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Can you swim in the ocean in Barcelona?

You can enjoy almost 5 km of beaches which are all accessible by public transport and have all the necessary amenities for you to swim in the biggest swimming pool of all: the sea.



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This beach is outside Barcelona and you'll need to catch a train from Sants station - journey time approximate 30 minutes. All of Barcelona beaches are clean and well maintained. The sea water is clear and just right for taking a swim.

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The best beaches are outside Barcelona City. Thieves are common , so you should look for beaches with lockers.

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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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Barcelona is known for its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, with many residents being friendly and helpful towards visitors and locals alike.

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Barceloneta sea water temperatures peak in the range 25 to 29°C (77 to 84°F) on around the 15th of August and are at their minimum on about the 1st of March, in the range 12 to 14°C (54 to 57°F). Year round warm sea water temperatures at Barceloneta climb to their highest in mid August.

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The best time to visit Barcelona is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to June) and fall (September to October). During these months, the weather is generally mild, sunny, and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 60°F (15°C) to 80°F (27°C).

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The short answer is that unfortunately wild camping on the beach in Spain is not allowed.

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Located in the traditional fishing district, this is one of Barcelona's oldest and best-loved beaches. It is thought to have inspired Miguel de Cervantes as the setting for the fight between Don Quixote and the Knight of the White Moon. It was here that the knight errant was finally defeated and abandoned his quest.

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Bring cash in the foreign currency until you can arrive at a bank or cashpoint to obtain some more money. Barcelona does have a pickpocketing problem, and it is advised to ensure you do not carry too much cash around with you.

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And don't worry, Barcelona isn't short of budget-friendly options. Here you'll find everything from classic tapas to cheap pasta, and fresh dumplings to gnocchi bars. At most spots on our list, you can get lunch for around €10, which is an absolute steal. Here are our favourite cheap eats in Barcelona.

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Is 100 euros a day enough in Barcelona? €100 per day is still not a huge amount but you can probably get by on it. You should perhaps read up on free stuff to do during the day and not plan on paying to go inside too many tourist attractions.

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La Barceloneta beach is free to visit all hours of the day or night, but it's never a good idea to go swimming without a lifeguard present. The closest metro stop to the beach is Barceloneta. For more information, consult the Barcelona tourism board's website.

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You should also avoid staying outside of city center; it's not worth traveling into the city each day. In terms of safety, El Raval and El Born are most known for pickpockets and petty crimes, though El Born is still considered a popular place. How not to look like a tourist in Barcelona?

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Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber in Barcelona. Request a ride up to 30 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year.

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