Costa Brava, Spain - Travel Guide

By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.

Updated: 2026-08-05

Costa Brava, a stunning coastal strip in northeastern Catalonia, offers a magical blend of picturesque villages, pristine beaches, and hidden coves. It's an ideal destination for a relaxed holiday with breathtaking views, water activities, and exquisite Mediterranean cuisine.

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Top things to do in Costa Brava

The must-see places in Costa Brava include Dalí Theatre-Museum, Cadaqués, Tossa de Mar Castle, Girona Cathedral, Calella de Palafrugell and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

A sample 3-day itinerary for Costa Brava

Here is what 3 days in Costa Brava look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Cadaqués · Cadaqués
  2. Pals · Pals
  3. Begur Castle
  4. Begur · Begur

Day 2

  1. Cadaqués
  2. Far de Sant Sebastià
  3. Calella de Palafrugell · Palafrugell
  4. Platja de Castell · Palamós
  5. Cala S'Alguer
  6. Monestir de Sant Feliu de Guíxols

Day 3

  1. Girona Cathedral · Girona
  2. Dalí Theatre-Museum · Figueres
  3. Empúries · L'Escala
  4. Cape of Creus

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in Costa Brava?

Dalí Theatre-Museum, Cadaqués, Tossa de Mar Castle, Girona Cathedral, Calella de Palafrugell, Cap de Creus Natural Park

When is the best time to visit Costa Brava?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in Costa Brava?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in Costa Brava. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for Costa Brava?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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