Top Girona Half-day Tours

Soar above Catalonia’s ancient dormant volcanoes on a thrilling hot air balloon ride over the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. Soak up panoramic views that stretch as far as the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees on a clear day as the winds carry you up to 6,500 feet (1981 meters) in the air. Sip pink cava and enjoy the spectacular silence during the 1.5-hour flight. After landing, cap off the unforgettable morning with a traditional Catalonian hot breakfast.

Get your fix of ‘Game of Thrones’ fantasy drama on this Viator Exclusive tour of the season six filming sites in Girona. Much of the city’s Old Town was transformed into the streets and landmarks of King’s Landing and Braavos, two fictional towns from the HBO hit series. Learn about key filming sites and hear insider gossip about the show from a guide. You’ll also discover some of Girona’s striking landmarks including the Cathedral of Santa Maria.

Experience Girona’s history and culture on this small group walking excursion. After meeting up with your guide Plaça de Sant Feliu, spend a few hours exploring this Catalon city’s esplanades, old walls, bridges, and landmarks. Admire the history of the Jewish Quarter and marvel at Roman artifacts, winding streets, and an impressive artistic heritage while learning about the city from a knowledgeable guide.

Discover the 2,000-year history of Girona on a half-day small-group walking tour. Learn about the city’s ancient Roman past and rich artistic heritage as you explore the Medieval Quarter with a local guide. Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria in Girona, the Arab Baths, and the Jewish History Museum, and stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets of the old Jewish Quarter as you learn about some of the best places to dine and shop while in town.

The Empordà wine region produces some of Catalonia’s most interesting wines and this half-day small-group tasting tour from Girona is the ideal introduction. Visit two of the region’s small wineries or wine cellars; sample a selection of red, white, and rosé wines; and tuck into regional specialties including meats, cheeses, and desserts during a decadent brunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

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. 

Enjoy and discover the heart of Girona. Explore the medieval town of this beautiful city with your private guide. Your private driver will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in Barcelona.

A hot air balloon tour of Barcelona is a classic way for adventurous travelers to see the city from a new perspective. Float over rolling farmland, the stunning Pyrenees, and historic sights such as in the city of Vic, reaching a height of nearly 3,000 feet as you fly (914 meters). Celebrate your trip with an included flight certificate and Champagne toast upon landing.

Experience the thrill of riding in a hot air balloon on a scenic flight that includes views of the Pyrenees as you glide over farmlands. Perfect for friends and families, this balloon can host four guests, making it more inclusive than the common two-person baskets but still creating an intimate experience. After landing, relive the ride with photos and videos displayed over champagne and breakfast.

Hire a private motorboat to explore the Costa Brava region over the course of a few hours. Spend the day swimming, exploring caves, discovering the local marine life, and stopping at local villages. Sip on complimentary cava and local snacks while you sail and admire the beauty of the Spanish coast.

This is a unique experience that previously was only available for locals. A family watermill with the oldest dynasty of windmillers in Europe situated in an amazing natural environment near a great waterfall of wishes. You will fall in love with this place!

We will visit local markets and bars of the old town so we can introduce you the products and groceries that you normally need to prepare tapas and appetizers. After a small introduce we will start the route through the tapas and pinchos bars. Explore a Spanish food tradition on a tapas walking tour Taste gourmet tapas at Girona city Discover the historic old town listen to expert explanations of the local food and wine from a specialist gourmet guide Stop and taste local products at the markets and a variety of bars and restaurants.

Enjoy an unforgettable sailing experience on board the magic catamaran. Gliding gently over the blue waters of the Costa Brava, you will enjoy the silent sailing. We leave from the pier dels Ginjolers, in the center of Roses, and sail along the beautiful coast between Roses and Cadaquès with its lonely coves lined with pine trees and sharp cliffs to Cap de Creus. We pass through the famous village of Cadaqués and Port Lligat where the house of Salvador Dalí is located and enjoy the spectacular rocky coast of Cap de Creus. We anchor in Cala Bona or Cala Culip, where you can swim, snorkel, relax and eat our barbecue meal prepared on board. While sailing, you will discover a new and very pleasant feeling as the catamaran glides silently over the water.

Escape the bustle of Barcelona to the ancient town of Girona which is a beautiful place to visit. You’ll find a old houses lining quaint cobbled streets. There’s also a stunning cathedral, Benedectine monastery, Arab baths, and a Jewish museum that details the history of the Jewish community that resided there until the late 1400s. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you filled with offbeat sightseeing, visitng local popular hangout places and trying the local food & drinks. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the rich Spanish culture.

Experience an extensive 3-hour tour to discover the monumental city of Girona. Feel transported to the medieval ages while strolling around its Jewish quarter. Explore 2,000 years of history with your knowledgeable local guide. Explore the Catalonian town of Girona, which is one of the filming locations for King’s Landing and Braavos in Game of Thrones. Visit the amazing and inspiring Cathedral and explore El Call, one of the best-preserved Jewish Quarters in the world -Enjoy the informative narrative from your English speaking guide of these historic locations -Wander the narrow cobbled streets in your own time and admire the famous multi-colored houses on the riverbanks ✔ Walk along the old walls to see the city from the top ✔ Learn about the Cathedral of Girona which contains the widest Gothic nave of the world ✔ Visit the famous bridge designed by Gustave ✔ Discover the filming locations from the Game of Thrones series ✔ Free cancellation up to 24 hours

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

The tour packs in four hours two of the prettiest towns in Empordà region as well as a visit of a local winery. It is a perfect itinerary as a shore excursion from the port of Palamós because it offers a good insight of small medieval villages in the area less than half an hour away from the port.

On this tour we will walk through the streets of Força Vella, the walled enclosure of Girona, coinciding with the location of the Roman population. The Romans built it in the 1st century BC as a powerful fortress that ran along an almost triangular perimeter, a kind of acropolis.

Girona is one of the most interesting and medieval cities, that invites visitors to trace its more than 2000 years of history through two fortified enclosures and the Medieval Quarter, along the Onyar river. The highlights of Girona are rounded off by the impressive old Jewish Quarter or Call, with its beautiful streets and porticoed squares. It is one of the best preserved Jewish quarters in the world and clear evidence of the importance of the Jewish culture in Girona. Nor far away from Girona we can find the county town of Besalú , that constitutes a unique Jewish heritage site in Spain. In 1966 Besalú was declared a national historic-artistic site. With its twisting medieval streets adapted to the city’s orography, arches, steps, stone houses, the superb Romanesque bridge leading to the town center over the waters of the Fluvià river. . . Besalú still retains the charm of medieval times.

Explore the city of Girona and see some of the filming locations from the popular TV show, Game of Thrones, on this half-day, private tour from Barcelona. Follow your guide around Girona which has represented three important cities in the show: Bravoos, King's Landing, and Antigua. Learn about the real medieval history of the city from your guide and see where famous scenes from the show were filmed.

On this private, custom-made day trip to Girona, you get to call the shots. Visit the historic Arab Baths or Jewish Quarter, or take in landmarks like the 15th-century cathedral or Basilica of Sant Feliu. Personalize your itinerary, adapted to first-time visitors or return travelers. Tours include your own private guide and driver plus door-to-door transfers from Barcelona.