Overview
Platja d'Aro is Costa Brava's main leisure hub—a purpose-built resort town centred on a long sandy beach and a buzzing promenade packed with bars, restaurants, and shops. Families and young partygoers flock here in summer for the safe swimming coves, waterfront nightlife, and easy access to historic inland villages.
Beach · Day Trips · Family Travel · Nightlife · Shopping
Before you go
Accommodation
32 hotels, 1,600 apartments, and 3 campgrounds. Book well ahead for July-August. Campgrounds offer the best budget value. Prices halve outside peak season.
Connectivity
Full 5G coverage from all Spanish carriers as of January 2024. Spanish prepaid SIMs (€10–20) available at estancos.
Money
Euro (€) is the local currency. ATMs are plentiful along the promenade. Credit and debit cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops.
Transport
Local buses (teisa) run to Palamós, Sant Feliu de Guíxols, and Calonge. The nearest train station is in Girona or Caldes de Malavella, requiring a bus connection. Road access via AP-7 exit 9.
Weather
Hot Mediterranean climate: 28–32 °C in July-August, 20–25 °C in May and September. Peak summer sun is intense; use sunscreen and seek shade 12:00–16:00.