Terrassa, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 218,535 residents
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Terrassa is a city in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 218,535 people. There are 10 notable places to see in and around town, including Terrassa Cathedral and mNACTEC. The nearest airport is Barcelona (BCN), about 27 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Terrassa Cathedral, mNACTEC and Parc de Vallparadís.
- Best weather from July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Barcelona (BCN) is 19 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Terrassa
Ranked by how well known they are.
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4palace
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6castle
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8monastery
9archaeological site
10golf courseReal Club de Golf El Prat
2 miles from the centre · Photo
Golf club in Barcelona area, Catalonia, Spain
Tours & tickets in Terrassa
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Terrassa can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Terrassa are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Terrassa and the villages around it is a hire car from Barcelona (BCN), about 27 min away.
Best time to visit Terrassa
July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 12°CJan43 mm
- 14°CFeb36 mm
- 16°CMar55 mm
- 18°CApr89 mm
- 22°CMay79 mm
- 27°CJun61 mm
- 30°CJul35 mm
- 29°CAug60 mm
- 25°CSept100 mm
- 21°COct116 mm
- 16°CNov57 mm
- 14°CDec25 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | 3°C | 43 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 14°C | 5°C | 36 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 7°C | 55 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 18°C | 9°C | 89 mm | 11 h |
| May | 22°C | 12°C | 79 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 17°C | 61 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 20°C | 35 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 20°C | 60 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 16°C | 100 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 13°C | 116 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 16°C | 8°C | 57 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 5°C | 25 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)19 miles, about 27 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Girona (GRO)45 miles, about 1 h 4 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)53 miles, about 1 h 15 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 4 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (16 miles).
Terrassa is good for
Around Terrassa
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Terrassa worth visiting?
Yes. Terrassa is known for Terrassa Cathedral, mNACTEC and Parc de Vallparadís. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Terrassa?
July, with daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Terrassa from the UK?
Fly to Barcelona (BCN), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 27 min by road. Girona (GRO) is an alternative, 45 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 4 min.
Is Terrassa good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Terrassa?
Barcelona (14 miles), Sitges (25 miles), Badalona (14 miles) and Calella (33 miles) are all within an hour or so.