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Get in

Tarragona is on the main '''train''' line between Barcelona (1 hrs) and Alicante (2-3hrs), and also on the main line between Barcelona and Madrid (4 hrs). Note that it's best to buy train tickets a few days ahead during the high season to avoid getting stuck in one place. However, you always have the chance to take a stop-train, which is reasonable when coming from Barcelona (it takes basically the same time). Tarragona also has an airport close in Reus. Reus is mainly served by charter flights and Ryanair. Ryanair calls the destination Reus-Barcelona but it really is the airport of Tarragona.

Get around

All of Tarragona's sites are within '''walking distance''' of the train station. '''Taxis''' and '''local trains''' can take you further.

See

  • '''Tarraco''' UNESCO World Heritage Site complex of Roman ruins including colosseum.
  • '''Universitat Rovira i Virgili'''
  • The '''beaches''' are north of town. Avoid pollution from the town's larger '''shipping port''' (one of the biggest in Spain) by walking a ways up the beach. There is a nice walk following the shoreline, about 6-7 km long, where you will find the five main beaches and several smaller ones.
  • Churches
  • Plazas
  • '''Museum of Archeology'''
  • Casc antic (old part of the city)
  • Major Events

  • Tarragona International Dixieland Festival. he week before Holy Week, end of march. he unique Dixieland festival in Spain and one of the most important in Europe: 25 bands and 100 concerts.

  • Tarragona International Fireworks Displays Competition. irst week of July . The most important fireworks contest in the Mediterranean area is held every first week of July in Tarragona, in a wonderful bay -Punta del Miracle-, a place praised by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi. The competition selects six international pyrotechnic companies every year.

  • Santa Tecla Festival. etween 15th and 23rd September. One of the most important Spanish traditional festival, between 15th and 23rd September. It has been celebrated since 1321 and it has been considered of national touristic interest by Spanish government. Human towers, historical parades and fireworks are some of the main activities. </do>

  • Tarragona Cultura Contemporania (TCC). ttp://www.webtcc.org. ctober to April. Concerts, films in Original version, Theatre... L'associacio cultural Anima't since 1994 produced a cultural program in Tarragona under the label of Tarragona Cultura Contemporania (TCC) together a program of music and films in original version of the October to April.

    Do

    There are not a lot of organized outdoor activities in Tarragona beyond '''strolling''' through the town, '''swimming''' at the beaches, and '''people watching''' in the plazas. One of the most beautiful parts of Tarragona is the old streets (Casc Antic), the ones near the cathedral, do not miss them.

    There is a cultural agenda [http://queferatarragona.blogspot.com]

    Buy

    There are many interesting shops along the Rambla Nova and in the streets around it, as well as in the old part of the city. A lot of typical Catalan stuff can be bought there.

    Eat

    Tarragona has a number of small bars, restaurants, and cafes serving the usual selection of tapas, bocadillos (sandwiches), and local seafood dishes. The best area to browse for tapas and full meals is from The Placa de la Font along the Carrer Major up to the Cathedral, with Carrer Nau and the Placa del Rei and Placa del Forum particularly worthwhile.

    The Serrallo neighbourhood near the fishing harbour has some excellent fish and seafood restaurants, which are particularly popular for Sunday lunch. There is a market hall just off the Rambla Nova in the middle of town where the basics of a good picnic can be bought cheaply.

    Drink

    The nicest place to spend and evening is in one of Tarragona's many plazas with a glass of beer and plate of tapas. At night if you want to have some drinks and dance you should go to "El Port" (the port), there are a lot of pubs and dance locals there.

    Sleep

  • '''Xanascat''' the National Network of [http://www.xanascat.cat Youth Hostels] for all of Catalonia.
  • '''Hotel Ciutat de Tarragona''', Placa Imperial Tarraco 5, tel: +34 977250999 / [http://www.hotelciutatdetarragona.com] / e-mail= hoteltgn@sbgrup.com.Modern and centrally located, the best option for business trips, a romantic escapade or to enjoy the beaches and Port Aventura with all your family. Free WI-FI connection in all rooms and common areas, splendid reunion salons and a wide range of Tarragona_fs rich gastronomy. Conveniences for a warm stay, private garage, gim, sauna and solarium terrace with pool.
  • '''Hotel SB Express Tarragona''', Placa de les Corts Catalanes 4 , tel: +34 977221050 / [http://www.hotelexpresstarragona.com] / e-mail= ssalas@sbgrup.com.Located at the beginning of the Rambla of Tarragona, near Hospital Joan XXIII, with very easy access to the most important roads, beaches and to Port Aventura. Private garage. Modern, comfortable and functional hotel, spacious rooms suitable for families. Free WI-FI connections in all rooms and common areas. Cafeteria, reunion salons and car rental office.
  • '''Hotel Corona Tortosa''', Placa Corona Arago s/n , tel: +34 977580433 / [http://www.hotelcoronatortosa.com] / e-mail= mrvillaubi@sbgrup.com. Easy to find and appreciate, the variety of services of the Hotel Corona Tortosa will satisfy your espectations.Free WI-FI connection in all rooms and common areas, splendid reunion salons and a wide range of Ebro's rich gastronomy. The subtropical garden and the splendid swimming pool are the perfect places to combine relaxation with entertainment.
  • The tourist offices at Carrer Fortuny in the New Town and Carrer Major in the Casc Antic can point you to hotel rooms at any budget.

    Stay safe

    Be careful if you choose to visit the night clubs of the Puerto Deportivo alone, especially if you are a guy. Foreign visitors have been robbed there.

    Get out

  • The nearby holiday resort of Salou is a popular destination.
  • '''Port Aventura''' One of Europe's largest amusement parks.