City walls walkway Girona

This walkway was restored over many years by the city council and you can now walk the entire way from Pedret in the north to Placa Catalunya in the centre, a distance of some 3 kms. It is a really good way to get an overall feel for Girona and it's most interesting part, the Old Town or "Barri Vell" in Catalan. The views of the Cathedral and Sant Feliu church (currently being restored) are fabulous as well as many other old and historic buildings which are much easier to see from the height of the walkway than when you are in the narrow streets below. There are some well shaded gardens along the border of the Cathedral which is an excellent place for a rest as there are parts of this walk which involve climbing stairs or going uphill for some distance. Once you reach the highest point the panorama is well worth the effort with the city in the foreground and then the Pyrenees form the backdrop with France just beyond. You will also pass above the Senate building and Library of the University of Girona nestled between the walls and the old converted church of La Merce. If you start at the Pedret end then when you finish in the Placa Catalunya there are plenty of cafes with terraces for a rest and a drink or ice cream before heading off for a closer view of all those narrow streets in the "Barri Vell".

Temps de Flors/Girona Flower Festival

Temps de Flors 10-18 May 2008 This is when Girona is truly at it's most beautiful but at the price of being crowded. This Flower Festival has been run for over 50 years and has developed a big following from all over Catalonia and the world. The weather is usually lovely and warm without being the oppressive heat of the summer months and since the whole Old Town is strictly pedestrianized some exercise is involved in following the signs to all the patios, churches, gardens and houses open to the public. The best time to look around is early morning before the crowds or from 2-4pm when many people are having lunch or a siesta or both. Everything is free with the only restriction being the queues that form outside the main sites such as the Cathedral, Arab Baths and some of the smaller Churches. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants with tables outside where you can take a break and absorb the atmosphere.

Top 10 things to do in Girona town:

1-Take the tourist train around town. Its a comfortable way to get an overall feel for Girona and the kids love it! 2-Walk around the Old Town and explore the Cathedral, Arab Baths, Jewish Quarter and Museum. 3- Walk along the roman walls and explore the gardens behind the Cathedral-relaxing and fun. 4- Find a cafe/restaurant along the Rambla or Plaza de Independencia to sit outside on the terrace and watch the world go by. 5- Visit the covered market and buy some fish or meat and vegetables from the little old ladies that sit around the outside of the building. 6- Window-shop along the Rambla, Carrer Nou and Santa Clara where all the trendy boutiques are located. 7- Take in an exhibition at the Fontana D'Or (Caixa de Girona) or La Caixa where exhibitions change on a regular basis. 8- Rent a bike and cycle around the Devesa Park and along the bike paths next to the Rivers Ter and Onyar. 9- Take in a concert at the Auditori, La Mercé or Sunset Jazz Club. 10- Enjoy some good food at one of the wide choice of restaurants here in Girona (see Top 10 Restaurant list). See map for details: