Culture

The museum is housed in a convent building and includes collections from the foundation of Carmen Thyssen, a famous Spanish patroness.
Works by 19th- and 20th-century Catalan, Spanish and European artists are on display.
Exhibitions rotate each season and often include works from private collections previously unavailable to the public.
The museum is a cultural gem for connoisseurs of painting and architecture.

It is one of the best diving sites in the whole Mediterranean, with coral, sea bream, octopus and underwater caves.
The city is home to renowned diving centers such as Unisub, Ocean Sub, Aquàtica and others.
You can choose between a baptism dive, a full course or a snorkeling excursion.
Suitable for both beginners and certified divers.

Tossa de Mar is the only medieval fortress town on the coast, where the wall with towers and narrow streets inside have been preserved.
Vila Vella is a real historical labyrinth with arches, observation decks and art galleries.
At the top is a lighthouse overlooking the whole town and the coast - a great place for photos.
A walk around the fortress is especially atmospheric at sunset.

Just 5 minutes from the coast is the ancient castle in the center of Calonge, dating back to the 11th century.
It is open to the public, especially during festivals, exhibitions and tastings of local wines.
Craft fairs, concerts and cultural events are often held here.
You can combine it with a walk through the old town and a visit to the wineries.

Beach with fine golden sand, calm sea entrance and historic colorful bathing houses.
You can rent a sun lounger, SUP board, kayak or take a boat tour.
Along the beach are seafood restaurants, cafes and water sports rentals.
An ideal place for a vacation with children and a relaxing day by the sea.

Palamos shrimp are the gastronomic pride of the region and its main export delicacy.
The city offers tasting tours where you can try fresh shrimp straight from the fishing boat.
Local restaurants such as La Gamba or Can Blau offer dishes with an emphasis on the product of the day.
In summer, there are also gastronomic weeks and street food events.

A local restaurant with a rustic terrace, renowned for its traditional Catalan cuisine.
The menu features grilled meats, vegetables from the local garden, homemade desserts, and wine from Clos d'Agon.
An excellent option for a quiet dinner after exploring wineries or forest trails.
The restaurant is open year-round, but it is best to book in advance during the high season.

Clos d'Agon is one of the most prestigious wineries in the region, located right in the Vall-Llobrega area.
Here, wines with a unique terroir are produced, and the vineyards stretch across wooded hills.
You can book a tour of the estate, taste white and red wines, and learn about the production process.
It is recommended to book your visit in advance, especially during the summer season.

San Martí d'Empúries is a charming medieval village with narrow stone streets and cozy cafés.
It is the perfect place for a leisurely stroll, a photo shoot, and dinner with a view of the sea.
The main square often hosts concerts and local fairs, especially in summer.
It also offers picturesque access to the beaches and archaeological ruins of Empuriades.

This is a unique museum dedicated to the traditional industry of L'Escala—anchovy fishing and salting.
You will learn about the history of fishing, the role of salt in the region, and see old boats, tools, and a photo archive.
The museum is ideal for families with children and is open all year round, including interactive exhibitions.
Located near Riells Beach and the city center, it is easy to combine with a walk or lunch.

This is an authentic fish market where freshly caught seafood is sold directly from local fishermen.
Here you can find anchovies, mussels, shrimp, sea bream, sea bass, and much more—perfect for a home-cooked dinner or barbecue. The staff will always advise you on how best to prepare the catch of the day and will pack everything for convenient transport.

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One of Catalonia's main historical sites: the ruins of ancient Greek and Roman cities by the sea. Emporion, or Emporii, was the first ancient Greek colony on the Iberian Peninsula.
Today, Empurià is an open-air museum where you can stroll through ancient streets, see mosaics, temples, colonnades, and enjoy views of the Mediterranean Sea, just as people did more than 2,000 years ago.

Get into our land and discover it!
Enjoy guided tours among vineyards, wine tasting and breakfast with local products.
Get to know the aromatic and medicinal plants of the Empordà region and learn how to use them.
- Picnic in the vineyards in La Vinyeta
- Guided tour and wine tasting
- Breakfast in the vineyards
Open all year round

Explore the canals of Empuriabrava and its essence!
Discover the Venice of the Costa Brava in the most fun way with friends or family! Our unlicensed boats are eco-friendly and equipped with geolocation and QR codes to track your location. Children under 16 can travel for free and pets are welcome!

Work every month except January

If you are an art lover, then you should definitely consider booking a ticket to the Watercolour museum of Llanca. It is a public collection of watercolors created in 1989 and its mission is to promote and protect the art of watercolor painting. Currently the Watercolour Museum has 193 watercolors in its collection; the collection gets a little bigger each year as a result of donations and purchases that are made in order to further enhance this sanctuary of watercolor painting.

Enjoy one of the best views of Cap de Creus from the Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, one of the most emblematic buildings of Catalan Romanesque architecture. From the 11th to the 14th century it was the main spiritual center of the county of Empúries and is one of the most impressive monuments to visit on the Costa Brava.

In Portlligat, just a few minutes from Cadaqués, the Salvador Dalí house-museum opens its doors for you to discover the artistic and everyday world of the brilliant Catalan painter who spent a large part of his life in this magical corner of the Costa Brava.