GIRONA: THE CITY OF «GAME OF THRONES» 

Just an hour away from Barcelona and it is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. If you walk through the alleys, you will feel like you are playing in “Game of Thrones”. The colorful houses, the three rivers that run through the city, the neoclassical styles in the buildings, the Roman walls, the medieval influences, the warmth of the locals and the awesome food make up an excellent puzzle of images, aromas and tastes.

Currency: Euro

Calling Code: +34

Nearest airports from city center: Girona Airport (15km), Perpignan Airport (100km), Barcelona Airport (115km), Beziers Airport (197km).

TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING

*** GIRONA CATHEDRAL (Pl. de la Catedral, s/n, 17004 Girona)

It is the city’s landmark monument and most tourists recognize it because it was also a landmark for ‘Game of Thrones’. The Roman Catholic cathedral dates back to the 11th century, when its construction began.

*** PASSEIG DE LA MURALLA

A visit to the ancient city walls of Girona is a must. The original fortification was built by the Romans in the 1st century BC.

*** EIFFEL BRIDGE (Carrer del Riu Onyar, 17004 Girona)

It was opened in 1877 and is one of the landmark bridges of Girona and Spain.

*** ESGLESIA DE SANT FELIU (Carrer Trasfigueres, 4, 17004 Girona)

It is one of the most beautiful churches and is dedicated to Saint Felix. See the sarcophagi dating back to the 3rd century. The church began to be built in the 12th century.

*** THE MUSEUM OF JEWISH HISTORY (Carrer de la Força, 8, 17004 Girona)

Its history begins in the 12th century. The Jewish Synagogue is a former Jewish church and one of the most important museums in the city.

*** CINEMA MUSEUM (Carrer de la Sèquia, 1, 17001 Girona)

If you want to experience the world of cinema and the objects that have been used in famous films, then you are in the right place.

*** PUJADA DE SANT DOMENEC

It is one of the most photographed spots in the city. walk up the steps leading to the monastery of San Marti and Casa Palau Agullana and see the historic arch.

*** GIRONA ART MUSEUM (Pujada de la Catedral, 12, 17004 Girona)

If you are an art lover, then you should definitely visit the museum to see masterpieces of Catalan culture.

***  RAMBLA DE LA LIBERTAD

Browse the arcades, enjoy the alleys that will take you back to ancient times, shop in the wonderful traditional shops, sit down to eat and travel back to the 13th century.

*** GIRONA HISTORY MUSEUM (Carrer de la Força, 27, 17004 Girona)

If you want to learn everything about the history of the city, then you are in the right place.

ΤΗINGS TO DO

*** CaixaForum Girona is one of the city’s most notable museums.

*** Museu d’Arqueologia de Catalunya-Girona is another place worth visiting if you want to learn about the History of Catalonia and the city.

*** Sant Pere de Galligants is a monastery worth visiting.

*** Patronat Call de Girona! Walk through the alleys of a wonderful medieval area.

*** Onyar River is one of the most photographed spots in the city.

FOOD AND DRINK

Taste the local paella, croquettes and tapas, try the patatas bravas and jamon iberico, ask for the gazpacho soup or fideua which is similar to paella and eat grilled red shrimp and chipones. Classic traditional foods of Girona are Arròs de Pals, Botifarra dolça and Patates d’Olot. It goes without saying that chorizo and tortilla de patatas should be on your menu, as are crema catalana and churros for dessert. Drink cava, wine and traditional beers, while we would suggest you to drink Horchata as well.

WHERE TO STAY

You can find relatively good value hotels in the city center and in Old Town. However, there are hotels in every neighborhood of the city for all budgets.

FUN AND SHOPPING

*** Espai Gironès is one of the places worth visiting for your shopping.

*** Parc Comercial Mas Gri is yet another place to do your shopping

*** In the old town you can shop whatever you want.

*** Rambla de la Llibertad is yet another place for your shopping.

*** Ultònia, Calvet i Rubalcaba, Cort Reial and Argenteria are among the most important streets for your shopping.

*** Plaza de Catalunya you will also find shops.

HOW TO GET AROUND

The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bus.

CITIES NEAR GIRONA

Major cities close to Girona are Barcelona (94km), Tarragona (189km), Montpellier (249km), Toulouse (306km), Zaragoza (374km) and Marseille (408km).

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