Make holiday rental accommodation or a villa in Figueres, Spain your home away from home

Figueres, the famous birthplace of Salvador Dali, lies on a river plain in Girona Province in North East Spain. Figueres is full of Catalan culture, which is celebrated with passion with a range of festivals, events and exhibitions throughout the calendar. Perfectly located just miles form the beaches of the Costa Brava, Figueres accommodation in highly sought after for cultural holidays in the glorious sunlight of Catalonia.

Things to do on holiday in Figueres, Spain

As the birthplace of the world’s most famous surrealist artist, many people first take Figueres holidays to explore the home of Salvador Dali, and even if you have arrived in the town with little interest in his work, the Teatre Museu Gala Salvador Dali makes essential viewing for anyone staying in Figueres holiday accommodation. The museum is an incredible place to visit, displaying not only a range of Dali’s works, but the building acts as part of the display in itself, with interactive works springing up throughout, from stereoscopic works to optical games and toys. It truly is an amazing experience, and there is no need to pre-book, but visiting is essential when staying in an apartment or villa in Figueres or in the surrounding area.

There are some other very interesting museums in Figueres, from the huge and delightfully light-hearted Toy Museum (Museu del Joguet) and the Regional Museum (Museu Emporda). The streets of Figueres are great to walk too, filled with excellent Catalan restaurants serving local delicacies with strong French and Spanish influences, excellent shopping and the occasional work of Dali which cannot fail to catch the eye and the imagination. The nightlife in Figueres is also top class, catering for every taste of music and evening entertainment. Thursday is market day in Figueres, which is the perfect time to stock up on local produce and pick up tips on how best to prepare the food.

Places to visit on holiday in Figueres, Spain

Figueres holidays benefit hugely from their proximity to the beautiful beaches of Playa de Aro, a traditional Spanish seaside resort on the Costa Brava. The seafront promenade is perfect for relaxing in the sun, organising water sports or simply watching the world drift by with an ice cream or beer, sheltering from the midday sun.

Weather in Figueres, Spain

The warm Mediterranean climate of Figueres is a delight. The long, hot summer days never disappoint, with temperatures of over 30˚C lasting well into the evening, and daily peaks often heading up towards 40˚C. Winters are very mild, and there is always plenty to do during the winter months to keep you entertained.

Flights to Figueres, Spain

The nearest airport to a holiday rental property in Figueres is Girona Costa Brava Airport (GRO), which is connected to the city by regular busses. Ryanair provide a huge range of flights to Girona from a huge number of British airports, so starting your Figueres holiday should not prove too hard.