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Castillo de San Juan

433 Reviews

#2 of 24 things to do in Blanes

Sights & Landmarks, Castles

Blanes, Spain

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“Great view ”

Easy to find and well with the walk up to the tower. The tower is unfortunately locked, but still... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

KrisMacInnis

Worthing, United Kingdom

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“Incredible view”

We were in Blanes and were told we had to go to this castle, and what a delight. Excellent spot... read more

Reviewed August 9, 2018

German U

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4.5 433 reviews

Excellent56%
Very good34%
Average9%
Poor1%
Terrible0%

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“costa brava”(5 reviews)

“winding road”(2 reviews)

“amazing views”(3 reviews)

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1 - 10 of 45 reviews

KrisMacInnis

Worthing, United Kingdom

249

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Great view

Easy to find and well with the walk up to the tower. The tower is unfortunately locked, but still with a visit.

Thank KrisMacInnis

German U

Reviewed August 9, 2018 via mobile

Incredible view

We were in Blanes and were told we had to go to this castle, and what a delight. Excellent spot for some of the best pictures you can take anywhere.

Thank German U

Andy W

Preston, United Kingdom

11945

Reviewed July 29, 2018

Haute categorie uphill walk!

San Juan dominates the skyline north of Blanes, so we had to walk to it one day to enjoy the coastal views that were spectacular. There are a series of step that take you up to the viewpoint or the meandering road passing the more...More

Thank Andy W

Мар'яна П

102

Reviewed July 26, 2018 via mobile

Great view

Best sightseeing place in Blane. Nice view from mountain, good pictures you can make from there. Old castle looks great.

Thank Мар'яна П

Michelle_L192321

3814

Reviewed July 10, 2018 via mobile

Well worth the hike!

We spent the morning at the botanic gardens then walked up from there. It took us about 25 minutes- it's quite a steep climb & it was very hot that day but was definitely worth it when we reached the top & saw the stunning...More

1 Thank Michelle_L192321

Craig D

Concord, North Carolina

272322

Reviewed July 8, 2018

Beautiful views of Costa Brava

We went on a small group tour. Only 5 total people so it was awesome. We went to Castillo San Juan / Castell de Sant Joan. The views are stunning. Well worth the day trip to see where Costa Brava starts in Blanes. The castle...More

1 Thank Craig D

Alex570

Tallinn, Estonia

366

Reviewed July 1, 2018

Superior view

A small but beautiful place with the remains of a medieval fortress. The tower is closed. There are wonderful views to Blanes and seashore. Next to tower is a small functioning church. On the site somewhere 30-45 minutes. Take taxi to get there. Free entrance.

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Susana C

166

Reviewed June 21, 2018

Beautiful Views Castillo San Juan / Castell de Sant Joan

I have been to Castillo San Juan/Castell de Sant Joan twice in 2 years. I love the views from up there. **** I gave it 4 stars because the city of Blanes should be taking better care of such historical and special place. I had...More

Thank Susana C

Akvilė S

102

Reviewed May 15, 2018 via mobile

Breathtaking view

If you're visiting Blanes you definitely need to visit Castillo den San Joan! The views and panorama from this castle are breathtaking! It seems like you might see all Costa Brava from above :) perfect place for pictures :)) still it is not an easy...More

Thank Akvilė S

KevinNFK

Virginia Beach, Virginia

15276

Reviewed April 8, 2018 via mobile

Quite a hike.

We walked up from the city center. The views are worth the hike. If you look you can find staircases that give you a shorter walk - though maybe a more strenuous climb. We ended up taking the winding road up, but the stairs down....More