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Salou

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"Offering fantastic beaches and a multitude of bars and restaurants, holidaying here is easy and enjoyable."

WELCOME TO SALOU

Cruise Nation are delighted to bring you our great range of Salou Cruise & Stay Holidays. These packages all feature a cruise sailing from Barcelona which is one of the biggest cruise ports in the Mediterranean. This means that Cruise Nation bring you massive choice on cruise lines to sail with throughout the year. Our Salou Smart Packages feature FREE stays in one of many handpicked hotels which are all centrally located in Salou providing you with the ideal base from which to explore all that this exciting destination has to offer.

A beach full of people in Salou

With our Salou Cruise & Stay packages, your flights will always be included. We also offer flights from a number of regional airports throughout the UK giving you much greater flexibility and making your holiday experience as smooth as possible.

The shore of Salou

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Weather in the Mediterranean

Salou’s weather is a Mediterranean delight, offering warm summers, mild winters, and plenty of sunshine to enjoy this coastal gem year-round. Summers, from June to September, are gloriously warm, with temperatures ranging from 25–30°C. Long, sunny days make it ideal for basking on golden beaches, enjoying water sports, or strolling along the vibrant promenade lined with shops and cafés. A light sea breeze keeps things pleasantly comfortable even on the hottest days.

Spring and autumn are equally inviting, with temperatures between 18–25°C. In spring, the town blossoms with flowers, and the weather is perfect for exploring the nearby PortAventura theme park or hiking in the surrounding hills. Autumn offers warm seas and quieter beaches, making it a relaxing time to soak up Salou’s laid-back charm.

Winters are mild and peaceful, with temperatures around 10–15°C. While the pace slows, the sunny days and crisp air are perfect for exploring local attractions or enjoying the scenic coastal views. No matter the season, Salou’s weather ensures a delightful mix of relaxation and adventure.

Things to do in Salou

Whilst there’s plenty to keep you occupied during your stay in Salou, it’s also a great base for exploring neighbouring attractions such as Reus, the birthplace of the famous architect Gaudi and Cambrils – a beautiful fishing village with an excellent array of seafood restaurants.

And the perfect ending to a perfect stay in Salou is releasing your inner thrill seeker and visiting PortAventura World! With a wide variety of electrifying rides and attractions, you will have a whale of a time.

A promenade in Salou, Spain

Tourist Train

Tourist Train

With two different routes available to choose from, including shuttling you to PortAventura World, you will be able to discover the famous sights and secrets of Salou, such as the Monument to the Pescador, the Far of Salou and the church of Santa Maria del Mar.


A Rollercoaster in Portaventura World in Salou, Spain

Portaventura World

Portaventura World

This epic theme park is the biggest in Southern Europe and it attracts an astounding 4 million visitors a year. As well as the main theme park and its myriad of rides, you can find the newly launched Ferrari Land which is jam packed full of adventure making you feel like an official F1 Driver throughout the day. And don’t forget to pack your towel and swimwear for a swimmingly good time at Caribe Aquatic Park, slip and slide down the thrilling Mambo Limbo, splash around in La Laguna de Woody, where boredom has no place or choose to sit back and relax, at Bahama Beach whilst listening to the gentle lapping of waves.

Camp Nou Football Stadium in Barcelona

Barcelona

Barcelona

Visit the Camp Nou, home to Barcelona Football Club or see one of Antoni Guadi’s works which are dotted around the city.

Multicoloured Waterslides

Aquopolis Costa Dorada

Aquopolis Costa Dorada

With rides such as the Boomerang and Kamikaze, you’ll enjoy an adrenaline filled day like no other. If you prefer your water parks at a slower pace, why not relax in the Blue Lagoon with its delightful waterfalls and tropical airs.


The coast of Salou, Spain

Costal Path

Costal Path

There’s nothing more pleasant than taking a stroll along the seafront whilst enjoying the sunshine and the fresh sea air. The Coastal Path is referred to as El Camino de Ronda – the Way Round. The best place to start your walk is the terraces of Paseo Colon and walking around to Cala Crancs – once a favourite haunt for pirates! The walk is 1,600 metres long and takes about 1h15m to complete.

A fountain show being lit up by blue and purple lights in Salou, Spain

Fountain Show

Fountain Show

During certain times of the year these beautiful fountains have spectacular shows, shooting water in all different directions and high up in the air accompanied by beautiful coloured lights which give the water an ethereal appearance.

Salou's Lighthouse

The Lighthouse of Salou

The Lighthouse of Salou

It’s an area of panoramic natural beauty so make sure to pack your camera to capture it!

The beaches in Salou include the main Llevant Beach, however there is also the Platja de Ponent, Platja dels Capellans and Cala Crancs. Where if you feel like being a little more active, it is a great hotspot for snorkelling, windsurfing and golf.

Salou Beach
A beach full of people in Salou

Take some time to explore the beautiful coastal path, where you can pay a visit to the Lighthouse of Salou which rewards visitors with stunning panoramic coastal views. Come evening, make sure to put on your dancing shoes as this resort town is packed with live music events and an infectious sense of fun.

A coastal path in Salou

Restaurants

A fancy steak meal

La Morera de Pablo i Esther

La Morera de Pablo i Esther

The Morera de Pablo i Esther is set in a quiet area of Salou, away from the main promenade. Offering an excellent fine-dining experience, this restaurant is a popular place for the locals of Salou and often gets booked up weeks in advance.

Group of Friends having drinks

La Goleta

La Goleta

This traditional restaurant specialises in delicious seafood dishes. Its wondeful patio overlooks one of Salou’s many beaches, so you can dine watching the sun set. If you want to eat inside instead, La Goleta’s clever designs means you can look out onto the beach whilst dining.

A Couple at dinner Drinking wine

The Roadhouse

The Roadhouse

This hip venue has a welcoming ambience for all ages and it offers simple yet deliciously tasty favourites such as steak, burgers, fajitas and pizza. To drink they have incredible freakshakes and luscious frozen cocktails.

Clean Wine glasses and plates

Cook and Travel

Cook and Travel

Classic cuisine with a creative twist is what you’ll find at Cook and Travel. An incredible amount of care and attention goes into each Mediterranean dish. With inspiration from Mexican and Peruvian cooking, it really needs to be tasted to be believed.

A Glass of Guinness

The Guinness Tavern

The Guinness Tavern

For the heartiest of meals served with a smile, the Guinness Tavern delivers. With great food, great service and great Guinness it is a must when out in Salou. It offers no-frill meals which hit the spot every time. This restaurant will be a regular must whilst on holiday in Salou.

Nightlife

Group of Friends having drinks

Koko Beach Club

Koko Beach Club

For the best cocktails in Salou, head to Koko Beach Club which features chic white sofas and fresh, colourful turquoise design accents. There’s plenty of outdoor seating so that you can enjoy the incredible sea view – making the sunset a picture perfect moment!

Group of Friends having drinks

Chaplins Salou

Chaplins Salou

For a night to remember head to Chaplins Salou, which hosts live performances 6 nights a week. With two rooms you can either listen to classic caberet or belt your heart out on the karaoke next door. Not only does it cater for the adults, it also hosts kids shows with Disney Princesses.

People dancing in a nightclub

Danny Boy

Danny Boy

As one of the most popular bars and cafes in Salou, Danny Boy is a cornerstone of Salou nightlife. Danny Boy’s welcoming Irish hospitality makes it a must for couples and families alike, with live sport and music shown throughout the week, why not pop in.

A group of people sitting around a pool at a beach club

Chiringuito Yayo Morabito

Chiringuito Yayo Morabito

Located on one of Salou’s beautiful beaches, Morabito is a quirky little bar which boasts no walls and beautiful views whichever way you look. With its locality to Salou’s shops and its port, this little slice of the beach is great whatever time you visit.

People dancing in a nightclub

Flash Back Salou

Flash Back Salou

If you want a high class of clubbing, Flash Back is where you’ll find it. It boasts 2 different nightclub areas, 8 bars, a restaurant lounge and a VIP area. With a wide variety of music, from pop rock to the 80’s classics, Flash Back is sure to cater to your style of music.

Events

Rows of fabric patterns

Salou Winter Festival

Salou Winter Festival

The Salou Winter Festival takes place in the last week of January, stretching into February. There’s a wide range of events and activities that take place for all ages. The culminating moment has to be what is known as Cos Blanc.

A Seafood Paella

Feria Sabor

Feria Sabor

This annual gastro-event takes place every year over a weekend in late March/early April. The town’s restaurants set up stalls along the seafront promenade and offer their best dishes for visitors to enjoy.

A Tapas Bar in Barcelona

Gastrotour

Gastrotour

Taking place every year, usually in May, the Gastrotour provides an excellent way for visitors to explore the local cuisine. The Gastrotour is a route around participating restaurants, bars, cafes and ice cream parlours, which have created tapas and other dishes specifically for the event.

What's Included

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Return flights included from a choice of UK airports.

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FREE Handpicked Salou Hotel Stay.

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Discounts for Tickets to Salou Excursions

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A Choice of Accommodation on Ship.

A Knife and Fork

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Snacks in Selected Ship Eateries.

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Hot drinks, Ice Tea's, Lemonade, Juices, and Water in Select Buffet Venues.

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Use of swimming pools, hot tubs, fitness centre and leisure facilities where available.

Theatre Masks

Entertainment & Activities, Day & Night, Inc Theme Nights & Parties.

A Child

Fantastic Youth Programmes from Babies to 17 years old.

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Ship Port Taxes & Fees

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