Good to know
Good to Know
- Cathedral admission includes access to the Treasury Museum with the famous 11th-century Tapestry of Creation—one of the best-preserved medieval tapestries in Europe.
- The Jewish Quarter (El Call) is free to wander but consider paying for the Museum of Jewish History for deeper historical context and artifacts.
- Museum hours shift dramatically by season; plan visits for May–September to access extended hours (typically 7pm closing).
- The combo ticket for Cathedral/Basilica/Art Museum costs €12 and is the most economical option if you want to visit all three sites.
- Dress respectfully when visiting the Cathedral, as it remains an active place of worship.
- Free walking routes include the entire city wall perimeter (Passeig de la Muralla) and all streets within the medieval Jewish Quarter.
- The Old Hospital's pharmacy is exceptional—one of southern Europe's best-preserved 18th-century medicinal spaces—but only accessible via the Art Museum.
Museums
Girona Art Museum
- Hours
- Summer (July–August): Mon–Sat 10am–7pm, Sun/holidays 10am–2pm; Rest of year: Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun/holidays 10am–2pm
- Location
- Former Episcopal Palace
- Admission
- €6.00
- Description
- Region's largest art collection with over 8,000 items spanning Romanesque to 20th-century Catalan art, including altar pieces, Renaissance paintings, and Baroque artifacts.
Museum of Jewish History
- Hours
- Summer (July–August): Mon–Sat 10am–7pm, Sun/holidays 10am–2pm; Rest of year: Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun/holidays 10am–2pm
- Location
- Building of former 15th-century synagogue
- Admission
- €6.00
- Description
- Exhibits on medieval Jewish communities in Catalonia with manuscripts, illuminated books, and artifacts detailing Girona's rich Jewish heritage.
Cinema Museum (Museu Del Cinema)
- Hours
- Summer (July–August): Tue–Sat 10am–7pm, Sun 10am–2pm; Rest of year: Tue–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–2pm
- Location
- Casa de les Aigües (House of Water)
- Admission
- €5.00
- Description
- History of cinema with shadow theatre puppetry, early moving images, vintage cameras, and objects from the Tomàs Mallol Collection.
Archaeology Museum
- Hours
- Summer (May–September): Tue–Sat 10am–7pm, Sun/holidays 10am–2pm; Rest of year: Tue–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun/holidays 10am–2pm
- Location
- Monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants
- Admission
- €7.00
- Description
- One of Catalonia's oldest museums with archaeological finds from prehistory to the Middle Ages, housed in a 12th-century Benedictine Abbey with Gothic and Romanesque cloisters.
Old Hospital of Santa Caterina (Antiguo Hospital De Santa Catalina)
- Hours
- As per Art Museum hours
- Admission
- Included with Art Museum entry
- Description
- Managed by the Art Museum; houses one of Europe's best-preserved hospital pharmacies from the 18th century with 300+ glazed ceramic jars and medical treatises.
Must See Sites
Girona Cathedral (Catedral De Girona)
- Hours
- 10am–6:30pm (April–June), 10am–7:30pm (July–August), 10am–6:30pm (September–October), 10am–5:30pm (November–March)
- Includes
- Cathedral, cloisters, and Cathedral Treasury Museum with religious artworks and 11th-century Tapestry of Creation
- Admission
- €7.50
- Description
- Baroque-façaded gothic cathedral built between the 11th and 18th centuries, featuring the widest Gothic nave in the world and a Romanesque cloister.
Medieval City Walls (Passeig De La Muralla)
- Hours
- Accessible year-round
- Admission
- Free
- Description
- Restored ancient Roman and medieval fortifications wrapping around the old town with walkable perimeter offering panoramic views.
Jewish Quarter (El Call)
- Hours
- Open year-round
- Admission
- Free to explore streets
- Description
- One of the best-preserved medieval Jewish quarters in Europe, dating to the 12th–15th centuries, featuring a maze of cobbled alleyways and historic streets.
Basilica De Sant Feliu
- Admission
- €7.50
- Note
- Combo ticket available with Cathedral and Art Museum
- Description
- Former cathedral (10th century) featuring gothic nave and baroque façade with a tall bell tower built between the 14th and 16th centuries.
Arab Baths (Banys ÀRabs De Girona)
- Hours
- Variable by season; typically 10am–6:30pm or later
- Admission
- €3.50
- Description
- Romanesque-style public baths built in 1194, inspired by Roman and Arab traditions, with four areas including changing room with octagonal pool.
Onyar River Viewpoints
- Hours
- Open year-round
- Admission
- Free
- Description
- Iconic riverside views with stacked rainbow-colored houses reflecting in the water, best captured from bridges like Pont de les Peixateries Velles (Eiffel Bridge).
Passes And Practical Tips
Cathedral/Basilica/Art Museum Combo
- Cost
- €12
- Type
- Combo Ticket
- Includes
- Girona Cathedral, Basilica de Sant Feliu, and Girona Art Museum
- Note
- Available via official website and GetYourGuide (may be cheaper on GetYourGuide)
Best times to visit popular sites
- Description
- Arrive at the Cathedral before 9am to avoid crowds and capture photos on the famous 90 steps without queues.
Free exploration
- Description
- Cathedral grounds, small plazas around the old town, city wall perimeter, Jewish Quarter streets, and Onyar riverbanks are free to explore. La Devesa Gardens (one of Catalonia's largest urban parks) is free and a 10-minute walk from the historic quarter.
Seasonal hours vary
- Description
- Many museums have extended summer hours (July–August) and reduced hours in winter. Always verify hours before visiting, especially November–March.
Game of Thrones filming locations
- Description
- Girona was a prominent Season 6 filming location for the HBO series. The Cathedral steps and several old town streets featured in scenes from King's Landing and Braavos.
Photography
- Description
- Golden hour (sunset) is best for photographing Onyar River's pastel-colored buildings and bridges. Visit the Eiffel Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles) for classic shots.
Walking tour duration
- Description
- The medieval old town is extremely compact; a full circuit of the city walls takes less than 2 hours. Budget 3–4 hours for Cathedral and museum visits combined.
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