Girona–Costa Brava Airport (GRO)
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Electricity
Spain’s power grid operates at 230 volts with a frequency of 50 Hz, using Type F (Schuko plug) and Type C (Europlug) outlets. Both types accept plugs with two round prongs, common across continental Europe.
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Passport & Visa
Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Spain, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.
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Best Time to Visit
Girona, located in Spain's northeastern Catalonia region, has a temperate climate throughout the year. The hottest months are June, July and August, with daytime temperatures easily reaching 30°C. During this period, the city becomes a favourite haunt for tourists from the world over, and the accommodation prices go up 60%. You can enjoy slightly cooler weather and more moderate prices during the shoulder seasons in April, May, September and even October. A notable exception is mid-May, when the city hosts the well-attended Temps de Flors festival. This event fills the historic centre with elaborate floral displays, creating a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere. Be aware that the festival draws very large crowds.
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Bicycle
Girona, with its road biking routes is the perfect spot for cycling enthusiasts, pros and beginners. Cycling in the narrow streets of the city or in wider ones just a few metres away from the stone city walls will be an unforgettable experience, though it might be tiring if you aren't a pro. Contact Bikecat and book your cycling tour around Girona, or rent a bike from the aptly named Bike Rent Girona, and discover the city's hidden wonders. You can also subscribe to the public bicycle service called Girocleta, which provides bicycles for short journeys at stations located throughout the city. There is a 1-day option for visitors.
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Public Transport
Girona’s compact size makes its historic centre ideal for exploring on foot. For journeys further afield, the city offers ten local bus routes serving all major neighbourhoods. Purchase single tickets or travel cards directly from the driver when boarding. Intercity buses connect Girona to towns across Catalonia. The city’s main railway station, located west of the Old Town on Plaça d’Espanya, provides conventional services to Barcelona, Portbou, and the French border. It also serves as a stop on high-speed AVE routes linking Paris, Marseille, Toulouse, Figueres, Barcelona and Madrid.
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Taxi
You can also order a car from Taxi Girona (+34 972 222 323) or Girotaxi (+34 627 440 440). There is no Uber in Girona, but you can use a local app called Gitaxi. The rates are defined by the local government. There are taxi ranks at the train station and in front of the main Post Office, near Plaça de la Independència.
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Post
There's a beautiful Oficina de Correos building on Avinguda Ramón Folch for all your mailing needs. Stamps are also sold in tobacconist's shops (estancos), recognised by the "T" sign.
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Pharmacy
Pharmacies are marked with an illuminated red or green cross. To find an open pharmacy outside regular business hours, go to the nearest pharmacy and look at the rotation schedule with addresses printed on the door, or consult the schedule online.
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Phone
Country code: +34 Area code: 972 for fixed-line numbers & 872 for mobile numbers
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