Lloret de Mar Holidays: Beaches, Coves and Getting There
Província de Girona · Catalonia · Spain · 37,350 residents · on the coast
Lloret de Mar is a coastal town of around 37,350 people in the Província de Girona, Catalonia, sitting just 14 metres above the sea. Its draw is plain to see on a map: a string of beaches and coves runs either side of the centre, from Platja de Lloret, a few minutes' walk from the middle of town, out to Platja de Canyelles about two miles away. Between swims there is the Museo del Mar, two castles and the Santa Clotilde botanical garden. With Girona airport roughly 20 minutes' drive away and direct flights from the UK, it suits a family week by the sea as well as a longer summer fortnight.
Why go
- Platja de Lloret lies about a quarter of a mile from the centre, so the beach is never far.
- Girona airport is around 15 miles away, roughly a 20-minute drive, with direct flights from the UK.
- July is the driest month, with highs near 29°C and only about three rainy days.
Top sights in Lloret de Mar
Beaches, Coves, Castles and a Garden
Lloret de Mar is above all a beach town, and the best-known stretches are spread along the shore. Platja de Fenals lies about 0.8 miles from the centre, Cala d'en Trons about a mile, Platja de sa Boadella around 1.3 miles and Platja de Santa Cristina about 1.6 miles. Closest of all is Platja de Lloret, the town beach roughly a quarter of a mile away, while Platja de Canyelles sits furthest out at around 1.9 miles.
For something other than sand, the Museo del Mar is a museum about a quarter of a mile from the centre, and the Castell de Sant Joan de Lloret, a listed cultural property, stands roughly 0.6 miles away. Smaller coves fill the gaps: Cala Banys and Sa Caravera are both around 0.3 miles out, Sa Caleta about 0.7 miles and Cala dels Frares roughly 0.75 miles, near the Castell d'en Plaja. The Jardín Botánico Santa Clotilde, a botanical garden about 1.3 miles from the centre, adds a greener half-day.
Tours, tickets and activities in and around Lloret de Mar can be booked directly on this page.
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Tours & tickets in Lloret de Mar
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Lloret de Mar can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Lloret de Mar
Choosing Your Base in Lloret
Staying in or near the centre puts Platja de Lloret, Cala Banys, Sa Caravera and the Museo del Mar all within easy walking distance, which is the simplest choice for families who want the beach on the doorstep and no need for car hire.
If you would rather wake up near one of the larger outlying beaches, the area around Platja de Fenals, under a mile from the centre, or further along towards Santa Cristina and Canyelles, puts you a little away from the town itself. The page shows live hotel prices so you can compare areas for your dates.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Lloret de Mar and the villages around it is a hire car from Girona (GRO), about 21 min away.
Best time to visit Lloret de Mar
When to Go to Lloret de Mar
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
July and August are the best months for a beach holiday here. Both reach highs of around 29°C with nights near 21°C, and July is the driest month of the year, with roughly 17 mm of rain over about three days. August is equally warm but a little wetter.
The wettest period is autumn: September and October bring the most rain, around 84 mm and 87 mm respectively, spread over ten or eleven days. June is already warm at about 25°C, while May has the most rainy days of the year despite pleasant highs near 21°C. Winters are mild rather than warm, with January highs around 14°C and lows near 5°C.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 5°C | 18 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 6°C | 55 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 9°C | 56 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 18°C | 10°C | 73 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 13°C | 53 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 18°C | 68 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 29°C | 21°C | 17 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 21°C | 59 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 17°C | 84 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 87 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 11°C | 50 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 5°C | 38 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Getting to Lloret from the UK
Girona airport is the closest, about 15 miles away and roughly a 20-minute drive, with direct flights from the UK. Barcelona airport, also served directly from the UK, is around 48 miles away, about an hour and ten minutes by car. Reus is a third option with direct UK flights, though it sits roughly 95 miles away, around two and a quarter hours' drive.
If you are driving down, allow about 15 hours behind the wheel from Calais. The nearest ferry port is Barcelona, around 42 miles away, with sailings to Palma, Alcúdia, Maó, Ciutadella and Ibiza, as well as routes to Italy and Morocco, handy if you want to add an island leg to your trip.
By air
- Girona (GRO)15 miles, about 21 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)48 miles, about 1 h 9 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)95 miles, about 2 h 15 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 54 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (42 miles).
Lloret de Mar is good for
Around Lloret de Mar
Day Trips Along the Coast
Blanes is the nearest neighbour, about 3 miles away, and Tossa de Mar, a smaller town of around 5,000 people, is roughly 5 miles along the coast. Further south, Malgrat de Mar lies about 7 miles away, Santa Susanna around 8 miles, Pineda de Mar about 9 miles and Calella around 12 miles.
Heading the other way, Sant Feliu de Guíxols is about 11 miles off, and inland Hostalric, a small town of around 3,400 people, sits at a similar distance, making a change from the seaside.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
Lloret is a sizeable town of more than 37,000 residents, so you will find it busier than smaller neighbours such as Tossa de Mar; if you want a quieter beach, the coves further from the centre are worth the walk.
If your dates are flexible, aim for July rather than September or October, when the heaviest rain of the year tends to fall. And with Girona airport so close, a short transfer means you can make the most of arrival and departure days.
Questions people ask
Which airport is closest to Lloret de Mar?
Girona airport is the closest, about 15 miles away and roughly a 20-minute drive, and it has direct flights from the UK. Barcelona airport is the main alternative, around 48 miles away or about an hour and ten minutes by car, also with direct UK flights.
What is the best month to visit Lloret de Mar?
July and August are the best months for a beach holiday, both with highs around 29°C. July is the driest month of the year, with roughly 17 mm of rain over about three days, so it is the safest bet for sunshine.
Is Lloret de Mar good for families?
Yes, the town is strongly geared towards families. Platja de Lloret is about a quarter of a mile from the centre, the Museo del Mar is close by, and beaches such as Platja de Fenals and Cala d'en Trons are each about a mile away.
How long does it take to drive from Calais to Lloret de Mar?
Allow roughly 15 hours of driving from Calais to Lloret de Mar, not counting stops. Most people break the journey with an overnight stop in France, which makes the trip far more comfortable.
When does it rain most in Lloret de Mar?
Autumn is the wettest time. September brings around 84 mm of rain and October about 87 mm, over ten or eleven rainy days. May has the most rainy days of the year, around twelve, though with less total rainfall.
What day trips can I take from Lloret de Mar?
Tossa de Mar is about 5 miles along the coast and Blanes about 3 miles away. Sant Feliu de Guíxols and the inland town of Hostalric are both around 11 miles off, while Calella is about 12 miles south.