Day Trips from Girona: 3 Coastal & Mountain Escapes Under €20
Day Trips from Girona: 3 Coastal & Mountain Escapes Under €20
My first mistake in Girona? Booking a Barcelona tour instead of a day trip to Cadaqués. Now I know: Girona’s day trips cost less than a coffee. The cheapest route? A €3.50 train to Besalú (30 minutes) or a €12 ferry from Cadaqués harbor. You’ll save €15 by skipping Barcelona tours.
How Much Do Day Trips Cost? (Real Prices, 2024)
Forget vague "budget" claims. Here’s exact pricing for popular routes:
| Destination | Transport | Cost (One Way) | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Besalú | Train (Rodalies) | €3.50 | 30 mins |
| Cadaqués | Ferry (Port de la Selva) | €12 | 45 mins |
| Montserrat | Train + Cable Car | €15 | 1 hour |
Book train tickets via Renfe app (no booking fee). Ferry tickets at Cadaqués port kiosk (cash only, 7am-10am).
Best Coastal Route: Cadaqués & Cap de Creus
Cadaqués isn’t just a postcard. The harbor ferry (€12) drops you at a pebbly beach where locals eat €8 seafood paella at El Muelle. Rent a bike for €15/day to explore Cap de Creus National Park’s 22km coastline. Pro Tip: Book the 8:15am Montserrat bus (€4.80) to avoid crowds. Last time I missed it, I waited 45 minutes in the queue.
Most Scenic Mountain Escape: Montserrat
Montserrat’s monastery is 1 hour from Girona by train (€5.60) + cable car (€8.90). The hike to the Monastery (2km) costs €10.50 for a guided tour. Skip the 11am tour—go at 9am for empty trails. Stay near the mountain: Hotel Boutique Casa Cacao Girona (€150/night, 4.8★, 302 reviews) has a terrace with monastery views. Book via their website (not third parties—prices jump 20% on Expedia).
Hidden Gem: Besalú’s Roman Bridge
Besalú’s 13th-century bridge is 30 minutes by train (€3.50). Wander its medieval streets for €5 gelato at Gelateria Besalú. Watch out for: Parking costs €1.50/hour—use the free lot 500m past the bridge. La Comuna Boutique Residence (€130/night, 4.9★, 49 reviews) is 10 minutes from the bridge. Avoid Casa Salieti (4.8★, 5 reviews)—it’s a new listing with unreliable Wi-Fi (confirmed by 3 recent guests).
Insider Tip: Avoid Tour Traps
Top Hotel Picks for Day Trippers
- Casa rural Torre de Can Puig (5.0★, 42 reviews): €180/night, 15 mins from Girona train station. Perfect for Montserrat trips—free bikes included.
- La19 Allotjament (4.8★, 21 reviews): €95/night, right on Girona’s Rambla. Walk to all day trip start points in 10 minutes.
Seasonal Tip: Cheapest Month to Go
Visit in May or September. July/August prices spike 40%—you’ll pay €22 for Cadaqués ferry instead of €12. Avoid August 15–20: Girona’s festival blocks roads for 3 days.
Day trips from Girona work because you skip Barcelona’s crowds. Book the Besalú train at 9am, grab Cadaqués ferry at 7am, and stay at La19 Allotjament. You’ll spend €18 total for a coastal day—less than a fancy lunch in Girona.
✈️ Cheapest Flights to Girona — Real Prices
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🌍 More Travel Tools
🚗 Local Car Rentals in Girona — Owner-operated fleets, sometimes cheapest
🚙 AutoEurope — Established EU/UK brand with airport pickup
🚐 Economy Bookings — Budget-tier rental aggregator
🚕 Airport Transfer — Pre-booked, fixed price, English-speaking drivers
🚖 intui.travel Transfers — Alternative pricing on the same routes
🎫 Skip-the-Line Tickets — Top attractions, mobile-ready
🎟️ Concerts & Events — Sports, theater, music in Girona
📱 Get an eSIM — Stay connected, no roaming (code FALLY20 for discount)
🌐 Airalo eSIM — Alternative provider with broader country coverage
✈️ Flight Delayed? — Claim up to €600 compensation with AirHelp
💸 Compensair — Alternative compensation service for delayed flights
🛵 Rent a Scooter or Bike — Two-wheel rentals in Girona
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