Excursions around Cadaqués: historical walking route through one of the most beautiful villages of Girona
Are you planning a visit to Cadaqués?
If so, surely you are looking forward to knowing its history and getting lost in its streets.
But, although wandering aimlessly and on your own has its charm, in the end you always have the feeling that you are leaving something behind … And that you do not get to fully know the essence of the place.
So our recommendation is that you take advantage of one or two days to hire our excursions in Cadaqués. In this way, you can really get to know one of the most beautiful towns on the Costa Brava.
In Girona Tour we have developed a historical walking route through Cadaqués, in which a guide will show you the most important and picturesque places, which are part of the history of this town.
Do you want to anticipate what awaits you on this tour?
We show you!
Are you looking for excursions in Cadaqués? Take a look at our historical walking route
Are you one of those who like to know well the places you visit and immerse yourself fully in their history? Without a doubt, this way of traveling makes the experience much more enriching.
Well, that’s exactly what awaits you if you hire our historic route.
Stay tuned to the points of interest that we are going to show you!
1. Plaça del Doctor Trèmol
We start the route with a first stop in one of its main squares.
A look around will allow us to enjoy the typical picture of a Mediterranean coastal town. And, of course, it promises us a most interesting tour.
2. Carrer des Call
Strolling down this street, in the historic center of Cadaqués, will take you back in time.
We will go up this narrow street, with a typical cobblestone, that will lead us to our next stop.
But do not get lost and take a good look at the road.
Because it is possible that you saw the odd siren …
What is this about the mermaid? You will have to discover it yourself if you come. Because each of its streets has a “detail” or a special story.
3. Viewpoint next to the Town Hall
Once we reach the highest point of the town, we will come across a viewpoint that gives us beautiful views of the Bay of Cadaqués and the beautiful fishermen’s houses.
You will be able to better appreciate the shape of this bay that was a natural refuge for boats when sea conditions were not favorable.
4. Esglesia Santa Maria de Cadaqués
We arrive at the church of Santa María, a beautiful construction in which we can appreciate both Gothic and Baroque touches.
Do you want a fun fact about this church?
We give you several.
Picasso and Dalí, among other famous painters, represented this church in some of their works. As a source of inspiration for such renowned artists, many professional and amateur painters visit Cadaqués to “portray” this church.
Inside the church, you will be amazed at the sight of the altar that dates back to 1727 and was the brainchild of Pau Costa. It is an altar dedicated to the patron virgin of the town: La mare de Deu de l’Esperança.
5. Streets and corners of Cadaqués
After seeing the church, we continue the route to lose ourselves through those narrow and labyrinthine streets that during the 60s and 70s attracted so many tourists, especially bohemians and artists. Today, although these types of visitors continue to come, they are not the only ones who come.
During this part of the excursion through Cadaqués we will tell you the stories that its corners harbor.
We will see fishermen’s houses and more modernist buildings, from the time when the local inhabitants who had gone to Cuba to make their fortune, returned to their hometown with riches.
Of course, you will not leave without a good repertoire of photos of special places.
6. Lookout
We will pass through another of the most popular viewpoints to contemplate the views of the city.
And we will continue exploring the most picturesque places in Cadaqués.
7. Platja Gran
To finish the tour, we will go along the promenade on a pleasant walk to feel the caress of the gentle sea breeze.
Local guide.
Plaça frederic rahola, 17488 Cadaqués, Girona
Girona Tour will follow the covid measures in force at all times.
Is the historical route for you?
This excursion through Cadaqués is created for all audiences, and it has a duration of an hour and a half.
Of course, we recommend that you wear comfortable clothes, a cap, sunscreen and a mobile phone on top to take memorable photos.
Other excursion options in Cadaqués
If you have not had enough with this route, many of our clients also additionally hire other of our routes to make the most of the experience.
Boat trip through Cadaqués
End your visit to Cadaqués with a different experience.
In Girona Tour we offer you a relaxing boat trip through the bay to see Cadaqués from the sea and discover its hidden coves.
Do you want more information about the boat trip?
Visit to the Salvador Dalí house-museum
If you are in Cadaqués, the place where the famous painter Salvador Dalí lived, you cannot miss out on visiting his house-museum.
This visit is the perfect complement to do together with the other two excursions.
Do you want more information about the visit to the Salvador Dalí house-museum?
Visit one of the most beautiful places on the Costa Brava
If you don’t want to leave Cadaqués without knowing it as it deserves, book one or more of our tours (you already know that you can combine them).
It is the perfect occasion to learn about the history, culture and secret corners of one of the most beautiful towns on the Costa Brava.
And all from the hand of a guide who will make the ride much more entertaining and special.
Enjoy the excursion through Cadaqués and don’t worry about anything
At Girona Tour we strive to comply with the anti-covid security measures:
- Our guides wear a mask. In addition, all tourists who sign up for this tour must bring it as well.
- We control the temperature of all participants when starting the activity.
- We have hydroalcoholic gel for our tourists to apply it at any time during the excursion through Cadaqués.
- We ensure that a safe distance is maintained at all times.
- Our groups are small.
With all this, you will not have to worry about anything, so you can enjoy your visit to the fullest.
We wait you in Cadaqués
Add Cadaqués to your list of beautiful towns in Catalonia to visit and escape to this charming place.
And if you are thinking of hiring tours of Cadaqués, count on us to be part of this experience.
You will not regret it!
Location
How to get to the Girona Tour meeting point
The starting point of “Girona Tour: Guided Visits and Tours in Girona | Gironatour.com” is located in the heart of Plaça de Catalunya, 17004 Girona. Although depending on the visit the meeting point may vary.
You will find us right next to the Gelateria La Gioconda ice cream parlor.
A 4-minute walk from the Jardines de la Muralla and a 3-minute walk from the Girona City Hall building.
1 minute walk from the Cadaqués Casino Bar