Sitges beaches: Ultimate beach survival guide for the summer

I think you can agree with us when we say:

It’s hard to find the IDEAL beach spot to spend you holidays. Too many people, no parking spot, no amenities at all or too many … Who knows!

You’re probably thinking why on earth do I need a guide to go to the Sitges beaches, they are just beaches, right? Well, that’s absolutely true! But with this guide it will take you 10 minutes what took me years. So I’m going to spare you the search and hand you in the magic guide to find your next favorite beach in Mediterranean Coast. After reading this, you’ll know EXACTLY where you are going to spend you holidays.

How are we going to do this?

Well, we’ve put together a cool infographic with all the beaches in and arround Sitges with everything you need to know about them.

In Sitges you can find two types of beaches: urban beaches that you will find in the city center and the more hidden beaches that are harder to find, but don’t worry we know all the secrets of this little town.

 

Sitges Beaches inside the city

This is an artificial beach located in front of the Hotel Terramar. It was created 20 years ago as a private beach for the costumers of the hotel but nowadays it’s public and open to everybody. This beach is almost 160 m long and it’s equipped with the typical spanish chiringuito (small bar on the beach). This is the place to be for sporty people because here you’ll find a kayak school where you can take different clases or just rent a kayak or a paddle board and have some fun in the water. There is an access ramp for disabled.

How to get there: Passeig Marítim, 80, 08870 Sitges,Barcelona

 

Terramar Sitges Beach, children’s paradise

Terramar is another urban beach located in front of the residential neighborhood it’s just next to Platja d’Anquines. The funny thing about this beach are the four artificial islands that were made to protect the sand from fading away. But besides from their utility kids love to play on these little islands pretending they are Pirates from the Seven Seas. A real family beach to enjoy on a lazy sunday!

On the picture below you can check out the main chiringuito of Terramar while the kids are making a castle in the sand, mammy and daddy can enjoy a real gin tonic.

 

Playa de les Anquines

This beach is located at the end of the bustling promenade in central Sitges. It covers the area directly in front of Hotel Terramar. It was created artificially in the 1920s to service the hotel. Nestled between 2 stone piers, Playa de les Anquines is approximately 160 metres long and 50 metres wide. Its position between stones piers give it a pool-like feel. As a result, it is very popular with tourists and families. It can get quite busy for this reason, so be sure to arrive early. There are sun loungers and umbrellas for rent, perfect for spending a day at the beach. Not only that, you are surrounded by beachfront restaurants. This beach is perfect if you’re spending the day with the kids and need something easily accessible and convenient.

How to get there: It is centrally located at Passeig Marítim, 80, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona. You can arrive by R14 and R2S train and also via the SL2 bus.

Get a massage in Barra Beach!

This is a big one! The beach is almost 400 meters long and 25 meter wide. Here you will also find some islands to protect the sand. This beach hast everything you need to spend the day. There are two big chiringuitos where you can also grab something to eat. You can hire hammocks to relax while the kids play in the water in a paddle boat.

But the best part is:

This beach has a MASSAGE SERVICE for an ultimate holiday experience and take your time to relax for real!

How to get there: Passeig Marítim 65, Platja de la Barra

 

Riera Xica and Estanyol Beach

Riera Xica is located in front of the neighborhood el Vinyet, also a pretty big beach where you can find paddle boat rental, hammocks and umberellas. Two chiringuitos are open all day so you can get a nice fresh beer or sangria. Estanyol beach also in front of the residential area of Vinyet, just like the beach of Riera Xica. This is one of the great things of the urban beaches of Sitges, you can jump from one beach to another. You’ll find three different bars at this beach and rental of paddle boats and hammocks.

How to get there: Passeig de la Ribera, 58, Sitges

 

Gay-friendly “Bassa Rodona”

Sitges is a popular destination amogst the gay community and within Sitges this is probably their favorite place. Bassa Rodona (part of Platja de la Ribera, just past the breakwater) is the most gay-popular beach. It’s extremely easy to find, the multi-colored flags will guide you! From the town, walk along the promenade to the third beach zone, it’s just in front of the Hotel Calipolis. In peak season, the area is packed, so if you want a sun bed, it’s best to arrive before lunch.

The beach has nice bar that serves drinks all day long and there is music from around 4pm. Immediately behind the beach is the Picnic cafe & restaurant. Picnic is open all day long serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are free toilets on the roadside next to the bar.

How to get there: Passeig de la Ribera with Carrer de la Bassa Rodona

 

Ribera Beach: perfect for kids

This beach is literaly in the center of the city and accesible from “Paseo de la Ribera”. The envoirement in quiet and adequate for kids and families. It’s good to good during the week because a lot of people for other villages come in the weekends to this beach. But we have to say the golden sand and the transparent water of this beach make it 100% worth it. The beach has all the necesary ameneties like hammock rental, a nice chiringuito and also first aid stand, showers, toilets, etc.

 

“La Fragata” Beach

La Fragata is the closest beach to the town church of Santa Tecla. As a very positive thing we can say that its very close to public transport, 500 mts from the train station, on the other side finding a parking spot is very difficult and normally you have to pay for you spot.  If your into beach volley this is going to be your favorite beach. There is a big volley net and every you’ll find people playing.

The central location makes it a lively hub where you can mix with tourists and locals alike. Located directly below the Church of Sant Bartomeu & Santa Tecla, this is one of the most central beaches. At 120 metres long and 25 metres wide, it is a popular spot with families on holiday as well as young locals. Services include volleyball nets, showers, chiringuitos, lifeguards, and ramp access.

How to get there: Located at Playa la Fragata, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona. By train, take the R2S and get off at Sitges. From there, it’s about a 7 minute walk.

 

La Cala Vallcarca

Looking for a beach you can bring your dog to? La Cala Vallcarca is a small beach, just 70 metres long and 15 metres wide. Located between Sitges and Garraf, it’s the perfect place to let your four-legged friend cool off.

How to get there: This unique beach is located at Cala Vallcarca, 08872 Sitges, Barcelona. It is not easily accessible by public transport unfortunately, as there is no direct bus, train, or metro access. By car, take the C-31 or C-32. There is some parking available.

 

Playa del Garraf

Located in the cosy old fishing village of Garraf, this beach is a nice, quiet place to relax and unwind for the day. Just a six minute train ride from Sitges, the beach is located inside a bay, with the town perched above it. The sand is golden and fine, and there are a number of nice restaurants overlooking the water. This beautiful coastline offer small coves surrounded by cliffs and the Garraf Massif. It is 380 metres long and approximately 28 metres wide. Lifeguards make it popular with families.

How to get there: It is located south of Barcelona, between Castelldefels and Sitges. By car, you can take highways C-31 and C-32. By train, the R2S can get you there in around 50 minutes.

 

Sant Sebastià Beach

This urban beach is located in the district of Sant Sebastià, of seafaring tradition. It’s definitely a family beach where townsfolk goes a lot. There is always a lifeguard, of course a beach bar and umbrellas and hammocks rental.

This beach has showers and footbaths powered by card, you must ask for the cardsat the beach bar and a symbolic bond is deposited. The card has 400 seconds of “shower” and you have to put the card into the reader shower or lavapies to leave the water. The card can be recharged or return to the snack bar to be reused.

Popular with the locals, it has a lovely promenade with terraces overlooking the beach. One of the oldest beaches, Playa Sant Sebastià was home to the first co-ed bathing area, during a time when public bathing was still frowned upon in Spain. Beachside bars with table service, called chiringuitos, offer food and drinks. Other services include ramp access, showers, and toilets.

How to get there: It is located on Carrer de Port Alegre, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona. Take the metro to Barceloneta (Yellow Line, L4). Once you exit the metro station, follow Passeig de Joan de Borbo for about 10 minutes.

 

Aiguadolç Beach

Aiguadolç is a small, triangle-shaped beach located just behind the lively port of Sitges. The surrounding hills give it a unique and picturesque beauty. It’s a family oriented beach with a lifeguard, access ramps, umbrellas and various water activities for rent. Having a seaside lunch or cocktail is easy and convenient and there is nearby parking. The beach is also very popular with surfers. If you’re just starting out, the low impact waves here make it ideal for beginners. It is 20 metres long and 22 metres wide.

It’s located next to the Harbour of Aiguadolç and this is very good news! There is a new ferry conecting Barcelona and Sitges in only 30 minuts. The company offering this service is Bluemar Ferries and they will connect the two cities with between four and six daily connections with prices from 17 euros for a single ticket. Sitges and Barcelona are closer than ever and there is no denial, the trip is beautiful!

How to get there: It is located at Av del Port d’Aiguadolç, 8, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona. You can arrive in about 35 minutes by car. It is less easily accessible by public transport but it is possible. Take the R2S train to Sitges and from there catch the SL3 bus to Port Aiguadolç.

 

Beaches outside the city

That’s how we would describe L’home mort beach.

Gay naturist beach, nudist mainly formed by the Home Mort beach and the Roses Beach. It is accessed by a difficult trail that will take you between 30 minuts from the city to 1 hour (depending on how fast you are, of course!) But the reward is that this beach won’t be completly full, even in summer days there is privacy, you could almost call it your own private beach. Its located below the railway line and south of the Atlantis nightclub.

TIP: Wear good walking shoes, it’s not the best idea to walk to this beach on your flip-flops you will probably hurt yourself and scratch your feet!

And the good news is: Even though the beach is far it has a chiringuito! (You will notice that the Spaniards really apreciate having a beer after a long working day or just because… 😉

How to get there: To go to desenrocada you have to start walking from where the “Atlantida Club” used to be. From there starts a sandy/rocky trial that follows the train rail in direction of Vilanova i la Geltrú. You’ll have to walk in that direction more or less half and hour untill you see the beach.

Naturist Desenrocada Beach

This naturist beach is one of the most beautiful beaches you can find in Sitges, the only problem is it’s access, that is a little bit difficult. Below the railway line and south of the Atlantis nightclub you’ll find Playa Desenrocada. This beach is also part of a trail that goes from Sitges to Vilanova i la Geltrú. The beach is 90 meters long and an has an average width of 15 m. You can find some services, like one small bar, sun loungers, parasols and there is a defibrillator.

The waters are typically calm and the beach itself is made of golden sand. If you are looking for a sunny day full of relaxation, this is your beach. Although it’s difficult to reach by car, it is only 1 kilometre away from the promenade. Services include sun lounger and umbrella rentals, toilets, and a chiringuito.

How to get there: If you have reached L’home mort it’s really easy! Follow the same trail and just keep walking until the next beach, the one that comes after Home Mort is Desenrocada!

Sitges Beaches: All you need to know

 

Rent a Villa in Sitges?

I’m sure it has popped into your mind:

Where am I going to stay in Sitges? Well, besides from our indisputable knowledge of our beaches, we also know our way around the most amazing villas where you can stay during the summer. In fact, we can recommend a few right now.