Technically, "Costa Brava" is a coastal region in Catalonia, Spain, and not a political province, so it does not have an official capital city. However, Girona is widely considered the "de facto" capital and the primary gateway to the region. As the largest city in the area, it houses the regional government offices, the main hospital, and the Girona-Costa Brava Airport. For those looking for the "coastal" hub, the town of Palafrugell or the larger Blanes (where the Costa Brava officially begins) are major administrative and cultural centers. Girona itself is a stunning medieval city, famous for its Jewish Quarter and its role as a filming location for Game of Thrones. In 2026, travelers use Girona as their base to explore the "wild coast," taking advantage of the high-speed AVE train connections from Barcelona. While the "heart" of the Costa Brava is found in the small fishing villages like Cadaqués and Llafranc, the economic and logistical "capital" power undoubtedly resides in the historic streets of Girona.