A very charming city
Girona is a city with a rich history and cultural heritage, offering its visitors the chance to explore its ancient walls, admire its impressive Gothic cathedral and immerse yourself in its vibrant cultural and music scene .
Girona Cathedral is an impressive example of Catalan Gothic architecture. Built between the 14th and 15th centuries, it has a spectacular Gothic nave and a bell tower that offers panoramic views of the city. It is an essential visit for those interested in the history and architecture of the region.
The Girona wall is one of the best preserved fortifications in Europe. Built in Roman times and enlarged in later centuries, it offers the opportunity to walk on it and admire impressive views of the city and its surroundings. It is a place of great historical importance and a tourist icon of Girona.
The Jewish quarter of Girona, also known as Call, is one of the best preserved medieval quarters in Europe. Famous for its narrow streets and historic buildings, the Call is a place steeped in history and culture. Visitors can tour the Jewish History Museum, which offers detailed information on the life of the Jewish community in Girona.
Girona has a wide variety of museums that offer an enriching cultural experience. Among these we find the Girona History Museum or the Cinema Museum. However, the Dalí Museum, located in Figueres, a few kilometers from Girona, is one of the most popular and prominent museums in the region, displaying a vast collection of the work of the world-renowned artist Salvador Dalí.
Girona and its surroundings are known for its vibrant music scene and for hosting various music festivals throughout the year. The Strenes Festival brings new musical proposals that turn emblematic places of the city into stages. The Cap Roig Festival, held in the Cap Roig Botanical Gardens in summer, is another popular event that features a varied line-up of music from around the world.
Girona is known for its active theater scene and the celebration of several theater festivals throughout the year. The Temporada Alta Festival, held in autumn, presents a varied program of theatre, dance and music, and attracts artists and companies from all over the world. Another popular festival is the Girona Amateur Theater Festival, which offers an opportunity for local theater groups to present their productions.