10 Costa Brava Day Trips from Barcelona to Build a Day Around

1.Girona & Costa Brava Small-Group Tour with Pickup from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,955 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120Our pick

You’ll visit Girona’s Jewish Quarter, Roman walls, cathedral, and Arab Baths, then walk medieval Pals and coastal Calella de Palafrugell. Pickup and drop-off from Barcelona are included, with a maximum of eight people, free time for lunch, and guides such as Chema, Alex, Tony, and Manu leading the day.

“It was probably the BEST tour we've taken. Our Guide Manu was awesome, from the time he picked us up at our hotel until he dropped us off we felt like we were on an adventure! He had a wealth of knowledge that he shared about the region and could answer any question that was ask. The tour was well planned and the lunch stop was outstanding! Manu knew his way around the Townes that we visited, so we were able to see lots of interesting places. The extra stops were an added treat. We would highly recommend this tour!!”

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2.Montserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Guided Day Trip from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,128 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $133

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Barcelona to Montserrat, Girona, and Tossa de Mar with a multilingual guide. Expect a 12-hour day, guided entry at Montserrat, Girona’s cathedral and medieval quarter, Game of Thrones locations, and free time for lunch. Guides may include Roger, Lucas, Mateo, Bosco, or Carlos.

“Simon and Roger were great. Very knowledgeable about the local history and let us entertained throughout Montserrat needs more time Girona was ok The fort/ lighthouse at Tossa Del Mar is not for folks with challenges with mobility”

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3.Barcelona Costa Brava Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,872 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $102

Trade Barcelona for the Costa Brava on an eight-hour outing with guides such as Tete, Marc, Rene, and Gerard. Paddle from San Pol Beach beneath the Camino de Ronda, enter sea caves, snorkel among fish and octopus, and choose from several cliff-jump heights. Transport, equipment, insurance, and a sandwich lunch are included.

“Had so much fun! Snorkeling and kayaking were a blast ! Cliff jumping was also really amazing. ! Highly recommend Henry!”

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4.Costa Brava Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,391 reviews · 8 hours · from $100

Spend a full day on the Costa Brava, paddling through coves and caves, snorkeling rocky reefs, and making optional low cliff jumps. Guides such as Sergio, René, Marc, and Tete lead the activities, help beginners, and often take photos. Round-trip transport, equipment, lunch, and injury insurance are included.

“Reschedule to the hiking due to weather， but never gonna regret it on the tour to Costa Brava！Great view with the guidance of Tete. Nice people，hard working and doing job with his heart. And the lunch is great！Happy cliff jumping with courage for the first jump！ Waiting for the happy pics. Will be back for kayawking again”

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5.Costa Brava Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,784 reviews · from $68

Travel from Barcelona to Platja d’Aro for a four-hour kayak and snorkel outing along the Costa Brava. Your English-speaking guides, including guides such as Donny, Santi, Mara, or Dani depending on the departure, provide equipment, instruction, water, and a picnic. Expect caves, coves, fish, free beach time, and possibly an optional cliff jump.

“had the best time ever, costa brava is THE place to go to. met nice people, got to swim in a beautiful, warm turquoise water, just be mindful of the jellyfishes ahah. this activity allowed me to reconnect with nature and to be grateful of how beautiful our earth is. the landscapes i got to discover were absolutely breathtaking. the instructor was very nice and had perfectly clear instructions. would definitely recommend, worth the price !”

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6.Montserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,455 reviews · 11.5 hours · from $129

This 11.5-hour World Experience tour takes you from Barcelona to Montserrat, Girona, and Tossa de Mar. Expect an air-conditioned bus, English or Spanish guidance, a guided basilica visit, Girona’s old quarter, and a short Costa Brava stop. Guides may include Lucas, Roger, Carlos, or Matteo, with smaller groups of up to 25 people on site.

“Nothing to be improved !!!! Our time guides Isabel and Roger were just amazing !!!”

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7.Costa Brava Day Tour with Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,279 reviews · 9 hours · from $67

Leave Barcelona by air-conditioned bus for Lloret de Mar, then cruise the cliffs to Tossa de Mar. You’ll get a guided walk through Tossa’s medieval old town, free time for lunch and the beach, and help from guides such as Monica and Sam. It is a full 9-hour day with Spanish and English guiding, plus multilingual audio.

“A fantastic day from start to finish and our guide, Sam, was a great lad, very informative and gave the personal touch by chatting to each individually. Overall a fantastic day and good value for money.”

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8.Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour From Barcelona with Paella!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,098 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Travel from Barcelona in a small, English-speaking group to medieval Pals, seaside Calella de Palafrugell, and historic Girona. You get guided walks, free time, coastal views, and optional seafood paella. Guides such as Sergio, Marta, Nuri, and Jaime are known for adding useful local color. Expect a long day with about four hours on the road.

“Rod was such a great guide. He gave us so much history of Costa Brava, Pals and Girona. Recommended an amazing place for tapas also. He was very personable and funny also!”

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9.Sea Caves Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,060 reviews · 2 hours · from $40Best value

Paddle from Sant Pol into S’Agaró Bay with a small group of up to 14 people, visiting sea caves, rocky coves, and channels before a 20-minute snorkel stop. Guides such as Xevi, Lluc, Ayoub, and Naia add local stories, safety help, and humor. No kayaking experience is needed, but you must be able to swim.

“A fun trip for the family, we loved both the cayak-paddling and the snorkeling. Laura is the best guide!”

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10.Barcelona and Antoni Gaudí’s Work Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 159 reviews · from $65

Travel by bus from key Costa Brava towns to Barcelona for a full day of Gaudí, city landmarks, and hilltop views. Your guide explains La Sagrada Familia and Casa Batlló, with service in English, Spanish, Dutch, French, or German. Manuel has earned praise for his patient, clear guiding.

“Lady guide lovely and great to see everything, pity no more stops at the places but not enough time in the day I understand that, just to get photos even though would be great as out the window is rubbish! great value and information though yes.”

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