About
The Arab Baths, known locally as the Banys Àrabs, are a monument in Girona, the historic city in Catalonia, Spain. Their address is Carrer del Rei Ferran el Catòlic in the 17004 postcode, so they sit within the city's compact old quarter and are easy to reach on foot as part of a wider walk.
What you will see
The building dates from the 12th century and is in the Romanesque style. It is a public bath house, and its design draws on both Roman and Islamic bathing traditions. The most striking feature is the central pool, which is surrounded by columns and arches. Walking through the space, you can see how the rooms were arranged around the water and how light enters through the openings above.
What kind of visit it makes
- Good for: visitors interested in medieval architecture and the history of public bathing
- Suits: a short, focused visit that can be combined with other sights in the city
- Bring: a camera, as the arches and reflections in the pool are the main attraction
Because the monument is compact, most visitors will spend a modest amount of time inside. It works well as one stop in a day spent exploring Girona's old town, with its narrow streets and historic buildings close by.
If you need to confirm details before your trip, the monument can be reached by telephone at +34 972 190 797.