Are beaches better north or south of Barcelona?

Pros: the beaches in the south are usually sunnier than those in the north. Of the whole list, Sitges is one of the prettiest towns. In addition to its great gastronomic and leisure offer, it has a modernist-style historic centre and streets full of shops and old fishermen's houses.



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Barceloneta Beach Barceloneta is the best-known beach in Barcelona, and with good reason. It is, in terms of character, the Miami Beach of Spain. Expect pumping crowds of beachgoers, entertainment in the form of incredible people-watching, and lots and lots of fun on this 400m+ stretch of golden sand.

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1. Barayo, Asturias. The northern region of Asturias has Spain's finest beaches, but Barayo is more than just a pristine playa — it's a coastal ecosystem in perfect working order.

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Locals in Barcelona often frequent a variety of beaches, depending on their preferences and proximity to their neighborhoods. Some enjoy the popular and easily accessible beaches like Barceloneta Beach, while others prefer Nova Icària, Bogatell, Ocata, and the beaches in Sitges.

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An oceanic climate prevails from the Pyrenees to Galicia, area which is sometimes called Green Spain, characterized by relatively mild winters and warm summers. The climate and landscape are determined by the Atlantic Ocean winds whose moisture gets trapped by the mountains circumventing the Spanish Atlantic coast.

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Four idyllic beaches with crystal-clear waters
  • Berellín beach in Val de San Vicente, Cantabria. Berellín Beach, Cantabria. ...
  • View of Cala Culip in Girona (Catalonia) © José Luis Gargomo. Cala Culip, Girona. ...
  • Ses Illetes beach in Formentera, Balearic Islands. Ses Illetes beach, Formentera. ...
  • La Rijana beach in Granada, Andalusia.


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Spain's Bogatell is a Blue Flag beach and is considered to be one of the best beaches in Barcelona, Spain. Between Mar Bella and Nova Icària, this pretty beach is known for being one of Barcelona's cleanest beaches.

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Spain's Bogatell is a Blue Flag beach and is considered to be one of the best beaches in Barcelona, Spain. Between Mar Bella and Nova Icària, this pretty beach is known for being one of Barcelona's cleanest beaches.

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With its towering cliffs, the Italian Coast is best suited for hiking, walking and exploring its colorful towns. Swimming beaches exist, but they are small. In contrast, Spanish beaches, like those on the sunny Costa del Sol or near San Sebastian, are usually wider, sandier and better for swimming and sunbathing.

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A huge part of Barcelona's appeal is being a city with a beach – though, actually, it's “beaches”. Barceloneta is the coastal celebrity here, famously lively and convenient, but there are many more (less populated) spots to spread your beach towel on.

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Areas to Avoid in Barcelona
  • El Raval. ...
  • Barrio Gótico at Night. ...
  • El Born. ...
  • Las Ramblas. ...
  • Parc de la Ciutadella at Night. ...
  • Beach Areas. ...
  • Nou Barris and Sant Andreu Districts. ...
  • Metro Stations and Public Transport Hubs.


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Avoid These Travel-Related Faux Pas and Blend in With the Locals
  1. Dress for the season (and don't wear a fanny pack)
  2. Understand Catalonian values (and don't call it “Barca”)
  3. Don't eat on Las Ramblas (and eat dinner late)
  4. Don't keep your valuables on show (Including your camera)


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Cala Estreta Cala Estreta is one of the beautiful hidden beaches near Barcelona. It is located in La Costa Brava, about 20 minutes walking from Platja del Castell. Cala Estreta is in a natural environment, where you will not find any sign of bars or buildings.

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Check out Barcelona's easternmost beach Llevant Beach is one of the newer beaches in town, and it offers plenty for people to enjoy whether you're looking to swim or simply relax.

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Nissi Bay Beach, Ayia Napa, Cyprus It's located on the island of Cyprus, which is known to have some of the clearest waters in all of Europe. A tiny strip of soft, pale sand divides two sections of light blue shallows, ensuring picturesque views no matter where you set up camp.

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