Tourism statisticsCity2026
Tarragona Tourism Statistics: 519,805 Arrivals in 2025
Tarragona, in Catalonia, Spain, recorded 519,805 tourist arrivals in 2025, Ajuntament de Tarragona reports. AirROI estimates 12,157 Airbnb stays in Tarragona in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was January.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 77,813
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 6.4 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 81%
Key facts
Tarragona Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Ajuntament de Tarragona puts Tarragona at 519,805 tourist arrivals in 2025.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Tarragona at 12,157 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Tarragona added up to 77,813 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Tarragona lasted 6.4 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 60 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Tarragona in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by July and June, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Tarragona ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Tarragona in August were booked furthest ahead, about 88 days, against 30 days for February, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 81% of Tarragona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by France at 20% and the United Kingdom at 16%.
- Among Tarragona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Barcelona was the top origin city at 3.7%, ahead of Madrid at 3.1%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Tarragona 9th for Airbnb stays among the 55 towns it lists in Catalonia in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Tarragona?
Ajuntament de Tarragona counted 519,805 tourist arrivals in 2025.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 519,805Tourist arrivals | Tourists staying in hotels and campsites in Tarragona | 2025 | Ajuntament de Tarragona / Patronat Municipal de Turisme de Tarragona |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Tarragona
Tarragona had 635 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 12,157 stays and 77,813 nights. A typical stay lasted 6.4 nights and was booked about 60 days ahead, longer than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 635
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 12,157
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 77,813
- Typical stay
- 6.4 nights
- Booked ahead
- 60 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Tarragona?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Tarragona in the 12 months to October 2026, then July and June. January was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
August ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, July, June, September, October, May, April, December, March, November, February, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 12.4% | 88 days |
| July | 11.0% | 73 days |
| June | 9.6% | 65 days |
| September | 9.5% | 63 days |
| October | 8.8% | 54 days |
| May | 8.7% | 48 days |
| April | 7.2% | 40 days |
| December | 7.1% | 36 days |
| March | 7.0% | 46 days |
| November | 6.7% | 37 days |
| February | 6.3% | 30 days |
| January | 5.7% | 34 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Tarragona Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Tarragona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 81% came from abroad, led by France at 20% and the United Kingdom at 16%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Barcelona was the top origin city at 3.7%, ahead of Madrid at 3.1%. The figures rest on 40,201 reviews, written over many years.
81% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 81%
- From within Spain 19%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Tarragona
How many tourists visit Tarragona?
Tarragona had 519,805 tourist arrivals in 2025, according to Ajuntament de Tarragona. AirROI estimates 12,157 Airbnb stays in Tarragona in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Tarragona?
The busiest Airbnb month in Tarragona in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then July and June. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Tarragona?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in Tarragona in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 34 days ahead, against 88 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Tarragona?
A typical Airbnb stay in Tarragona lasted 6.4 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 60 days ahead. That is longer than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 4.6 nights in April to 7.1 nights in February.
Where do Airbnb guests in Tarragona come from?
Of Tarragona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 81% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were France at 20% and the United Kingdom at 16%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Barcelona at 3.7%, ahead of Madrid at 3.1%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Ajuntament de Tarragona counts tourist arrivals (519,805 in 2025). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 12,157 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 12,157 stays at 6.40 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 40,201 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.