Situated on the Costa Dorada's sun drenched coast, 50 miles
(80km) west of Barcelona and six miles (10km) west of Tarragona,
the popular resort town of Salou is hard to beat for a fun family
vacation. It is fairly spread out and merges with the neighbouring
resorts of La Pineda to the east and Cambrils to the west, all of
which benefit from the string of wonderful clean sandy beaches and
secluded rocky coves. As well as the natural attractions, Salou is
also packed with entertainment for all ages, from watersports to an
aqua park, go-karting and one of Europe's most thrilling theme
parks, Universal's Port Aventura. Sightseers interested in museums
or ancient history will find plenty to occupy them in nearby
Tarragona, or on excursions into the countryside. Salou's seafront
promenade is set with beautifully landscaped gardens and parks;
fountains are lit up at night when holidaymakers stroll to the
restaurants, nightclubs, bars and British-style pubs.
