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Tarragona, Spain

Top things to do in Tarragona

22 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Catedral Tarragona
Religious site4.5

Catedral Tarragona

1,694 reviews

Tarragona Cathedral is the magnificent crown of the historic Catalan city of Tarragona, a vast, beautiful cathedral built on the highest point of the old town, on a site layered with history: a Roman temple to Augustus once stood here, later a mosque, and finally this Christian

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What is the most visited attraction in Tarragona?

Catedral Tarragona draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Tarragona, with 1,694 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Tarragona do visitors rate highest?

Antiga Casa Del Consolat Tarragoni holds the highest rating in Tarragona among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 570 reviews. It is less busy than Catedral Tarragona, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Landmark
Landmark4.5

Antiga Casa Del Consolat Tarragoni

570 reviews

A historic 14th-century building that once housed the Consulate of the Sea, now a landmark in Tarragona's old town.

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Landmark4

Forum Provincial Tarraco

153 reviews

A Roman forum ruins in Tarragona, part of the ancient provincial capital's archaeological complex.

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Museum4

Casa Canals

41 reviews

A historic mansion in Tarragona showcasing modernist architecture and local heritage.

Religious site
Religious site4.5

Capilla de San Pablo

37 reviews

A serene 18th-century Baroque chapel in Tarragona's old town, known for its intimate atmosphere and religious art.

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Landmark4

Antiguo Hospital de Santa Tecla

35 reviews

Explore the historic former hospital in Tarragona's old town, a landmark showcasing medieval architecture and local heritage.

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Landmark4

Antiguo Matadero

30 reviews

A former slaughterhouse turned cultural center in Tarragona, hosting exhibitions, events, and a vibrant market.

Landmark
Landmark3.5

Casa Balcells

23 reviews

Casa Balcells is a historic modernist building in Tarragona, known for its striking architecture and location on the Pla de la Seu square near the cathedral.

Entertainment
Entertainment

PortAventura Park

Spain's premier theme park with thrilling roller coasters, family rides, and immersive themed areas.

Entertainment
Entertainment

PortAventura World

A massive resort complex with two theme parks, water park, hotels, and entertainment venues.

Tarragona Amphitheatre
Sight

Tarragona Amphitheatre

A Roman amphitheater from the 2nd century AD, set on the coast with stunning sea views.

Tarragona Cathedral
Religious site

Tarragona Cathedral

A stunning Gothic and Romanesque cathedral built atop a Roman temple, offering panoramic views of Tarragona.

National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona
Museum

National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona

A premier museum showcasing Roman artifacts from the ancient city of Tarraco, including mosaics, sculptures, and everyday objects.

Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco
Sight

Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco

A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring well-preserved Roman ruins, including an amphitheater, circus, and city walls.

Les Ferreres Aqueduct
Sight

Les Ferreres Aqueduct

A remarkably preserved Roman aqueduct with towering arches, also known as the Devil's Bridge, set in a scenic park.

Sight
Sight

Roman Theatre (Tarraco)

An ancient Roman theater carved into a hillside, offering a glimpse into Tarraco's entertainment history.

Wall of Tarragona
Sight

Wall of Tarragona

A Roman defensive wall with original sections and towers, encircling the old town of Tarragona.

Provincial forum of Tarraco
Sight

Provincial forum of Tarraco

Explore the remains of the Roman provincial government center in Tarragona, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Colonial forum of Tarraco
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Colonial forum of Tarraco

Discover the main square of the Roman colony of Tarraco, with impressive ruins and a modern archaeological museum.

Dragon Khan
Entertainment

Dragon Khan

Experience one of Europe's most intense roller coasters, with eight inversions and thrilling drops at PortAventura Park.

Roman quarry of El Mèdol
Sight

Roman quarry of El Mèdol

The Roman quarry of El Mèdol is a historic site near Tarragona, known for its iconic needle-shaped rock pillar left by ancient Roman miners.

Torre dels Escipions
Sight

Torre dels Escipions

Torre dels Escipions is a Roman funerary tower near Tarragona, an iconic landmark along the ancient Via Augusta road.