Well-known for its Mediterranean beaches, along the Costa Brava, Lloret de Mar is a lovely resort town in the Catalonia region of Spain. Easily reachable, thanks to its close distance from Barcelona (75 kilometers / 46 miles), this small coastal town has more than attractive sunny beaches and crystal blue water. It is full of interesting spots and activities, such as its medieval hilltop Castle of Sant Joan, the central Iglesia de Sant Romà, the Santa Clotilde Gardens, a water park - Lloret de Mar is a huge adventure playground, with plenty excursions and activities.
Looking for a relaxing day at the beach, a full day of sightseeing, or a wild night out, just a step away from Barcelona? Lloret de Mar truly has something for everyone! In this article, we’ll look at 7 things to do, in the area, for you to fully enjoy this wonderful jewel on the dreamy Spanish coast.
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1. Santa Clotilde Gardens
Santa Clotilde Gardens is a peaceful getaway, located on top of a hill in the city and it is an outstanding spot, with impressive sea views. This historical natural space, dating back to the turn of the 20th century, is ideal for relaxing the mind and nourishing the spirit. You’ll enjoy strolling its beautiful combination of stairways, fountains, little squares, and mermaid statues, surrounded by the wonderful variety of Mediterranean trees and plants. This is the ideal place for a picnic with family or friends, where you can settle down and enjoy the fresh greenery. This is definitely somewhere you’ll love to go, while you’re in the area!
Santa Clotilde Gardens
Address: Passeig Jardins, s/n, 17310 Lloret de Mar, Girona, Spain
Website: Santa Clotilde Gardens
2. Lloret and Fenals Beaches
These beaches are unmissable if you are in Lloret! Only two steps away from the Santa Clotilde Gardens is Lloret’s beach, where you’ll spend the entire day soaking up the sun and swimming, playing water sports, or even jet skiing in the crystal-clear, blue Mediterranean Sea. Be sure to grab a drink and tapas at one of the many beachfront restaurants and don’t forget your sunscreen, as the Spanish sun gets terrifyingly hot, between 2 and 5 pm!
And, if you’re searching for a less touristy atmosphere, a little walk away from the main beach is the 700-meter (2296 feet) long Fenals Beach, perfect for families and couples who’d like a little more privacy, in a more natural and relaxed place.
Platja de Fenals
Address: 17310 Lloret de Mar, Province of Girona, Spain
Website: Platja de Fenals
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3. Costa Brava
The Costa Brava is a coastal region of Catalonia, in northeastern Spain. Rugged limestone mountains encroaching on the seafront, pine and holm oak forests all around…here, close to Lloret, nature has found the ideal place to express its full splendor. Amazing landscapes, sheer cliffs, a beautiful coastal footpath and small, tucked away corners will bring adventurers and outdoor lovers a dose of relaxation and peace.
While strolling on the many trails, be sure to check out the particularly outstanding sights, such as the Cala d’en Trons, Sa Caleta, Cala Banys, Cala dels Frares and Sa Tortuga, to get the most out of your exploration!
Costa Brava
Address: Province of Girona, Spain
Website: Costa Brava
4. Iglesia de Sant Romà
This original 15th-century Catalan Gothic building is one of the main sights of the city. The colourfully-decorated church, characterized by its dome roof and unique architecture, is situated in the center of town and is difficult to miss - its amazing Byzantine style architecture will make you stop in your path. Enjoy taking a look inside and check out the beautiful vaulting above, entrance is free! But be mindful of the locals, as it is still actively used as a church.
Iglesia de Sant Romà
Address: Plaça de l'Església, 4, 17310 Lloret de Mar, Girona, Spain
Website: Iglesia de Sant Romà
5. Parc Aquàtic Water World
Water World is an aquatic park located in Lloret de Mar. It was first opened in 1985 and since then has built a...
Posted by Spanish In Catalonia on Sunday, 6 March 2016
Get ready to enter the world of water! These parks are two of the finest imaginable: Aquadiver in Platja d’Aro and Water World in Lloret de Mar, will entertain the whole family with its various rides, such as the wave pools, rapid rivers, and the Kamikaze. These are two places you’re not going to forget!
Parc Aquàtic Water World
Address: Ctra. Vidreres, Km 1, 2, 17310 Lloret de Mar, Girona, Spain
Website: Parc Aquàtic Water World
6. Castillo d'en Plaja
Castell d’en Plaja is located right next to Lloret Beach and is a mansion, built by the local industrialist Narcís Plaja, in the 1930s and 40s (although it looks like something out of a fairytale or medieval times). You’ll enjoy taking a walk up to the top of the castle and getting a breathtaking view of the city and the ocean, from above.
Castillo d'en Plaja
Address: Passeig de Sa Caleta, 5, 17310 Lloret de Mar, Girona, Spain
Website: Castillo d'en Plaja
7. Camí de Ronda
Formerly a footpath built along the Costa Brava coast to help the Guardia Civil control the coast and stop smuggling (especially in the postwar period, during the civil war), the Camí de Ronda is a series of small footpaths through the cliffs, along the coast of Catalonia. Nowadays, much of the route connects tourist beaches and resorts, where you’ll enjoy having a walk and enjoying the scenery around.
Camí de Ronda
Address: Province of Girona, Spain
Website: Camí de Ronda
Discover Spain's coastal dream
With these 7 things to do around Lloret de Mar, you’ll be sure to spend a mesmerizing time in the Spanish Costa Brava wonderland. From cultural sites to gardens, beaches, and outdoor activities, you will get tonnes of memories from this magnificent, sunny place!
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