Sights & Attractions in Catalonia, Valencia, and the Costa Blanca

Catalonia, Valencia, and the Costa Blanca Sights

Named for its wild and dramatic coastline, the Costa Brava is where Salvador Dalí got his inspiration. His birthplace, Figueres, is home to his wacky museum, and the whitewashed fishing village of Cadaqués is where he built his even wackier residence.

Visitors are drawn to the Tarragona region for its extensive Roman remains, including its amphitheater and aqueduct. Southwest of Tarragona are the wetlands of the Ebro Delta, rich in birdlife. Inland lie the rugged Sierra de Beceite mountains and the walled town of Morella. The Ebro River snakes its way through the interior, passing through the historical town of Tortosa. The interior is best explored by car, as bus routes are limited. South of Tortosa, lively resort towns—including Benicarló, Peñíscola, and Benicàssim—dot the Costa del Azahar. The region's crown jewel is artistic Valencia.