Costa Daurada map information
- Airport: Tarragona
- Ave stations: Tarragona
- Cities: Tarragona (130,000 inhabitants), Reus (100,000 inhabitants), Salou (26,000 inhabitants), Calafell (25,000 inhabitants), Cunit (about 12,000 inhabitants), Torredembarra(15,000 inhabitants), Vilaseca (22,000 inhabitants), Cambrils (33,000 inhabitants) and L’Atmetlla de Mar (a little more than 7,000 inhabitants)
- Unesco sites: Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco(2000), Poblet Monastery(1991) Find all the UNESCO Sites in Spain on our page: “10 reasons why you should buy in Spain”
- Top beaches: Balneario de Coma-Ruga (Vendrell), Llevant Beach (Salou), Llarga Beach (Salou), Playa de la Pineda (La Pineda), Capellans Beach (Salou), Cambrils Beach Platja Prat d’En Fores y Regueral (Cambrils), Playa El Torn Naturist Beach (L’Hospitalet de l’Infant), Playa El Milagro (Tarragone), Playa de Arrabassada (Tarragone), Playa La Savinosa (Tarragone), Platja de la Llosa (Cambrils), Playa Cristal (Miami Platja)
- Kids Parks : PortAventura (Salou), PortAventura Aquatic Park (Salou) Aquopolis (La Pineda) Ferrari Land (Vila Seca) Aqualeon (Albinyana)
- Shopping Malls & Outlets: Commercial Center Parc Central (Tarragona), Gavarres (Tarragona), Fira Commercial centre
- Traditional & Flea markets: Mercat Municipal (Cambrils), Mercat De Tarragona
- Top golf courses: Reus Aiguesverds, La Graiera, Bonmont Terres Noves Play with the best golf clubs sets in Spain thanks to our local partner.
- Natural Parks: Park Natural de la Serra de Montsant, Park del Garraf – Park Natural del Delta de l’Ebre, Park Natural de Colines , Park d’Olèrdola, Cubelles Parque Natural Foix, Port Natural de l’Estany Gras, Fonts del Glorieta, Niu de l’Àliga, Pantano De Siurana, Serra de Llaberia
- University: Universitat Rovira i Virgili (Tarragona)
- Hospitals: Hospital del Vendrell (Vendrell), Hospital de Sant Pau i Santa Tecla, Hospital Universitari Joan XXIII de Tarragona (Tarragona), Hospital de Tortosa Verge de la Cinta (Tortosa)
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What is Costa Daurada and where is it located?
Costa Daurada (Golden Coast) stretches 90km along Catalonia's Mediterranean coast from Cunit to L'Hospitalet de l'Infant. Located 1 hour south of Barcelona, it includes popular resort towns like Salou, Cambrils, and historic Tarragona. Our Costa Daurada map shows all major towns and attractions.
What are the main towns on Costa Daurada?
Main Costa Daurada towns include Salou (major resort hub), Cambrils (fishing village), Tarragona (Roman heritage), Vila-seca (PortAventura), and Calafell (family beaches). Each offers unique attractions from theme parks to Roman ruins. Our detailed map highlights each town's specialties.
How far is Costa Daurada from Barcelona?
Costa Daurada is 100km south of Barcelona, easily reached in 1 hour by car via AP-7 motorway or 1.5 hours by train to Salou. Barcelona Airport connects to Costa Daurada in 90 minutes. Our map shows transport routes and distances.
Which Costa Daurada beach is best for families?
Salou's Llevant Beach offers shallow waters, Blue Flag status, and family facilities. Cambrils and La Pineda also provide excellent family beaches with playgrounds and restaurants. All feature fine golden sand and calm Mediterranean waters perfect for children.
What is PortAventura and where is it located?
PortAventura is Spain's largest theme park located in Vila-seca, just 10 minutes from Salou. The resort includes PortAventura Park, Ferrari Land, and Caribe Aquatic Park. Our Costa Daurada map shows exact location and transport connections from all major towns.
How does Costa Daurada compare to Costa Brava?
Costa Daurada offers wider sandy beaches and theme parks, while Costa Brava features rocky coves and medieval towns. Costa Daurada has better family facilities and is closer to Barcelona, making it ideal for theme park holidays and beach relaxation.
What Roman sites can I visit in Tarragona?
Tarragona features UNESCO World Heritage Roman sites including the Amphitheatre, Circus, and Roman Walls. The Archaeological Museum displays artifacts from ancient Tarraco. Located 15 minutes from Salou, Tarragona combines beach holidays with cultural heritage perfectly.
When is the best time to visit Costa Daurada?
June-September offers warmest weather (25-30°C) and full resort amenities in Salou and Cambrils. May and October provide pleasant temperatures with fewer crowds. PortAventura operates year-round with seasonal schedules shown on our detailed map.
What airports serve Costa Daurada?
Barcelona Airport (90 minutes) offers most international flights, while Reus Airport (20 minutes) serves budget airlines and charter flights. Both connect easily to Salou, Cambrils, and Tarragona via bus, taxi, or rental car as shown on our transport map.
Is Costa Daurada good for nightlife?
Salou offers vibrant nightlife with beach clubs, bars, and discos along Passeig Jaume I. Cambrils provides quieter evening dining and wine bars. The area caters to all ages with family entertainment and adult nightlife options clearly marked on our map.
