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The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Barcelona attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

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Malgrat de Mar

Malgrat de Mar

16 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Santa Susanna

Santa Susanna

17 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Pineda de Mar

Pineda de Mar

20 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Calella

Calella

19 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
Sant Pol de Mar

Sant Pol de Mar

12 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Canet de Mar

Canet de Mar

18 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Arenys de Mar

Arenys de Mar

16 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Urbanitzacio les Villes

Urbanitzacio les Villes

13 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Caldes d'Estrac

Caldes d'Estrac

12 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

20 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Mataro

Mataro

29 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Vilassar de Mar

Vilassar de Mar

19 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
el Masnou

el Masnou

19 beaches
Beach volleyball • Good for Relax • Sand
Badalona

Badalona

22 beaches
Beach volleyball • Good for Relax • Sand
Premia de Mar

Premia de Mar

17 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Shore shape - bay
Sant Adria de Besos

Sant Adria de Besos

15 beaches
Beach volleyball • Good for Relax • Sand
Montgat

Montgat

17 beaches
Beach volleyball • Good for Relax • Sand
Barcelona

Barcelona

20 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Cubelles

Cubelles

14 beaches
Wild beach • Good for diving • Good for Sup surfing
el Prat de Llobregat

el Prat de Llobregat

12 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Raco de Santa Llucia

Raco de Santa Llucia

11 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand
Vilanova i la Geltru

Vilanova i la Geltru

16 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
Gava

Gava

14 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
Sitges

Sitges

16 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
Vallcarca

Vallcarca

13 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
Castelldefels

Castelldefels

12 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
Garraf

Garraf

11 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
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Platja de La Musclera
Platja de La Musclera
Platja de La Musclera
Good for Relax

Platja de La Musclera

Urbanitzacio les Villes 0.2 km
Pleasant
6.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Sand bottom
2.5 Amenities index
Platja de la Barca Maria
Platja de la Barca Maria
Platja de la Barca Maria
Good for Relax

Platja de la Barca Maria

Montgat 1.3 km
Pleasant
6.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Sand bottom
2 Amenities index
Montgat Beach
Montgat Beach
Montgat Beach
Good for Relax
Platja de Montgat

Montgat Beach

Montgat 0.2 km
Pleasant
6.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Distant parking
1.5 Amenities index
Playa Barcelona
Playa Barcelona
Playa Barcelona
Good for Relax

Playa Barcelona

Barcelona 2.2 km
Pleasant
6.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown fine sand • Green water • Crowded in season
7.2 Amenities index
Playa Barceloneta
Playa Barceloneta
Playa Barceloneta
Good for Relax

Playa Barceloneta

Barcelona 1.4 km
Pleasant
6.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown fine sand • Green water • Crowded in season
7.2 Amenities index
Platja Terramar
Platja Terramar
Platja Terramar
Senior friendly

Platja Terramar

Sitges 3.1 km
Tolerable
5.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Green water • Sand bottom
4.8 Amenities index
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Popular types of Barcelona beaches

Fine sand
Fine sand
Remote
Remote
Kids friendly
Kids friendly
Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Long beaches
Long beaches
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 53 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Barcelona.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Barcelona

Platja dels Pescadors

Platja dels Pescadors
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Pineda de Mar 0.8 km
Calella Beach
Platja de Calella

Calella Beach
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Calella 0.5 km
Platja dels Gossos

Platja dels Gossos
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Pineda de Mar 1.9 km
Platja Malgrat

Platja Malgrat
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Spain, Malgrat de Mar 0.5 km
Sant Vicenc de Montalt

Sant Vicenc de Montalt
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Caldes d'Estrac 1.7 km
Cala de la Vinyeta II

Cala de la Vinyeta II
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Calella 1.3 km
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Sandy beaches in Barcelona

Platja De Llevant

Platja De Llevant
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Spain, Santa Susanna 1.6 km
Canet De Mar

Canet De Mar
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Canet de Mar 0.8 km
Platja El Morer

Platja El Morer
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Sant Pol de Mar 0.4 km
Playa Del Varador

Playa Del Varador
7.6
Free entrance, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom, Good for swimming
Spain, Mataro 0.7 km
Cala de la Vinyeta

Cala de la Vinyeta
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Sant Pol de Mar 1.5 km
Platja de Sant Simo

Platja de Sant Simo
7.6
Free entrance, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Deserted
Spain, Mataro 1.2 km
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The best beaches in small bays in Barcelona

Cala Morisca

Cala Morisca
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green water, Sand bottom
Spain, Vallcarca 0.9 km
Playa de la Picordia

Playa de la Picordia
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Arenys de Mar 0.4 km
Platja de les Moreres

Platja de les Moreres
6.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Montgat 0.3 km
Platja de les Barques

Platja de les Barques
6.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Spain, Sant Andreu de Llavaneres 2.5 km
Platja De La Descarrega

Platja De La Descarrega
5.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Spain, Premia de Mar 1.1 km
Garraf Beach
Platja del Garraf

Garraf Beach
5.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Green water
Spain, Garraf 0.2 km
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Wild and hidden beaches in Barcelona

Platja de Ponent

Platja de Ponent
5.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Vilassar de Mar 0.8 km
Platja Del Masnou

Platja Del Masnou
5.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Spain, el Masnou 0.6 km
Platja Ibersol

Platja Ibersol
5.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green water, Sand bottom
Spain, Cubelles 1.3 km
Cala Vallcarca

Cala Vallcarca
4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green water
Spain, Vallcarca 0.8 km
Platja Port Ginesta

Platja Port Ginesta
4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green water
Spain, Garraf 1.6 km
Playa de Pebre

Playa de Pebre
4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water
Spain, Sitges 1.6 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Barcelona

Bogatell Beach
Playa de Bogatell

Bogatell Beach
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Green water
Spain, Barcelona 2.8 km
Badalona Beach
Platja de Badalona

Badalona Beach
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Badalona 0.5 km
Platja de la Mar Bella

Platja de la Mar Bella
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Green water
Spain, Sant Adria de Besos 3.6 km
Platja de la Riera

Platja de la Riera
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Caldes d'Estrac 0.4 km
Platja del Cristall

Platja del Cristall
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Badalona 1.1 km
Platja Dels Vinyals

Platja Dels Vinyals
6.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Spain, Vilassar de Mar 1.1 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Barcelona, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is abrupt, so non-swimmers should be very careful. There are 26 such beaches out of 53 in the region.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Barcelona is less than 500 meters. 52 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance.

The vast majority of Barcelona beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Barcelona's beaches

Platja de La Musclera
8 Soundwave X

This beach in the Maresme area is definitely one of the best to enjoy. It stands out as the only nudist beach in the vicinity. In the past, there used to be a variety of beach bars to choose from, but now it seems that there is only one or maybe two bars, depending on the year. Unfortunately, there are no public toilets available, and the parking lot is quite small.

Playa Barceloneta
6 Jennifer Lin

October is a great time to experience the refreshing sea breeze. pleasantly uncrowded and spotless, with stunning views. Enjoy a wonderful time at the beach!

Montgat Beach
8 Stephanie Tüte

I absolutely love, this is my favorite beach.

Playa Barcelona
8 Saulius

That place may look beautiful, but watch your belongings! It's full of pickpockets who can be very friendly - they'll drop money next to you and ask for help - while someone else is stealing your stuff. Be warned!

Platja Terramar
8 Juan

This beach is a familiar sight with its white sand and crystal clear blue waters. The shoreline is inviting, perfect for a relaxing day spent soaking up the sun. The waters are calm and inviting, and the scenery is breathtaking. Whether you're looking for a peaceful escape or a fun-filled day with friends and family, this beach is sure to please. It's a great spot for swimming, sunbathing, and simply enjoying the beauty of nature.

Playa de Sitges
8 Emily → Olivia

We decided to visit Sitges to get away from the sweltering heat and hustle and bustle of Barcelona, and we definitely made the right decision! As we walked around the town and along the beach, we got the sense that the place was mainly frequented by locals, which is always a good sign. The atmosphere was peaceful and tranquil. The sea was delightful, with gentle ripples. Lifeguards were on duty at the beach and showers were available along the shoreline to remove the sand and salt. The old town of Sitges was super charming, with lovely little shops and bars. It made me think of Greece or Portugal.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 15 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is July - air temperature during this time warms up to 29.7°C and water up to 26.6°C in August. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 11.8°C and water to 14.3°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Barcelona? In total there are 53 beaches and the most popular is Platja dels Gossos.

Most viewed beaches of Barcelona

Platja de Castelldefels

Platja de Castelldefels
5.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green water, Sand bottom
Spain, Castelldefels 2.6 km
Gava Beach
Platja de Gava

Gava Beach
5.8
Free entrance, Easy access, Brown sand, Green water, Fine sand bottom, Good for swimming
Spain, Gava 4.7 km
Montgat Beach
Platja de Montgat

Montgat Beach
6.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Spain, Montgat 0.2 km
Platja del Forum

Platja del Forum
5.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown shell sand, Green water
Spain, Sant Adria de Besos 1.9 km
Playa del Muerto

Playa del Muerto
5.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Black sand & pebble
Spain, Vilanova i la Geltru 3.2 km
Ocata Beach
Platja d'Ocata

Ocata Beach
5.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Spain, el Masnou 0.7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Barcelona?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Barcelona, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 53 beaches in total, of which about 0 can be called high-rated.

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To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Barcelona?

Most of the beaches located in Barcelona are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Barcelona?

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Barcelona?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Barcelona by occupancy.

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Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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