Reus is situated in north east Spain on the Costa Dorada. Its a historic city with a number of interesting sights to visit and when you need to take some time out you can find an excellent choice of bars, restaurants and shops. The greatest method to explore Reus and the surrounding area is by car. Its not difficult to drive to the Autopista del Mediterraneo which is the principal motorway going north to south along Spain’s eastern coast.

Reus International airport is just 2km from the city and about 80km south of Barcelona. From your railway station in Reus there is a daily train service to Barcelona which takes about 55 minutes. Reus is most well-known for being the home of the well-known architect Antoni Gaudi, but it boasts no examples of his work while the finest Modernist creations are by Lluis Domenech I Montaner.

Within the old quarter of Reus you’ll discover the Gothic San Pedro church (Antonio Gaudi was christened here on 26th June 1852), and also the Prim-Rull Museum. The Reus Tourist Office offers scheduled excursions to buildings which are usually closed towards the public plus free entrance to the Salvador Vilaseca Museum and the Art and History Museum with paintings and drawings.

Reus has for numerous centuries been notable for the production of wines and spirits (particularly brandy). Other products consist of olives and hazelnuts. A recommended tour of Reus starts in the Plaza de Prim with its beautiful Theatre Fortuny along Calle de Monterols to Plaza del Mercadal with the modernist Casa Navas which still contains all its period furniture, coffered ceilings and lamps. Plaza de Sant Pere has a sixteenth century Gothic church with an octagonal bell tower from which you can see the whole of the Costa Dorada.

Within the month of June Reus holds its biggest festivals with live music within the squares every night and street entertainments including Castellers which are the famous towers made of men. Once you’ve seen the main attractions that Reus city has to offer, you might like to give consideration to a day trip to Tarragona, Salou or Montblanc.

Like Girona Airport, Reus Airport is also offered by Ryanair as a low cost route to Barcelona. Reus Airport is just 6 kilometres from Reus. It is an hour and a half drive to Barcelona in your Reus car hire (100 Km). There are direct flights from Dublin Airport to Reus Airport.

Reus is located in south east Catalonia. Gaudi was originally from Reus however none of the great mans works can be found in Reus. The town however does boast works by the great Lluís Domènech i Montaner including the Casa Navàs and Casa Gasull. Hop into your Reus Airport rental car and head for Barcelona if you wish to discover the works of Gaudi.

It is worth dropping into the tourist office in Reus once you arrive. Tours to exclusive buildings can be arranged as well as gaining free entry to the Art and History Museum and Salvador Vilaseca Museum.

Golf enthusiasts can choose from 4 excellent golf courses within short driving distance of Reus.

• Golf Bonmont Teres Noves
• Club de Golf Reus Aigüesverds
• Panoramica Golf and Country Club
• Costa Dorada Golf Club

A great spot for a family day out is the Port Aventura theme park. It is a short eight kilometre drive in your Reus rental car. This is one of the largest theme parks in Europe. There are a multitude of rides and attractions to get stuck into.

If your final destination is Barcelona it may be possible to save money by choosing to land in Reus Airport or Girona Airport. Check all flight and car hire costs and see what works best. There is certainly no shortage of options for Irish people looking to visit this part of Spain.