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Roses to Cadaqués by boat along Cap de Creus

Boat trip from Roses to Cadaqués along the Cap de Creus coast, with a phone audio guide and 1.5 hours free in Cadaqués. One of the classic day trips from Girona. Rated 4.5/5 from 414 reviews.

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Photo credits
  1. «Cadaqués bay 2.JPG», by Antonio De Lorenzo, Marina Ventayol, CC BY 2.5 · source
  2. «Cap de Creus 3.jpg», by Gordito1869, CC BY 3.0 · source
  3. «From Cap de Creus, direction to Cadaqués.jpg», by Pimlico27, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
  4. «Cadaques - 36119071453.jpg», by Nicolas Vigier, CC0 · source
  5. «Port Lligat, Cadaqués (Gerona) - panoramio (2).jpg», by velomartinez, CC BY-SA 3.0. )_-_panoramio_(2).jpg · source
  6. «Cadaques des des volcan.jpg», by Astrubi, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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Practical details

Duration
3 h 30 min
Guide languages
English · Spanish · ca · French · German · Italian
Mobile ticket
No need to print
Instant confirmation
Right after booking
Wheelchair accessible
No
Minimum age
No restriction
Pets
Not allowed
Cancellation
Free up to 24h before

Highlights

  • The Cap de Creus Natural Park coastline seen from the sea
  • The Roca del Gat (Cat Rock) and Cala Nans lighthouse
  • 1.5 hours free in Cadaqués, Dalí's village
  • Phone audio guide in 8 languages
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Our take

The road to Cadaqués is all hairpin bends; arriving by sea is prettier and takes you past the wildest stretch of the Cap de Creus coast. The 1.5-hour stop is tight but enough for the village. A good choice if you are based in Girona and want to see Cadaqués without driving the last stretch.

What's included

  • Return boat trip
  • Phone audio guide (English, Spanish, Catalan, French, German, Italian, Dutch and Russian)
  • 1.5-hour stop in Cadaqués
  • Bar service on board (drinks extra)

Not included

  • Transport to Roses
  • Food and drinks
  • Entry to the Dalí House-Museum in Portlligat

Good to know

What to bring

  • Sunglasses and a hat
  • A light jacket: it is windy at sea
  • Comfortable shoes for Cadaqués

Not suitable for

  • People prone to seasickness when there is a swell

Things to keep in mind

  • Departures can be delayed by sea conditions
  • The audio guide plays on your phone: bring battery and earphones
  • To visit the Dalí House-Museum in Portlligat, book the ticket separately: capacity is very limited

Meeting point

Roses harbour (Girona). Depending on the option, there are also departures from Empuriabrava; the exact point is on your voucher.

Els Blaus de Roses leaves from the Roses seafront, next to the harbour. From Girona it is about 50 minutes by car on the C-260, or take the direct Sarfa bus to Roses. Arrive 15 minutes before departure.

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The experience

What you will see

The boat leaves Roses and follows the coast of the Cap de Creus Natural Park to Cadaqués:

  • Cala Nans lighthouse and slate cliffs that are best seen from the sea.
  • The Roca del Gat, a rock shaped like a cat by the wind.
  • Cadaqués, the white village that inspired Dalí, with 1.5 hours free.

How it works

You choose a departure time, show your voucher when boarding and listen to the audio guide on your phone during the crossing of just under an hour. In Cadaqués you have free time, then return on the same boat to Roses.

Who I recommend it for

  • Anyone who wants to see Cadaqués without driving the winding road.
  • Visitors based in Girona or Figueres looking for a half-day trip.
  • Families: it is a short, easy outing.

Who I don't recommend it for

  • Anyone who wants to spend the day in Cadaqués: 1.5 hours is short.
  • Anyone who gets seasick easily when the tramontana wind blows.

Accessibility

Check with the provider before booking: boarding is via a gangway from the quay.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

How long do you get in Cadaqués?
An hour and a half. That is enough to walk the old town, climb to Santa Maria church and have a drink on the seafront. There is not enough time for the Dalí House-Museum in Portlligat unless you have a timed ticket and walk fast.
How do I get to Roses from Girona?
About 50 minutes by car. By bus, Sarfa runs a direct Girona-Roses line in just over an hour.
Can I return by land?
The ticket is a return boat trip. If you want to stay longer in Cadaqués you would have to go back by bus on your own.
What if there is a storm?
If the sea is too rough to sail, the provider cancels and refunds you or changes the date.

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