The city beach, with a long promenade, seafood restaurants and the sail-shaped W hotel at the end.
Address: Platja de la Barceloneta, 08003 Barcelona
Barceloneta was built in the 18th century as a grid-planned fishermen's neighbourhood. Its beaches were transformed for the 1992 Olympic Games, when the city reopened itself to the sea.
Today the beach is lined with a promenade, beach bars and seafood restaurants, and the W Hotel's sail-shaped tower marks its southern end.
June to September.
Morning for a quiet swim; sunset for walks.
Never leave belongings unattended.
Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.
Yes, from June to September.
Very, in summer; go early.
Metro L4 to Barceloneta.
