Campsites on the Costa Dorada
Golden sands, sparkling water parks and PortAventura on your doorstep: the Costa Dorada packs Roman history, Mediterranean sunshine and family-friendly beach towns into one easy, sun-soaked camping holiday.
About Costa Dorada
Why holiday on the Costa Dorada?
Golden Beaches – Sandy shores named for the colour of the sun-kissed sand.
PortAventura World – Six worlds and over 40 rides, Spain's most visited theme park.
Roman Tarragona – UNESCO heritage, an amphitheatre facing the sea and 14 sites to discover.
Family Certified – Salou, Cambrils and El Vendrell are certified Family Tourism Destinations.
Ebro Delta Nature – Spain's second largest wetland for cycling, kayaking and birdwatching.
Seafood And Wine – Cambrils fish restaurants and the celebrated Priorat wines nearby.
A family holiday on the Costa Dorada
Campsites by the sea on the Costa Dorada
A campsite by the sea on the Costa Dorada means golden sand a few steps from your pitch or mobile home. Calm Mediterranean waters, family-certified resort towns and sunshine make the beach the centre of the day. Camping Park Playa Bara in Roda de Berà sits directly on the sea and adds multiple pools, slides and whirlpools. Camping Taiga Delta de l'Ebre in L'Ampolla offers beachfront family holidays and two outdoor pools next to the Ebro Delta nature.
On holiday with your dog on the Costa Dorada
Your four-legged friend will love the Costa Dorada as much as you do. Sunny days, Mediterranean mountain scenery in the Prades Mountains and Montsant, and the flat tracks of the Ebro Delta make for wonderful walks. Camping Miramar in Mont-roig del Camp welcomes dogs, with dog facilities, and has beachfront access and a charming boutique atmosphere. Camping Tamarit Beach Resort near Tarragona also welcomes dogs and lies directly on the sea, next to Tamarit's sandy beach, castle and nature.
Where to stay on the Costa Dorada
Our Costa Dorada campsites offer something for every travel style. Mobile homes and chalets & bungalows are ideal for families who want a ready-made holiday home with room to spread out. Glamping & safari tents add a touch of adventure for couples and families with older children. Camping pitches suit those who love to bring their own tent or caravan. Camping Park Playa Bara has chalets & bungalows and camping pitches. Camping Estival Torre de la Mora has mobile homes, chalets & bungalows and glamping & safari tents, right on the beach.
All campsites on the Costa Dorada
15 destinations
Camping Miramar
by Maeva
Mont-Roig del Camp, Costa Dorada, Spain
Stacaravan
Camping Taiga Delta de l'Ebre
by Maeva
L'Ampolla, Costa Dorada, Spain
Camping La Torre del Sol
by Maeva
Tarragona, Costa Dorada, Spain
Stacaravan
Camping Caban
Cambrils, Costa Dorada, Spain
Bungalow
Camping Estival Torre de la Mora
by Oravia Travel
Tarragona, Costa Dorada, Spain
Tent, Stacaravan, Chalet
Camping Estival Vendrell Platja
by Oravia Travel
Costa Dorada, Spain
Bungalow, Stacaravan, Safaritent
Camping La Llosa
by Oravia Travel
Cambrils, Costa Dorada, Spain
Bungalow, Stacaravan
Camping Resort La Siesta Salou
by Oravia Travel
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Bungalow
Camping Miramar
by Oravia Travel
Mont-roig del Camp, Costa Dorada, Spain
Stacaravan
Things to do on the Costa Dorada
PortAventura Park
Salou
Six worlds and over 40 rides, from gentle jungle swings to record-breaking thrills.
Caribe Aquatic Park
Salou
Caribbean-themed water park with the Coral Bay family area, open late May to 20 September.
Ferrari Land
Salou
Race F1 simulators and a 570-metre circuit across 70,000 m² of speed.
Tarragona Roman Amphitheatre
Tarragona
Roman seaside arena that once welcomed up to 14,000 spectators.
Tarraco UNESCO Ensemble
Tarragona
Fourteen Roman sites, including the Berà Arch and the Villa of Els Munts.
Poblet Monastery
Vimbodí i Poblet
UNESCO Cistercian monastery where several kings of the Crown of Aragon rest.
Ebro Delta Natural Park
L'Ampolla
Spain's second largest wetland: cycle, kayak and spot birds from hides.
Reus Modernisme
Reus
Wander among Art Nouveau treasures and Gaudí heritage, 10 km from Salou.
Priorat Wine Region
Priorat
Taste famous wines and olive oils, then visit Cartoixa d'Escaladei.
Cambrils Harbour
Cambrils
Fresh fish and shellfish at some of the coast's best restaurants.
Montferri Sanctuary
Montferri
Jujol's boat-shaped sanctuary, sailing towards Montserrat.
Best time to visit Costa Dorada
The Costa Dorada enjoys a calm, mild climate. May is fresh and bright, with 23°C days and a sea of about 18°C. June brings 27°C and 22°C water, which makes it a lovely month for families. July and August are the hottest, with about 30°C days and sea temperatures of 24-25°C, ideal for water parks and beach days. September stays warm at 26°C, with the sea still at 24°C. Caribe Aquatic Park is open from late May to 20 September. Spring and autumn are great for walking, cycling and birdwatching.
Practical tips
- By car: from Utrecht it is about 1604 km, roughly 16 hours of driving without stops, so plan an overnight stop on the way.
- By plane: Reus airport is about 8.4 km from Salou, around 15 minutes by taxi. Barcelona El Prat is about 85 km north of Tarragona.
- PortAventura: plan about 2 days for the theme park and a separate day for Caribe Aquatic Park.
- Ebro Delta: bring or hire a car and set out early on a bike or kayak.
- Food to try: fish and shellfish on the coast, especially in Cambrils, and grilled meats inland.
- Culture calendar: Tarraco Viva in May brings Roman Tarragona to life, and Sant Joan on 23 June is the time to see castells (human towers).
- Entry: the Tarragona Roman amphitheatre is a perfect short stop before a beach afternoon.
We love the Costa Dorada because it lets every member of the family have a different holiday and still sit down together for dinner. Our tip: give PortAventura two days, not one, and keep Caribe Aquatic Park for a separate day, since it is open from late May to 20 September. Then slow down. Spend a morning at Tarragona's Roman amphitheatre, which looks out over the sea, and finish with lunch at the harbour in Cambrils, where the seafood is the star. If your children like adventure, head to the Ebro Delta early in the day for flat cycling tracks and kayaking, with flamingos as a bonus. For couples, we suggest a day in the Priorat for wine and olive oil, or a visit to Poblet, the UNESCO Cistercian monastery. Visit in June or September for 26-27°C days and a sea of 22-24°C. And pick a campsite with a pool as well as a beach: that is the secret to happy children from breakfast to bedtime.
— Our specialist
All campsites on the Costa Dorada at a glance
Camping Caban · Camping Estival Torre de la Mora · Camping Estival Vendrell Platja · Camping La Llosa · Camping La Torre del Sol · Camping La Torre del Sol · Camping Miramar · Camping Miramar · Camping Park Playa Bara · Camping Platja Cambrils · Camping Resort La Siesta Salou · Camping Santa Eulalia · Camping Taiga Delta de l'Ebre · Camping Tamarit Beach Resort · Camping Vilanova Park
Frequently asked questions: Costa Dorada
Is PortAventura close to campsites on the Costa Dorada?
Yes, several of our campsites are a short drive from PortAventura World. Camping La Llosa and Camping Caban, both in Cambrils, are well placed for the park, and Camping Resort La Siesta Salou is close to the best attraction parks. Plan about 2 days for the theme park and an extra day for Caribe Aquatic Park.
How far is the Costa Dorada from the Netherlands by car?
From Utrecht it is about 1604 km, which takes about 16 hours of driving without stops. Many families split the journey with an overnight stop and arrive rested. Alternatively, fly to Reus, which is about 8.4 km from Salou, or to Barcelona El Prat, about 85 km north of Tarragona.
When is the sea warm enough for swimming on the Costa Dorada?
The sea reaches about 22°C in June and about 24°C in July. August is the warmest at about 25°C, and September is still around 24°C. Day temperatures are 27°C in June, about 30°C in July and August, and 26°C in September, so the whole summer is ideal for beach time.
Which Costa Dorada campsites have water parks?
Many of them. Camping Resort La Siesta Salou has a large tropical waterpark, and Camping Park Playa Bara has multiple pools, thrilling slides and whirlpools, directly on the sea. Camping La Llosa and Camping Santa Eulalia also have pools and slides, so every age group has something to splash about in.
What can we do on the Costa Dorada if the weather turns?
There is plenty under a roof. Explore the museums and Roman sites of Tarragona, stroll through the modernist architecture of Reus, or visit the monastery of Poblet. The campsites with water parks are a good back-up plan too. Camping Estival Torre de la Mora and Camping Vilanova Park both have pools and slides.