8 people). Start in Girona, where the Barri Vell enchants with cobblestone streets and colorful riverfront houses. Marvel at the Girona Cathedral, cross the Eiffel Bridge, and discover the secrets of the Jewish Quarter. Next, step back in time in Besalú, with its stunning Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvià. Delve into the past at the Monastery of Sant Pere and the ancient Jewish Quarter with its rare 12th-century mikvah. Enjoy the charm of picturesque squares and lively medieval festivals. Finish in Castellfollit de la Roca, perched on a breathtaking basalt cliff. Wander narrow streets, admire the Sant Salvador Church, and take in panoramic views over the rivers.

The city of Girona is undoubtedly a great unknown to most tourists who arrive in Catalonia. Only 35 minutes from Barcelona with the high-speed train (AVANT) and only 45 minutes from France, the city has witnessed all the great conquests, battles and conflicts throughout history. That is why it retains a great legacy of all ages. Founded by the Romans over 2000 years ago, in Girona you can stroll through the ancient Roman and medieval walls to see the city from the top. The Jewish and medieval quarter of the city is one of the best preserved in Europe, undoubtedly a treasure to discover. Narrow and cobbled streets with history in every corner, in every stone. Cradle of Nahmanides, great Rabbi and Jewish Kabbalist Philosopher of the 13th century. You can visit the bridges on the Onyar River, Gustave Eiffel built the most famous of them and enjoy without haste, the tranquility of a beautiful little city