Tarragona villa holidays Self catering holidays in Tarragona, Costa Dorada
Tarragona holidays - an ancient port city sitting on the beautiful Costa Dorada coast in northern Spain. Tarrangona is a very popular holiday destination and for good reason. Fantasic beaches, bustling port, lively nightlife and historical sites. Its Roman heritage is obvious to see with the spectacular Roman Amphitheatre dating back to the late-100s next to the beach and traces of the forum in the Old Town.
Tarragona has managed to retain its charm and traditions despite the annual influx of tourists and you'll enjoy the relaxing days by the fabulous beaches and lively evening entertainment along the promenade. Hidden away in the back streets of the Old Town is where you'll find the authentic tapas bars whilst in El Serrallo, an unpretentious quarter looking over the port, is home to some of the city’s best fish restaurants.
| At a glance... | |
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| Historical sites | ✔ |
| Shopping in the Rambla Nova | ✔ |
| Port | ✔ |
| Restaurants | 30+ |
| Caribe Aquatic Park (7.5 km) | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Nearest airport | Reus (8km) |
| Nearest train station | Tarragona |
Featured holiday rentals in Tarragona
In recent years, Tarragona has become very popular and not only with the local Barcelonian tourists, but from across Europe who come to enjoy the wonderful climate and surrounding beauty. The self catering holiday rental accommodation in and around Tarragona is mainly villas and apartments, many with pools and some with spectacular views of the coves and lovely beaches.
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Things to see and do in Tarragona
Tarragona and the surrounding area is full of interesting towns, historic cities and countryside to explore
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| See the spectacular Roman ruins | ✔ |
| Walk the along the promenade to where the La Rambla Nova begins | ✔ |
| Explore the ancient walled city of MontBlanc, Serra del Montsant mountains | ✔ |
| Botanical gardens | ✔ |
| Port Aventura waterpark (5km) | ✔ |
| Medieval old town with remains of the Roman forum | ✔ |
| Watch a gladiator fight at the Roman Amphitheatre | ✔ |
| See the ancient Ferreres Aqueduct (Pont del Diable) | ✔ |
Our view on holidays in Tarragona
Tarragona is a stunning and authentic Catalan fishing village with the spectacluar backdrop of the Serra del Montsant mountains. From the delightful old town to the golden sandy beaches running into the tourquoise Mediterranean, staying in a villa rental is the perfect way to spend your holidays in Tarragona on the Costa Dorada.
