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Girona
Spain · GRO
Walled Catalan town of colour houses and cathedral steps.
About
Girona, historically also known as Gerona, is the capital city of the Province of Girona in the autonomous community of Catalonia, Spain, at the confluence of the Ter, Onyar, Galligants, and Güell rivers. The city had an official population of 106,476 in 2024, but the population of the Girona–Salt urban area is estimated to be about 156,400 (2020). Girona is also capital of the comarca of the Gironès and the vegueria of Girona. Since much of the old quarter of this ancient city has been preserved, Girona is a popular tourist destination. The city is located 99 km (62 mi) northeast of Barcelona.
Source: Wikipedia — Girona (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- dining · excellent
- historical · excellent
- affordability · good
- architecture · good
- beaches · good
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Weather through the year
- Jan55°F5d wet
- Feb59°F7d wet
- Mar62°F10d wet
- Apr67°F9d wet
- May73°F11d wet
- Jun83°F9d wet
- Jul88°F6d wet
- Aug89°F7d wet
- Sep79°F10d wet
- Oct72°F9d wet
- Nov62°F8d wet
- Dec57°F7d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Girona Food & Market Guided TourFrom $119 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Vineyard walk and wine tasting in l’EmpordàFrom $31 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Hot Air Balloon with Champagne, Optional Photos,Video & BreakfastFrom $444 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Half Day Gastronomic Wild Walk in GironaFrom $71 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
One Hour Game of Thrones TourFrom $38 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Diving baptism in the Montgrí Natural ParkFrom $95 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO), about 6.3 mi away.
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