Roses, Catalonia

Roses travel guide & transfers

A sunny bay, a Renaissance citadel and the gateway to Cap de Creus

About Roses

Roses sits on one of the most beautiful bays in Europe, with sheltered beaches facing south and wilder coves towards Cap de Creus. The town has a Renaissance citadel with Greek and Roman remains, a busy fishing port and the restaurant scene that once included El Bulli. It is about 155 km from Barcelona Airport and 60 km from Girona Airport.

Top attractions

  • Ciutadella de Roses archaeological site

  • Cala Montjoi and Cala Murtra coves

  • Trinity Castle viewpoint

  • Santa Margarida and Platja de Roses beaches

  • Boat trips to Cap de Creus and Cadaqués

  • Dolmen route in the Rodes mountains

Travel tips

  • The bay is sheltered from the tramontana — a good choice on windy days.
  • Book Cala Montjoi and El Bulli 1846 visits online in summer.
  • Sant Pere de Rodes monastery offers the best view of the whole bay.

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