Palamós is a genuine fishermen town. From its harbour there are many fishing boats going out every morning, that come back in the afternoon to sell the fresh fish in the Fish Market. The main product is the Prawn of Palamós, that can be tasted in many restaurant of the town. In the Fish Market you can buy fresh fish and also visit the marine museum.

Palamós has many pretty beaches and coves; Platja Gran, la Fosca and Cala Salguer, beyond others. Several aquatic sports can be practised; sailing, water ski, scuba diving, windsurf, etc. The Sailing Club of Palamós every year organises European and world competitions

On the other hand, Palamós centre is a very dynamic commercial area. It also has two night leisure areas, Marine Harbour and the Old Harbour.
The most important activities that take place in Palamós are: the carnivals (February -March), the town festival (end of June), Saint Carme, patron of the fisherman (July) and the Christmas Race sailing competition for the Christmas holidays.