Girona Old Town
Girona, Spain
A compact old town of stepped lanes, a hilltop cathedral and the colourful houses facing the Onyar river. Walk the medieval walls for views over the rooftops; the centre is small and best done on foot.
Girona's old town is compact and easy to explore on foot; a day is enough for the highlights. You reach the cathedral by a broad flight of 90 steps. Along the River Onyar stand tall, colourful houses that are reflected in the water and are among the best-known sights of the city; their present colour scheme dates from 1982.
El Call was the Jewish quarter in the Middle Ages; it lasted until the expulsion of the Jews in 1492 and was then sealed off and built over. Today its narrow lanes invite a leisurely stroll, and archaeological finds can be seen in the museum of Jewish history. The Passeig de la Muralla, the path along the city walls, offers views over the rooftops; the eastern sections of the walls were rebuilt between 1983 and 2003. Allow roughly one to two hours for the wall walk.
- Nearest town
- Girona, Spain
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 41.9840, 2.8260
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Area Autocaravanes Vayreda La DevesaMotorhome stopover1 km from Girona Old TownMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
- Area d’autocaravanes de Caldes de MalavellaMotorhome stopover16 km from Girona Old Town · 5 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalFree
- El LlacCampsite17 km from Girona Old Town · 300 pitches
- La Bisbal d'EmpordaMotorhome stopover18 km from Girona Old Town · 4 pitchesMotorhomesToiletsWaste disposalFree
- Fang AventuraCampsite18 km from Girona Old TownWi-Fi
- Càmping L'AlguerCampsite24 km from Girona Old TownTents
All campsites in Spain · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Girona Old Town?
Girona Old Town is in Girona, Spain, at GPS 41.9840, 2.8260. It is about 16 km from Banyoles.
Can you camp near Girona Old Town?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Area Autocaravanes Vayreda La Devesa, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 31 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Girona Old Town?
Places worth a stop nearby: Besalú (26 km), Empúries (29 km), Santa Margarida volcano (30 km) and Dalí Theatre-Museum (33 km).
When is the best time to visit Girona Old Town?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)