Name: 113 Flower Gardens in Girona's Old Town
Start: 2026-05-09
End: 2026-05-17T23:59:59
Location: Rambla de la Llibertat, 1, Girona 17004

Question 1

How do we get to Girona from Barcelona, and is it worth the trip?

Accepted Answer

Girona is about 100km north of Barcelona, roughly 1.5 hours by train (Renfe from Sants or Passeig de Gràcia) or 1 hour 15 minutes by car via the AP-7 motorway. The train is easier than driving if you want to avoid parking hassles in the old city. It's worth the trip if your family enjoys walking through historic streets and looking at flowers, but it's not a quick day out, so plan for at least 4-5 hours total including travel time.

Question 2

What if the weather is bad?

Accepted Answer

The festival runs rain or shine, and many of the 113 spaces are indoors (churches, cloisters, historic buildings), so you can duck inside if it pours. However, a lot of the displays are in outdoor courtyards and streets, so rain will definitely dampen the experience. If it's very hot, go early in the morning or later in the evening when it's cooler, and bring plenty of water since you'll be walking for hours.

Question 3

Are there places to eat, or should we bring a picnic?

Accepted Answer

Girona's old city has plenty of cafes and restaurants, but they can get busy during the festival. Bring snacks and water to avoid long waits, or plan a proper lunch break at a restaurant you book in advance.

Question 4

What are the evening flowers?

Accepted Answer

Seventeen indoor spaces stay open late with their flower displays lit up. If your kids are night owls, or daytime crowds feel like too much, an evening visit is quieter and cooler.

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