Mataró, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 126,988 residents · on the coast
Mataró is a seaside city in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 126,988 people. There are 11 notable places to see in and around town, including Iluro and Roman villa of Can Llauder. The nearest airport is Barcelona (BCN), about 36 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Iluro, Roman villa of Can Llauder and Mataró Museum.
- On the coast, with 4 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from July to August: daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Barcelona (BCN) is 25 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Mataró
Ranked by how well known they are.
1archaeological site
2archaeological site
3museum
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5basilica
6protected area
7beach
8beach
9beach
10beach
11aqueduct
Tours & tickets in Mataró
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Mataró can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Mataró
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July to August.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Mataró and the villages around it is a hire car from Barcelona (BCN), about 36 min away.
Best time to visit Mataró
July to August: daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
- 14°CJan19 mm
- 15°CFeb52 mm
- 17°CMar64 mm
- 19°CApr72 mm
- 21°CMay66 mm
- 25°CJun89 mm
- 28°CJul28 mm
- 29°CAug56 mm
- 25°CSept94 mm
- 23°COct80 mm
- 19°CNov40 mm
- 15°CDec13 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 6°C | 19 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 7°C | 52 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 9°C | 64 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 11°C | 72 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 13°C | 66 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 19°C | 89 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 28°C | 21°C | 28 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 22°C | 56 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 18°C | 94 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 80 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 19°C | 11°C | 40 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 7°C | 13 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)25 miles, about 36 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Girona (GRO)30 miles, about 42 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)71 miles, about 1 h 42 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 8 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (18 miles).
Mataró is good for
Around Mataró
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Mataró worth visiting?
Yes. Mataró is known for Iluro, Roman villa of Can Llauder and Mataró Museum, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Mataró?
July to August, with daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
How do I get to Mataró from the UK?
Fly to Barcelona (BCN), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 36 min by road. Girona (GRO) is an alternative, 30 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 8 min.
Is Mataró good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Mataró?
Barcelona (18 miles), Lloret de Mar (23 miles), Badalona (12 miles) and Girona (36 miles) are all within an hour or so.