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Travel InformationTarragona Cruises, Spain
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Tarragona – a small city on the Costa Dorada – packs in more than its fair share of historic sites. An impressive 13 of them are UNESCO-listed, including a Roman amphitheatre that staged gladiator contests in the second century AD. So, if you’re into your history, you’ll have plenty to keep you busy in port. In between ticking off sights, you can stop for paella in one of the many seafood restaurants, wander around the yacht-packed marina, or kick back on the beach. The latter’s your typical Costa Dorada sweep, complete with honey-coloured sand and water that’s as clear as glass.
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Highlights of Tarragona
Explore Tarragona on this guided tour. It begins with a drive through the city – your guide will point out the sights as you drive by, before you get up close and personal with them on the walking tour. Your starting point will be the Old Town of Tarragona – it’s famous for its Medieval architecture and for playing host to one of the most important sites for Roman ruins in Spain. You’ll discover landmarks like the Portal del Roser – a gate set into the huge walls that frame the old town. The Tarragona Cathedral is the next stopping point – its architecture is a blend of Gothic and Romanesque style. This 13th-century monument provides a historical contrast to the next place on the tour, which takes you even further back in time to the Roman Circus. Here you’ll find an ancient amphitheatre that dates back to the second century. It used to host horse and chariot races which drew in thousands of spectators. Once you’ve finished taking in the views of the amphitheatre, you’ll head up to the Mediterranean Balcony, a viewpoint that looks out over the city and across the sea. It’s an ideal place to capture pictures – no filter necessary.
Reus & Cambrils
You’ll tick off two Tarragona towns today – Reus and Cambrils. Your guide will highlight the top sights, and you’ll have some free time to explore at each stop. The first town is Reus, the capital of the Tarragona province. It’s well-known for its brandy production and offers a real variety of things to see and do – like rock climbing, 19th-century buildings, and the Gaudi Centre, which is dedicated to the life of the world famous architect. From Reus, you’ll be driven to Cambrils. It’s home to a long, sandy beach, and is thought of as the Costa Dorada’s gastronomic capital. Cue dinky tapas bars where there’s no menu – staff just bring platters of croquettes, ham and cheeses to your table. Make sure you wash down your dishes with a jug of fruity sangria.
Tarragona Bike Tour
For a different way of exploring a port of call, try one of our bike tours. This way, you can really get to know a destination and see the places that bus tours can't reach. You'll be led around by a guide, who'll give you the lowdown on all the sights.