What to visit The essentials

Figueres is a vital city to enjoy in each of the seasons of the year with various activities: museums, fairs, parties, leisure, shopping, sport... Visit Figueres, come to the capital of the Alt Empordà region and fill your time with unique experiences!

Salvador Dalí’s Birthplace

At the house where Salvador Dalí was born a voyage of discovery awaits you, a visual and auditory journey through the different aspects of this universal and multifaceted figure. A unique space in which the thousand faces of Dalí unfold.

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Dalí Theatre-Museum

The Dalí Theatre-Museum is considered Salvador Dalí’s last great masterpiece, conceived and designed by the artist himself to offer visitors a true experience and immerse them in his captivating and unique world.

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Sant Ferran castle

Due to its vast surface area (32 hectares) and its long perimeter (3,120 metres), it’s the largest modern fortress (from the 18th century) in Europe. Its sophisticated construction techniques applied to the military engineering of the era and the exceptional views of Figueres and the Empordà will amaze you.

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The Markets

On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, Figueres comes alive with its bustling markets. A hub for both locals and tourists, the clothing market on Passeig Nou and the fruit and vegetable market in Plaça del Gra and Plaça Catalunya are perfect spots to explore and get a taste of the city.

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Historical and commercial centre

Beside La Rambla, a large open-air shopping area extends through the most historic streets of the city. It’s the perfect place for a stroll, where you can discover Figueres’ oldest buildings and hidden corners.

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La Rambla

One of the most iconic urban areas in Figueres. This tree-lined avenue that’s lively at all times of the day becomes a privileged setting for fairs, festivals and cultural events throughout the year.

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