The Costa Brava — Things to Do Near Tamariu

Why Tamariu

Pine hills that drop straight into clear water, with small coves and white fishing villages in between. Tamariu is one of the quietest: one beach, a few seafood restaurants, no high-rises. Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell are next door.

Things to Do

Beaches

Coves & beaches

Tamariu and Llafranc are 5 minutes by car. Calm, clear water for swimming, snorkelling and paddleboarding.

Villages

Calella de Palafrugell

White houses, fishing boats pulled up on the sand and long seafood lunches under the arches.

Walking

The Camí de Ronda

The old coast path runs cove to cove between Calella, Llafranc and Tamariu. Go early and swim on the way.

History

Pals & Begur

Medieval stone villages on the hills, with views over the coast and the Empordà plain.

City

Girona old town

Coloured houses over the river Onyar, the cathedral steps and some of Spain's best restaurants.

Culture

Cap Roig gardens

Botanical gardens on the cliffs above Calella, with an open-air music festival every summer.

Getting Here

Sa Blava is in the hills above Tamariu, on the Costa Brava in Catalonia. You'll want a car. Times below are approximate.

Tamariu beach~5 min by car

Llafranc beach~5 min by car

Palafrugell (shops & market)~10 min by car

Girona–Costa Brava airport~45 min by car

Barcelona airport~90 min by car

Back to a private pool under the pines after a day on the coast.

Sa Blava Check dates

The Costa Brava, Down the Hill