Visit Barri Vell
Popular places to visit
Girona Cathedral
You can study the exhibits at Girona Cathedral, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Girona. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Walls of Girona
You can learn about the history of Girona with a stop at Walls of Girona. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Jewish History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Jewish History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Girona. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Girona Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Girona Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Girona. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Sant Pere de Galligants
You can study the exhibits at Sant Pere de Galligants, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Girona. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
El Call
Learn about the local history of Girona with a stop at El Call. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Things to do
Palamós: Sunset Boat Tour with Glass of Cava
Barcelona: Barcelona Airport to/from Girona City Center
Olot: Espai Cràter Volcanology Center Entry Ticket
Girona Art Museum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide
Girona: Cathedral of Girona + Art Museum + St. Felix Church
Top hotels in Barri Vell
Hotel Palau Fugit
The hotel is lovely. Great location. But their reservations system got hacked and two credit cards of mine got compromised as a result. I alerted them to the problem and it caused me a lot of grief. Yet when we arrived they apologized but offered no recompense for the travails this caused me. Nothing. ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Costabella
Excellent stay in Girona. We use this hotel as a stopover from the UK to the south of Spain. Very clean, premium in room toiletries (Rituals) and very friendly atmosphere. Our dog travels with us for a small supplement and he can sit in the lounge bar for evening meals/ breakfast. 15 minute walk ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Gran Ultonia
Nicely appointed room that was very quiet. Mattresses might be a bit firm for some. The friendly, helpful staff was as great as they were on our previous visit 10 years ago. Great value and a short stroll from the historic district.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hotel Nord 1901
I researched all the hotels of Girona before my trip and wasn’t sure whether or not to pick Nord 1901 as the reviews were quite mixed, but I’m really pleased I did. The best thing about the hotel is the location, which is ideal for exploring the most interesting and beautiful parts of the city. The ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel & Spa La Terrassa
Very centric location. Near to everything. Good breakfast options. Adécuate rooms.
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
S'Agaró Hotel Spa & Wellness
Charming hotel, great friendly staff, off-seaon vibes, i will definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barri Vell
Old Town Girona
Old Town Girona is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Girona Museum of Art and Girona Cathedral.
Torre Gironella
Torre Gironella is well liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Girona area, you might plan a trip to Walls of Girona or Girona Museum of Art.
el Mercadal
Historical sites, river views and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of el Mercadal. Make a stop by Cinema Museum - Tomàs Mallol Collection or Former Hospital of Santa Caterina while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Centre
While visiting Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Walls of Girona and Girona Museum of Art.
el Carme
Bars and historical sites are notable features of el Carme. You might consider stopping by Gardens of the Wall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Pedret
While Pedret isn't home to many top sights, Onyar River and Girona Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
