Barcelona Airport to Girona: Private day trip
Private ride with a local driver
5hRound tripPrivate driver
About your trip
Cross Catalonia’s interior to medieval Girona, featuring the grand cathedral steps, well preserved Jewish quarter, and pastel houses overlooking the Onyar River. A single destination approach ensures time to roam the city walls and storied alleys.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Barcelona Airport whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Expect 1 to 1.5 hours each way from the airport. Spend four hours climbing the cathedral tower, exploring the old quarter, and sampling local xuxos pastries. A private driver ensures a direct route with no train needed, an ideal historical city experience.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Girona should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$84
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$252
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Barcelona Airport
You choose the pickup spot. Girona
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 2 hours - admission not included
Main attractions
- Girona Cathedral — its single Gothic nave is the widest in the world; the treasury holds the 11th-century Tapestry of Creation, a remarkable Romanesque textile
- The Jewish Quarter (El Call) is one of the best-preserved medieval Jewish neighborhoods in Europe; the Museum of Jewish History tells its story with artifacts and documentation
- The city walls (2km of walkable ramparts) give panoramic views across rooftops to the Pyrenean foothills
- The Onyar riverfront houses — painted in ochre, yellow and terracotta — are the backdrop to Girona's most photographed vista
What to eat
- Xuixo — a cream-filled fried pastry unique to Girona, said to have been invented here in 1920 — from any bakery in the old town; El Celler de Can Roca (three Michelin stars) is nearby for those who plan ahead months in advance
Back to Barcelona Airport
We’ll take you back to your starting point.Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
A focused single-stop visit gives you time to explore Girona properly without rushing, including the cathedral, walls, riverfront, and a meal. If you want to add another Catalan town to your itinerary, longer routes from Barcelona Airport are also available.
For the cathedral and museums, booking ahead online is recommended in peak season to skip ticket lines. The city walls and most of the Jewish Quarter are free to walk. If you plan to dine at a high-end restaurant in or near Girona, those reservations should be made well in advance.
Girona sits about 60 miles (97 km) north of Barcelona Airport. The drive typically takes around 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes each way depending on traffic, making it one of the easiest day trips for travelers landing in Barcelona with luggage in tow.
Yes, Girona's compact historic center is very walkable, though you'll want comfortable shoes for the cobblestones and the steps up to the cathedral and city walls. Most main attractions sit within a 15-minute walk of each other, so you can cover a lot of ground in a half-day visit.
Yes. Girona offers a completely different feel from Barcelona, with intact Roman and medieval architecture, fewer crowds, and a slower pace. Fans of "Game of Thrones" will recognize the cathedral steps as a filming location, and food lovers can sample dishes from the region that helped shape modern Catalan cuisine.
Walk the 2-km medieval city walls, climb the steps to Girona Cathedral, and wander the well-preserved Jewish Quarter (El Call). Photograph the pastel houses along the Onyar River, visit the Museum of Jewish History, and stroll the cobbled alleys of the old town. Most highlights sit within easy walking distance of each other.
Don't leave without trying a xuixo, the cream-filled fried pastry said to have been invented in Girona in 1920. Bakeries throughout the old town serve them fresh. The city also has a strong Catalan dining scene, with tapas bars, cafes, and several acclaimed restaurants tucked into the historic center.
Spring and early fall offer the most comfortable weather for walking the city walls and exploring on foot. Summer can be quite hot, so plan early mornings or late afternoons outdoors. May brings the Temps de Flors flower festival, when courtyards and monuments across the old town are filled with floral displays.
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