On the shores of the Mediterranean, just 18.5 miles north of Barcelona, is the town of Mataró. Its origins date back to the 1st century B.C, with the building of the Can Llauder Roman villa. The ruins of this ancient settlement are today an open-air museum right in the town centre. No doubt you'll want to start your holiday in Mataró as soon as possible.
In summer, Mataró's long beaches are one of its biggest tourist attractions. They are long and wide enough for you to both sunbathe and enjoy typical beach sports like volleyball. The four town beaches – Sant Simó, Ponent, Callao and Varador – all have a wide range of services available, even including Wi-Fi connection points. Varador beach also boasts the "Q" seal of quality, meaning that it is suitable for people with reduced mobility, as well as having sports facilities.
Bargain breaks to Mataró are excellent value that will allow you to discover all the town's secrets, the capital of the Maresme region. To learn more about the area, we recommend you visit the Mataró Museum. Its exhibitions are a journey through the town's history, from Roman and medieval times to the present. Of special interest to visitors to the museum is the fascinating permanent exhibition of Can Marfà knitwear.
Mataró is also known for its beautiful buildings. These include the fine modernist Casa Coll i Regàs, with its striking ornate facade Don't miss the Basilica of Santa Maria, whose interior is a masterpiece of Catalan baroque art.
If you fly into Barcelona airport, you can catch a local train to get to Mataró. There are also several inter-urban bus lines that cover the journey, making it very easy to get around. When you go to plan your visit, check out our special Mataró holiday packages. They will help you get the most out of your trip!
