Igualada, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 38,918 residents
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Igualada Muleteer's Museum
Igualada Leather Museum
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Caputxins d'IgualadaIgualada is a town in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 38,918 people. There are 7 notable places to see in and around town, including Basilica of Santa Maria, Igualada and Igualada Muleteer's Museum. The nearest airport is Barcelona (BCN), about 44 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Basilica of Santa Maria, Igualada, Igualada Muleteer's Museum and Igualada Leather Museum.
- Best weather from April and September: daytime highs between 22°C and 26°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Barcelona (BCN) is 31 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Igualada
Ranked by how well known they are.
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Tours & tickets in Igualada
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Igualada can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Igualada are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Igualada and the villages around it is a hire car from Barcelona (BCN), about 44 min away.
Best time to visit Igualada
April and September: daytime highs between 22°C and 26°C with little rain.
- 12°CJan24 mm
- 15°CFeb42 mm
- 19°CMar42 mm
- 22°CApr57 mm
- 23°CMay88 mm
- 27°CJun87 mm
- 32°CJul27 mm
- 32°CAug27 mm
- 26°CSept58 mm
- 23°COct124 mm
- 18°CNov40 mm
- 14°CDec14 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | 3°C | 24 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 4°C | 42 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 19°C | 7°C | 42 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 22°C | 9°C | 57 mm | 11 h |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 88 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 17°C | 87 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 20°C | 27 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 32°C | 20°C | 27 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 26°C | 15°C | 58 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 13°C | 124 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 9°C | 40 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 4°C | 14 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Barcelona (BCN)31 miles, about 44 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)38 miles, about 54 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Girona (GRO)63 miles, about 1 h 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 3 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (32 miles).
Igualada is good for
Around Igualada
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Igualada worth visiting?
Yes. Igualada is known for Basilica of Santa Maria, Igualada, Igualada Muleteer's Museum and Igualada Leather Museum. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Igualada?
April and September, with daytime highs between 22°C and 26°C with little rain.
How do I get to Igualada from the UK?
Fly to Barcelona (BCN), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 44 min by road. Reus (REU) is an alternative, 38 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 3 min.
Is Igualada good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Igualada?
Barcelona (31 miles), Sitges (26 miles), Badalona (34 miles) and Castelldefels (28 miles) are all within an hour or so.