Tarragona city, an Internationally recognized tourist destination
The city of Tarragona has experienced constant tourism growth in the last two years, with a notable increase in travelers and overnight stays in hotels, campsites, cruise passengers, and apartments in Tarragona. According to the latest 2024 data provided by public organizations such as the National Institute of Statistics, the number of travelers in tourist establishments in Tarragona has reached 563,862, a 3.36% increase compared to the previous year. The number of overnight stays in 2024 has been 1,653,741, also including these four types of establishments, with a growth of 5.46%. These figures also reflect the growing appeal of Tarragona as an international and year-round tourist destination. In addition, the average length of stay has seen a slight increase of 2.03% compared to 2023, reaching an average of 2.93 nights per traveler, mainly due to the growth in stays at campsites and apartments. Apartments in Tarragona as a Driving Force in the Tourist Destination In fact, one of the most significant developments of 2024 has been the remarkable growth of tourist apartments in Tarragona. This sector has experienced significant expansion, reaching 100,213 overnight stays recorded last year, partly thanks to the collaboration of TGNA Tarragona Apartaments as a new data provider for various public organizations. This technical contribution from the various apartment buildings associated with the Federation of Hospitality Business Associations of the Province of Tarragona has allowed for better sector monitoring and a significant increase in the visibility of tourist statistics in the city of Tarragona. However, it is important to note that the number of tourist rental properties marketed in Tarragona city is 733 establishments and 3,362 beds as of November 2024. This confirms the desired effect by the Generalitat of Catalonia resulting from the application of Decree Law 3/2023, dated November 7, regarding urgent measures for the urban planning regime of tourist rental properties. Tarragona city continues to strengthen its position as a top destination in Catalan tourism, with a strong boost in the tourist apartment sector in Tarragona.
