Top 10 things to do in Cadaqués
Cadaques not only offers a wide selection of cultural activities (art galleries, museums, concerts, traditional events… and gastronomic experiences) but also a broad range of sporting activities such as boating, kayaking, diving, hiking or cycling. One of the main attractions is the excellent hiking opportunities that the Cap de Creus Natural Park provides.
Explore the Cap de Creus National Park
Discover the unique shapes of the rocks carved by wind and erosion, the multitude of plants and the special geological formations (Paratge de Tudela). Cap de Creus provides an ideal setting for hiking, cycling or boating. Head to Cap de Creus Lighthouse and have lunch or dinner at Cap de Creus Restaurant.
Visit the Dali Museum house in Port Lligat
Located just 5 minutes walking distance from Casa del Capitan, a visit to Dali’s museum house is a must. Attracted by the beautiful light, Dali lived and worked in this lovely house for forty years. Visits are organized in small groups and last approximately 60 minutes. Advanced booking is compulsory.
Tel: +34 972 25 10 15 -www.salvador-dali.org
Visit the Santa Maria church in the old town
Wander around the old town and the charming cobbled streets up to highest point, Santa Maria church, where you will enjoy the wonderful view over the bay.
The church has a long and interesting history and holds an amazing 18th c. baroque altarpiece.Discover Cadaques art galleries
With such a rich artistic heritage, Cadaqués has attracted and inspired a large number of artists, many of whom settled in Cadaqués to exhibit their artistic talent.There is still a very important community of artists, and plenty of art galleries in the village.
Diner at Narita restaurant
NARITA has just opened in CADAQUÈS. This tiny restaurant, located in the main square of the village, is offering exquisite tapas and natural wines. Tuna sashimi, tasty gaspacho, fresh salad and vegetables from the local garden, chocolate ganache…
Not to be missed ! Reservations necessary.
Tel: +34 689 104 721, Instagram : @naritacadaques
Enjoy kayaking around Port Lligat
Kayaking is the perfect way to discover hidden caves and small coves that can only be reached from the sea. Located on Port Lligat beach ( 5 mins from casa del capitan), Kayaking Costa Brava also offers guided tours around the Cape. Recommended for all the family.
Tel: +34 972 77 38 06 - info@kayakingcostabrava.com - www.kayakingcostabrava.com
Make a boat trip along the coast
Discover the wide range of beautiful beaches and coves with a rental boat or go for a tour with Gala’s boat.
Our boat (for 8 people) can be rented with a skipper.
Barca Gala, Salvador Dali’s old boat is a traditional fishing boat painted yellow in Port Lligat which can take you on a 1 hour trip from port Lligat to Cap de Creus.
Tel: +34 617 465 757
Motonautica Manel : Boats for rent (with skipper if required). Booking necessary:
Tel: +34 972 15 91 35 –montse@motonauticamanel.com–motonauticamanel.com
Experience one of the best diving sites in the Mediterranean sea
Clear water and preserved bay such as ‘Cala Nans’ or famous spot such as ‘Rata island’ offer excellent diving sites. Thanks to the environment protection in force in the area, there is a rich diversity of marine life.
Tel: +34 609 500175 –julia@divingcapdecreus.com–www.divingcapdecreus.com
Rent a mountain bike
Cadaques is a paradise for nature lovers. Amazing landscape, vineyards and olive tree orchards, medieval villages, beautiful coast…Explore it with a mountain bike (electric or not). Burricleta also organizes guided tours.
Tel: +34 972 116 042 - altemporda@burricleta.com.
Visit Sant Père de Rodes Monastery
Discover the exceptional monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes (14th c.) with its Catalan Romanesque architecture dominating the sea. From there, you can enjoy one of the best views of Cap de Creus. (22 km from Cadaques / 30 min driving).
Tel: +34 972 38 75 59
Last but not least
Yoga classes (1h30) are organized every Monday and Thursday at 9:30 at La Sala (Societat recreativa l’amistat). Price : 8€/person. Private classes can be held at Casa Verda ( 80-120 € depending on the amount of people). Contact : kixegrau@aol.com
