The famous Spanish seaside resort is chosen by thousands of Russian travelers for their summer holidays at the seaside. In addition to clean beaches, comfortable hotels and interesting entertainment programs, the city offers many scenic routes in its own surroundings. If you are unsure of where to go from Salou, check with your nearest travel agency or choose your favorite destination in your guide to the Mediterranean coast of Spain.
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In addition to the traditional excursion to the capital of Catalonia and the city of the great Gaudí Barcelona from Salou, you can organize a trip to other exciting destinations:
- To Tarragona. One of the largest seaports in Spain is located 98 km west of Barcelona and its main historical sights - the ruins of structures from the era of Ancient Rome are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
- To Andorra. The dwarf state is known for its ski slopes in winter and duty-free shopping all year round.
- In Figueiras. Dali's theater-museum and his wife Gala's castle in Pubol are available both with an organized excursion from Salou and on their own.
- To the Montserrat Monastery, built to commemorate the acquisition of the statue of the Virgin Mary. The place where the monastery stands is also worthy of special attention. From the height of the observation deck, where the funicular leads, mesmerizing landscapes open up.
Through the pages of a history textbook
Tarragona was founded by the Iberians on the shores of the Mediterranean at the end of the 5th century BC. The settlement was called Kesse and was occupied by the Romans during the Punic Wars. It was they who built their fortifications and structures in the city renamed Tarracona, which have survived to this day and brought Tarragona worldwide fame and a place in the UNESCO lists.
The coastal hill, called the Balcony of the Mediterranean, offers views of the city of astonishing beauty. The Roman amphitheater, for example, held up to 12,000 spectators, while the Roman Forum has survived from the 1st century AD.
In the Roman Museum, you can get acquainted in detail with an exposition consisting of 25,000 archaeological finds and ancient artifacts. The National Archaeological Museum itself is of historical value. It is located in the surviving part of an ancient Roman building called Pilate's Palace.
Tarragona Cathedral is an architectural dominant and one of the most beautiful urban structures. The first stone in its foundation was laid in 1171 and the temple is a worthy example of the early Gothic. One and a half dozen cathedral bells are among the oldest in Europe, because they were cast at the beginning of the XIV century.
Where can you go from Salou with children
When staying for a beach holiday in Salou, every parent considers it their duty to visit PortAventura amusement park. Spanish Disneyland is divided into five zones, each of which is dedicated to a particular region of the planet. Special attractions and restaurants, music and shops in the Mediterranean, Wild West, Mexico, Polynesia and China amaze even the most sophisticated tourist. Children in Port Aventura get an unforgettable supply of emotions and impressions, which is enough for a long time to remember and tell friends.
Useful information for those heading to the amusement park:
- The prices for souvenirs in the shops of PortAventura are not too high, and therefore it is here that you can buy gifts for friends.
- It is worth purchasing a ticket from the guides working at the hotel in order to avoid the queue at the box office. But if you are ready to spend about 15 minutes on this, then keep in mind that only a ticket purchased at the box office will give you the right to discounts on the territory of the park.
- Additional payment for the Express ticket will save time in queues for attractions. The special price for a special red bracelet is about 18 euros. Express tickets are sold at the box office until 14.00.
The coolest rides, according to visitors' reviews, are Dragon Khan and Stampida. El Diablo trailers are popular with kids, and Temple de Buddo and Haracan Condor among older children.
It is not scary to spend a whole day on the territory of PortAventura. You can leave your belongings in a safe storage room, and have a snack or even a hearty lunch in any of the local restaurants, where, in addition to national dishes from different countries of the world, there is certainly a children's menu.
