Is Tarragona worth a day visit?

Yes. The seaside amphitheatre, Roman circus, walls and old town fit in one day, with time for a swim at the Miracle or Arrabassada beaches.

What pairs well with Tarragona?

Costa Daurada beaches, Sitges (30 min by car), modernista Reus or a Priorat wine route. In winter, a calçotada feast in Valls.

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Tarragona

Roman heritage by the Mediterranean

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Why visit

Tarragona is ancient Roman Tarraco, a UNESCO site: a seaside amphitheatre, circus, walls and some of the Costa Daurada's best beaches.

Overview

A UNESCO World Heritage Roman city: amphitheater, walls, aqueduct and golden beaches of the Costa Daurada.

What to see

Roman amphitheater
Les Ferreres aqueduct
Sitges & Cambrils
Priorat wines

Visitor tips

Get the joint 'Tarraco Romana' ticket to visit amphitheatre, circus, forum and walls at a better price. Walk the Passeig Arqueològic at sunset, when the walls are lit. Pair Roman sights with the Miracle beaches. Don't miss the calçot feast in winter.

How to get there

Rodalies R14/R16 from Barcelona-Sants (1 h 30). High-speed AVE to Camp de Tarragona (35 min). By car on AP-7.

Best time to visit

May–June and September. The Tarraco Viva festival in May recreates Roman life in the streets.

Nearby

Beaches & coves

Barcelona

Catalan gastronomy

Frequently asked questions

Is Tarragona worth a day visit?: Yes. The seaside amphitheatre, Roman circus, walls and old town fit in one day, with time for a swim at the Miracle or Arrabassada beaches.
What pairs well with Tarragona?: Costa Daurada beaches, Sitges (30 min by car), modernista Reus or a Priorat wine route. In winter, a calçotada feast in Valls.