Highlights of Tarragona

Overview

You will be collected from the port of Tarragona and board your private transport for a wonderful half day ashore!

Settle in as your tour starts with a scenic drive to the historical city of Tarragona passing by the famous Mediterranean balcony - a look out point offering excellent views of the cruise port, beach and, of course the Mediterranean Sea. El Balcon del Mediterraneo is situated in the center of the modern City and at the beginning of the main avenue - La Rambla.

Your walking tour starts at the beginning of the walled City at the entrance through Portal del Roser gate. Your guide will be taking you through the streets explaining the history about the walls before coming to the Plaza de la Font. Passing by the Town House, continue on to the Pla de la Seu where the cathedral can be found (entrance is not included, however, if you wish to enter the Cathedral this can be done during your free time, there is a local fee of 5.50€ per guest).

Your guide will narrate history and stories of Tarragona in its form many years ago, there is a model of the Old Tarraco in a building within the old town which your guide will point out and try to help to visualize what the city was like and compare to how the city has changed over the years. You will also learn about the monumental remains that currently still stand.

Your tour continues on to the Mediterranean Balcony nearby the Amphitheater, there is a clear view of the Amphitheater from the balcony and plenty of time to take photographs whilst your guide is sharing the history of this site. Here at the Mediterranean Balcony you will be able to enjoy some free time, whether to take photographs or to simply sit and admire the views with a coffee on the terrace.

After your free time, your guide will accompany you back to your meeting point, where your transportation will be waiting to take you back to your cruise ship in plenty of time for your cruise ships departure.