Sant Martí d'Empúries Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The church in the Sant Martí d’Empúries village. "The name ‘Empúries’ is derived from the Latin ‘Empuriae’ which in turn comes from the Classic Greek word ‘Emporion’ meaning ‘market,’ which is how the Greeks spoke of the colony, the initial purpose of which was to have the advantage of being a commercial power. From the early Middle Ages it had always been known as Empúries, or Vila d’Empúries, which would change to Sant Martí d’Empúries (for the arrival of its church) from 1766, when L’Escala became the municipal capital."
The church in the Sant Martí d’Empúries village. "The name ‘Empúries’ is derived from the Latin ‘Empuriae’ which in turn comes from the Classic Greek word ‘Emporion’ meaning ‘market,’ which is how the Greeks spoke of the colony, the initial purpose of which was to have the advantage of being a commercial power. From the early Middle Ages it had always been known as Empúries, or Vila d’Empúries, which would change to Sant Martí d’Empúries (for the arrival of its church) from 1766, when L’Escala became the municipal capital."
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Sant Martí d'Empúries. Platja del Riuet i punta de Sant Martí
"Sant Martí d’Empúries is a village in the area of the Alt Empordà (Girona) right at the heart of the Costa Brava. It is within the municipality of L’Escala and was the original nucleus of this town. It is situated 200 m. North of the archaeological site of Empúries, and was built around the remains of Palaiàpolis. It became one of the first colonies of the Phocaean colony (575 B.C.), when it was known as Emporion. " [from: http://www.villascoll.com/en/sant-marti-dempuries-4]

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Hotel Costabella

Hotel Costabella

3 out of 5
Avinguda de Franca 61 Sant Ponc Girona
The price is NZ$141 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$141
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Girona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews)
Excellent stay in Girona. We use this hotel as a stopover from the UK to the south of Spain. Very clean, premium in room toiletries (Rituals) and very friendly atmosphere. Our dog travels with us for a small supplement and he can sit in the lounge bar for evening meals/ breakfast. 15 minute walk ...

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Hotel Costabella
Hotel Nord 1901

Hotel Nord 1901

4 out of 5
Calle Nord 7-9 Girona
The price is NZ$233 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
NZ$233
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Girona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (423 reviews)
Big room. Lots of space. Clean

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hotel Nord 1901
Hotel Palau de Bellavista Girona by URH

Hotel Palau de Bellavista Girona by URH

4.5 out of 5
Pujada dels Polvorins, 1 Girona
The price is NZ$163 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$163
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Girona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (945 reviews)
Lovely staff and place

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hotel Palau de Bellavista Girona by URH
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L'Escala Resort

L'Escala Resort

3.5 out of 5
Carrer dels Masos, 4-62 L'Escala
Stay at this aparthotel in L'Escala. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a rooftop terrace and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Platja de Riells and The Site are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (488 reviews)
very good, clean and tidy, carpark just next to the apartment, nearby have supermarket and beach. Nice and relaxing balcony. You just need to bring your shampoo and bath, everything is there for you.

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

L'Escala Resort
Xon's Platja ApartHotel

Xon's Platja ApartHotel

3 out of 5
Carrer Pompeu Fabra, s/n, Empuriabrava Castello d'Empuries
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Empuriabrava. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Platja d'Empuriabrava and Minigolf ...
7.2/10 Good! (585 reviews)
Personnel accueillant, hôtel bien situé, mais chambre non insonorisée. Donc, une nuit sans sommeil… dommage !

Reviewed on 22 June 2025

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Wecamp Cala Montgó

Wecamp Cala Montgó

2 out of 5
Avinguda de Montgó 194 L'Escala Girona
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in L'Escala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Cala Illa Mateua and Cala ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
Simply Amazing
What a magical town and a once in a lifetime views all over I will recommend this place to everyone thank you so much for being so friendly and genuine.

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2024

Wecamp Cala Montgó
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Popular places to visit

Coastline of this beautiful ancient village.

Platja del Moll Grec

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Platja del Moll Grec during your trip to L'Escala? Wander the waterfront and gardens while you're in the area.

Platja del Moll Grec
The coast near the Mediterranean village Sant Martí d’Empúries. On the other side of the bay where you can see the outline of mountains and houses is coast of Roses.

Platja de les Muscleres

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Platja de les Muscleres during your trip to L'Escala? Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its spas.

Platja de les Muscleres

Empuries

You can find out about the history of L'Escala with a stop at Empuries. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Empuries

Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum in L'Escala. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Museum

The Site

You can find out about the history of L'Escala with a visit to The Site. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

The Site

beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach during your trip to L'Escala? Wander the waterfront and gardens while you're in the area.

beach

Activities

L'Escala: SOLÉS Anchovy Factory-Museum Admission and Tasting

L'Escala: SOLÉS Anchovy Factory-Museum Admission and Tasting

NZ$13
per adult
L'Escala: SOLÉS Anchovy Factory-Museum Admission and Tasting
Kayak Rental in Almadrava Beach

Kayak Rental in Almadrava Beach

NZ$49
per traveller
Kayak Rental in Almadrava Beach
Fábrica-Museo de Anchoas Solés Ticket

Fábrica-Museo de Anchoas Solés Ticket

NZ$13
per adult
Fábrica-Museo de Anchoas Solés Ticket
Refreshment Diving Course Experience in L'Estartit

Refreshment Diving Course Experience in L'Estartit

NZ$177
per adult
Refreshment Diving Course Experience in L'Estartit
Private 4-Hour Motorcycle Experience through Medieval Costa Brava

Electric motorcycle trip - Costa Brava (Medieval towns)

NZ$266
per adult
Electric motorcycle trip - Costa Brava (Medieval towns)
Quad tour on the beautiful bay of Rosas

Quad tour on the beautiful bay of Rosas

NZ$256
per traveller
Quad tour on the beautiful bay of Rosas
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