Tucked into the heart of Girona’s old town lies one of the city’s most atmospheric corners: the Pujada de Sant Domènec, a quiet, elegant stairway that seems carved out of time itself. Framed by noble buildings and softened by centuries of footsteps, it’s one of those places that locals cherish and travelers feel lucky to discover.
Here, Renaissance and Baroque architecture meet along the ascending steps: the Calemany Palace, with its refined 16th-century lines; the Palace of the Agullana family, with its noble stone presence; and at the top, the Church of Sant Martí Sacosta, a stunning blend of Baroque and Neoclassical design that catches the light in golden tones.
???? Especially magical in May
While charming year-round, this spot becomes truly enchanting during Temps de Flors, Girona’s beloved flower festival each May. The entire staircase and surrounding façades are transformed with colorful floral displays, turning the old stones into a vivid tapestry of petals, creativity, and Catalan beauty.
???? A Stairway into Cinema
The cinematic quality of the Pujada de Sant Domènec has not gone unnoticed: it has been chosen numerous times as a backdrop for both national and international productions. Most famously, it appeared in HBO’s Game of Thrones as a part of the mysterious and labyrinthine city of Braavos, adding another layer of myth to its already poetic presence.
Quiet, scenic, and steeped in charm, La Pujada de Sant Domènec is one of Girona’s finest hidden corners — a place where architecture, memory, and imagination rise step by step.
