10 Sightseeing Tours in Pals That You Shouldn't Miss

December 28, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Pals is a medieval town in Catalonia, northern Spain a few kilometres from the sea in the heart of the Bay of Emporda on the Costa Brava. It lies on the C31 Palafrugell-L'Estartit road.
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1. Picturesque Medieval villages of Costa Brava

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Why should I go to Costa Brava? Because it's one of the most romantic, gorgeous, unspoiled stretches of coast in Europe. Where else, can you drive or walk alongside rugged pink rocks with the teal-colored Mediterranean glimmering below, framed by grand, arabesque pines? Original medieval villages like Peratallada and Pals that looks like a spectacular Hollywood scenery and the genteel horseshoe bays of Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell are two of the prettiest on the world. In Calella de Palafrugell at the wildest corner of Costa Brava we will spend some free time to taste the exceptional see food or any other meal you like and optional swim on the bluest part of the Mediterranean sea ! I can create a customized tour for you if you have any special requests or if you are more than 6 people and need a larger vehicle !

Inclusions: Free transportation, Guiding throughout the tour

Exclusions: Lunch

2. Private Medieval Towns Tour Plus Local Lunch from Barcelona

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Transport yourself back in time and discover the Medieval heritage of Catalonia - enjoy three distinctly unique villages and a scenic drive with views of La Garrotxa Natural Park on this private tour. Arrive to Besalu, a Catalan medieval jewel declared National Historical Artistic Site in 1966. Of great architectural value, it’s one of the most notable legacies of the medieval period in Catalonia. In Girona, we’ll get lost through the winding streets and marvel at the Gothic Cathedral and the quaint Gothic Quarter, then we’ll savor the regional products with a complimentary lunch in a local restaurant. Find your inner peace in Pals and have an extraordinary adventure through the cobblestone streets of this cute medieval village from the 13th century.  Then we’ll take you back to your hotel or apartment in Barcelona.

Inclusions: The Tour, the Guide and the Transport are exclusively and only for the group that reserves it., Private walking tour - Besalu, Girona, Pals., Complimentary coffee and croissant before our walking tour of Besalu., Delicious three course lunch in Girona with regional products in a renowned local restaurant- our treat!, Have a glass of Cava (Catalan Champagne), Comfortable transport FROM/TO your hotel or apartment., Skip-the-line tickets to the Miqvé of Besalú, Skip-the-line tickets to the Cathedral of Girona

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By lliamandliz

We spent 3 days in Barcelona on a private tour with Barcelona's Best Tour Guide, Feliciano. We visited Montserrat, the wine district, Costa Brava and Barcelona city sights. Feliciano makes you feel just like family. He is warm, kind, funny and so knowledgable with impeccable English. What he doesn't know about the beautiful Catalunya region of Spain is probably not worth knowing. Our experience was so much richer in his hands. Can't wait to go back and again.

3. Private Girona and Costa Brava Tour with Hotel pick-up from Barcelona

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Go on this private tour and enjoy a private pick-up service by your guide, at your accommodation in Barcelona. Travel through history in Girona before getting immersed in the pristine scenery of Costa Brava. Experience a unique landscape as you leave Barcelona behind. Head into the historic town of Girona and it's many different wonders such as the Cathedral with the widest Gothic nave in the world or get surprised by the colorful spectacle of the houses along the Onyar River, which divides the city in two. After visiting Girona, drive to Costa Brava and breath it's unique surroundings and nature.

Inclusions: Professional local guide, Walking Tour of Girona, Pals and Calella, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By bastianr391

Informative yet entertaining tour with a great host. Miquel Arnau was an excellent guide! Highly recommended!

4. Private Guided Tour of Costa Brava from Barcelona

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Live a great experience on this private tour around Brava Coast visiting the most beautiful spots. All at your own pace, as you will be able to customize your own route. This is a daily private tour which includes a private car, guide on your language, refreshments and snacks.. All included, just relax and enjoy. Here the protagonist is you: in all the routes, you will have your personal guide in your own language, and of course, in reduced-size groups (maximum 4 people) or mini-groups (you and whoever else you want). Need a guide just for you? Well, we also make that possible!

Inclusions: Afternoon tea, Beverages, Bottled water, Food tasting, Light refreshments, Snacks, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch

Reviewed By Inna7766

We loved our private day tour of Besalu and Girona with Gerard. There are 10 of us, 4 adults and 6 children, ages ranging from 5 to 14. Arranging the tour was easy, communication with BCN Hidden Tours was fast and clear. Gerard helped us decide on a tour that was just right for us. On the day of the tour, Gerard picked us up from our apartment in Barcelona in a comfortable minibus (with a driver). Gerard shared interesting historical tidbits about Barcelona, Girona and Catalonia in general during the drive. Gerard made Besalu and Girona come alive for us - he knows those towns so well! He accommodated our interests and remained flexible with the kids' needs. Gerard is incredibly knowledgeable, speaks 7 languages fluently (his English is perfect!), and clearly loves what he does. He is easy to connect with, both for adults and kids. Overall, just an incredible experience. I very enthusiastically recommend Gerard and BCN Hidden Tours.

5. Costa Brava tour (full day)

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With the Costa Brava tour you will discover one of the most spectacular coasts in north east of Spain, it's towns and villages with a lot of cultural heritage, such as Pals or Tossa with the old medieval down-towns. You will enjoy as well the panoramic views from Sant Sebastià light tower! and also spend a bit of time on the beach of Llafranch or Tamariu, with possibility to take a walk through the cami de ronda between towns.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By DREK_04

We traveled with six adults for a 2 day vacation in Barcelona and then a 7 day cruise and back to Barcelona for the trip home. We used Bohigas airport transfer to pick us up at airport, carry us to Hotel. They then picked us up at Hotel to transport us to the cruise ship. They then picked us up from the port after the cruise to take us back to airport. On all three occasions, the service was impeccable!! The drivers were very attentive and courteous. We had alot of bags and all fit very well in the van which was so comfortable we felt like celebrities. Without question, these guys are the REAL DEAL!! If you're planning a trip to Barcelona and need any transport, make sure you have Bohigas airport transfer in your speed dial. I promise you won't be disappointed. I need to mention one thing, they will keep you updated by text. We arrived about 2 hours earlier from our cruise than our scheduled pickup. I just text them that we were at the port and they came to pick us up with 20mins. We were very happy about that. Outstanding!!!!!!!!!

6. Guided visit to Pals from Roses and anchovy tasting from La Escala

Costa Brava Tours by Grup Massagué

View of the medieval town of Pals, located at the end of the Empordà wetlands area, where rice fields predominate and the River Ter ends. We will walk through its streets where we will discover the history of the Pals account, visiting the church of St Mary, the lookout "the padrón", the outside of the castle and the clock tower. Then, we will head to the fishing village of L'Escala, located in the southern part of the Bay of Roses, where we will taste the typical product of the area, the famous Anchovies of L'Escala. Next, we will go to the Riells area (Beach Area) where we will have free time to have lunch and swim.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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Reviewed By MFollowers

this is the best option to go to Cadaques if you wish to avoid a busy and uncomfortable road ; the boat offers an easy trip among the beautiful coast; when you arrive to Cadaques, you have few hours to visit and have some tapas and drinks before going back; well organised

7. Royalty Catalunya History-Private Tour to the Medieval Villages of Costa Brava

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Discovering the history of Catalunya at the ancient Ullastret, and the medieval villages of Pals and Peratallada. Our time travel starts at the archaeological site of Ullastret, the oldest Iberian village dating back to the 5th century B. C. In the museum we will have the opportunity to watch a 3D movie that revives the history of this small hamlet. After the taste of the ancient world we will continue to the medieval village of Peratallada, a commercial crossroad of the medieval era. We will cross the Gate of the walls to enter and wander inside the village until we reach the palace and the main square. If you get hungry there are local restaurants with international and local dishes to satisfy your hunger. Our last stop will be another medieval village, Pals. Old buildings, gates and arches, cobblestone roads and a watchtower watching after enemies coming from the ocean… After this experience we will return back to Barcelona.

Inclusions: Guiding service, Transportation to all mentioned places, The Entrance tickets to the site of Ullastret

Exclusions: Personal shopping and souvenirs, lunch, snacks and drinks

Reviewed By Bal T

A wonderful and relaxing cruise. Beautiful islands visited and an opportunity to snorkel and swim on a couple of the islands. Even got to see some dolphins! Great stocked up bar and Maria was very informative - and talented - with her translation from 4 languages on the guided tour! Don’t miss this one!

8. Private Tour to Pals, Peratallada and a local winery from Palamós port

Port Esportiu Marina Palamós, PORT MARINA PALAMOS, Carrer Salvador Albert i Pey, 0, 17230 Palamós, Girona, Spain GEMMA COLL SABATER

The tour packs in four hours two of the prettiest towns in Empordà region as well as a visit of a local winery. It is a perfect itinerary as a shore excursion from the port of Palamós because it offers a good insight of small medieval villages in the area less than half an hour away from the port.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Lunch, Fee to the winery (20EUR per person)

Reviewed By robi713

Gemma is a passionate, very knowledgeable guide, able to mix wonderful minute details of today’s life in Girona with historical stories and details that make the old town come to life. We definitely plan to go back again!

9. Costa Brava Medieval Villages 1 Day private Van Trip

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A full day trip through the most picturesque and historical Villages of the Costa Brava. Our transportation way will be our new model Mercedes Benz van through the small villages and small trails along the shore, beaches and seaside venues. The walking is moderate in terms of physical effort, we will make some stops to visit the local places, viewpoints, monuments, buildings and get to know its history. During the trip we will see a disparity of landscapes from green fields to ancient castles, its a pure sightseeing trip in the true inside of Catalonia. The Costa Brava is famous for its variety, healthy lifestyle, good weather and dreamy cute spots. The villages have a special charm and the Mediterranean food, what to say, it's famous worldwide. Come on board and enjoy a unique local and Catalan adventure!

Inclusions: Transportation Luxury Mercedes Benz Van

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By keshinpoint

If you're new to Barcelona, and want to get a bird's eye view of the city, then this tour is for you. The electric bikes were state of the art, and felt like a breeze driving it through the mountains as we saw various points overlooking the city. We made our way up to Tibidabo Cathedral, a beautiful historic church overlooking the city. All throughout the drive, we stopped at amazing panoramic views. The tour guide Juan was well versed in the city's history, and answered all of our questions on different locations within the city. All-in all, a great experience to have when the sun is out and you want something fun , informative and exciting to do!

10. Royalty Costa Brava the Bluest Sea, Sites and Taste – Private Tour

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Why should I go to Costa Brava? Because it’s one of the most romantic, gorgeous, unspoiled stretches of coast in Europe. Where else, can you drive or walk alongside rugged pink rocks with the teal-colored Mediterranean glimmering below, framed by grand, arabesque pines? Gloriously wild in parts and tastefully manicured in others, the Costa has some of the finest sandy stretches to elegant horseshoe bays and secluded smugglers’ coves. We will head for the stretch of coast between Pals and Palamos. Pals, is the walled hilltop medieval town, looks like a spectacular Hollywood scenery and the genteel horseshoe bays of Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell which are two of the prettiest on the world. In Calella de Palafrugell at the wildest corner of Costa Brava, we will spend some free time to taste the exceptional sea food or any other meal you like and optional swim on the bluest part of the Mediterranean Sea.

Inclusions: Transportation to Pals and Calella and back, Guiding throughout the tour, Complimentary water and cava champagne

Exclusions: Meals, beverages and shopping

Reviewed By Bal T

A wonderful and relaxing cruise. Beautiful islands visited and an opportunity to snorkel and swim on a couple of the islands. Even got to see some dolphins! Great stocked up bar and Maria was very informative - and talented - with her translation from 4 languages on the guided tour! Don’t miss this one!

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