How do you keep your stuff safe at the beach in Barcelona?

It's not safe for you to leave your valuables unattended at the beach. Your clothes and shoes should be okay to leave in a bundle but you should use a waterproof case with a strap to store the room key, money and credit cards on your person.



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Beach Areas Safety Advice: Do not leave your belongings unattended while enjoying the water or sunbathing. Utilize beach lockers, if available. Common Crimes: The most frequent concerns at Barcelona's beaches are bag and mobile theft.

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Common Methods
  1. Make friends with the people sitting near you – it will make it that much more likely they'll speak up if some random person is rummaging through your stuff.
  2. Put your things in a zipper-lock plastic bag and bury the bag in the sand, underneath your towel. ...
  3. Get a beach safe. ...
  4. Use a waterproof container.


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By the beaches and small fishing villages of the Costa Brava, beachwear reigns supreme and you should pack casual and comfortable clothing. Though while Spanish women approach the beach as less is more and wear the tiniest bikini bottoms while topless, you can certainly cover up more if you choose!

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Women in Barcelona often use a backpack for daily activities, but they are very unlikely to use one later on in the day. For this reason, female travelers should avoid using one in the evening or at night, as it will likely attract more attention. Packing a purse or a sling bag to use in the evening is a must.

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How to hide valuables at the beach
  • Wash out an empty, wide-body sunblock bottle and cut off the top so you can slide in your stuff.
  • Use a sturdy, empty food container as a safe.
  • Put everything in a zip-lock bag and tuck it under your towel or bury it in the sand. (Don't forget where!)


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Look around and you will see that Barcelona residents often keep their bag in their lap. We recommend that you invest in a good practical anti-theft backpack with hidden pockets and other safety features. Don't show the Barcelona pickpockets what you have got.

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Theft-Proof Bag Unfortunately, while Barcelona is a safe city, it is well-known for being a pickpocket hotspot, so I highly recommend bringing an anti-theft backpack with slash-proof material and securable zippers will help keep everything safe while you're out and about sightseeing.

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Want to be on the safe side? Then consider avoiding Ciutat Vella. This covers the area of the Barri Gotic, El Born, El Raval, and Barceloneta. Besides containing poor quality housing, this too-touristy area is also rather expensive and a haven for pickpockets (and also burglaries) due to the tourists.

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Avoid the beaches after dark Barcelona's beaches are some of the most beautiful places to visit during the day, but it's important to remember that beaches can be dangerous at night. After sundown, the beaches become dark and secluded, making them an easy target for robbery, assault, and even drowning.

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Las Ramblas, the main promenade through central Barcelona, is humming with activity 24 hours a day and – pickpockets and tourist scams aside – is considered safe. Late at night, the south end of the street may feel a little seedy but is still relatively safe (and pretty easy to avoid if you prefer).

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How to keep your phone safe at the beach
  1. Put your phone in a zip-close bag. This is an easy and inexpensive way to protect your smartphone from water damage. ...
  2. Keep your phone out of direct sun. ...
  3. Put tape over any openings. ...
  4. Make a clever hiding place. ...
  5. Don't leave your phone in the car. ...
  6. Get your phone insured.


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Tipping Your Servers: Tips aren't expected in Barcelona, but they are always appreciated. Credit cards – tipping is possible with a card, just be sure you ask them to add it to the total as they run your card. There's no space on the credit card receipt when it comes time to sign.

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Keep an eye (and a hand) on your bag If you're carrying a backpack, keep your wallet and phone in your front pockets if you can. On the metro or in very crowded touristic areas, wear your bag in front.

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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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