Tarragona travel guide
Tarragona Tourism | Tarragona Guide
You're Going to Love Tarragona
With a population of 140.323, Tarragona is a must-see destination in Catalonia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tarragona has to offer.
When to visit Tarragona
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tarragona in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 77 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Tarragona, with an average rainfall of 15 mm.
How to Get to Tarragona
Plane
When flying to Tarragona, you’ll arrive at Reus (REU), which is located 8 km from the city centre.
Train
Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Tarragona, followed by SNCF. The train journey from Tarragona to Girona takes 0h 39m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lleida, expect to pay about $15 for a 1h 05m trip. Located 8 km from the city centre, Tarragona Vila Seca is the busiest station in Tarragona. Another popular train station is Tarragona, located 0.6 km from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Tarragona is to pick up a car hire from Barcelona, which is about 83 km from Tarragona. You’ll find branches of Ok Mobility and Record Go, among others, in Barcelona.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tarragona, including ALSA, FlixBus and BlaBlaBus. From Perpignan, the bus ride to Tarragona takes 233 km and will cost you around $14. From Valencia, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 362 km. The most popular bus station is Tarragona Torreforta, located 3.1 km from the city centre of Tarragona. Tarragona La Floresta is also a commonly used station, and is 3 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Tarragona
Where to stay in Tarragona
From 5-star hotels such as the Gran Palas Hotel - Spa incluido to great affordable options like the Nuria, Tarragona offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $177 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Plaça De La Font and Hotel Pigal.
Where to stay in popular areas of Tarragona
Most booked hotels in Tarragona
Hiring a car in Tarragona
Expect to pay $2.73 per litre in Tarragona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.69 and $43.59. The most frequently booked car type in Tarragona is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.