Don’t Miss Blanes + Tossa—The Ultimate Coastal Day Trip from Barcelona

Just 1.5 hours from Barcelona, the charming town of Blanes (paired with Tossa de Mar) offers stunning cliffs, botanical gardens, and turquoise waters—a must-visit for nature lovers! 🌿 Marimurtra Botanical Garden (Blanes) 📍 Passeig Carles Faust, 9, 17300 Blanes, Girona 🕒 Hours: Summer: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Winter: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Closed on holidays—check官网!) 🎫 Tickets: €10 before 2 PM / €8 after 2 PM (buy at the entrance). Why Visit? ✅ 4,000+ plant species from Mediterranean, tropical, and temperate zones. ✅ Cliffside views of the Mediterranean—Templet de Linné is iconic for photos! ✅ Peaceful vibes (less crowded than city attractions). 🚆 How to Get There 1️⃣ By Train: Take R1 from Barcelona (1.5 hrs to Blanes town center) + 20-min uphill walk. 2️⃣ Private Car/Day Tour: Combine with Tossa de Mar (just 30 mins away)—perfect for K-drama "Legend of the Blue Sea" fans! 📅 Suggested Itinerary ☀️ Morning: Explore Tossa de Mar (medieval castle + hidden coves—see my next guide!). ☀️ Afternoon: Blanes Botanical Garden → Wander among exotic plants + snap cliffside panoramas. 📸 Pro Tips ✔️ Wear comfy shoes—the garden has steep paths. ✔️ Golden hour = best photos (late afternoon light!). ✔️ Pack water/snacks—limited cafes inside. #BarcelonaDayTrips #HiddenGems #Blanes #TossaDeMar #SpainTravel