Girona travel guide
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You're Going to Love Girona
With a population of 96,188, Girona is a must-see destination in Catalonia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Girona has to offer.
Where to Eat in Girona
If you’re looking for affordable options, La Vedette (Carrer de la Barca, 17) and Nomo Girona (Pujada de la Mercè, 10) are great picks.
When to visit Girona
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Girona in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 83 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Girona, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.
How to Get to Girona
Plane
When flying to Girona, you’ll arrive at Girona Costa Brava (GRO), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Girona is to pick up a car hire from Barcelona, which is about 53 miles from Girona. You’ll find branches of Record go and NIZACARS , among others, in Barcelona.
Airlines serving Girona
Where to stay in Girona
Average rates range from around $247 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $458 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include BYPILLOW Erba and Hostel Bed in Girona.
Where to stay in popular areas of Girona
Most booked hotels in Girona
Hiring a car in Girona
Hiring a car in Girona costs $92 per day, on average, or $460 if you want to hire it for 5 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Barcelona-El Prat.
Expect to pay $3.94 per litre in Girona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $47.22 and $62.95. The most frequently booked car type in Girona is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.