add_action('wp_footer', function () { echo ''; }, 99); Beach Archives - Tourism in Barcelona https://www.tourisminbarcelona.com/tag/beach/ Essential Barcelona Tourist Information and Tourism Guide Tue, 21 Jul 2015 14:11:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 The best bits of Barcelona’s gay scene https://www.tourisminbarcelona.com/barcelonas-gay-scene/ https://www.tourisminbarcelona.com/barcelonas-gay-scene/#respond Tue, 21 Jul 2015 13:53:24 +0000 http://www.tourisminbarcelona.com/?p=2276 Barcelona’s gay pride festival has just come to an end for another year, but that doesn’t mean the partying stops in this vibrant Catalonian city. With bars, clubs, restaurants, cafes, shops and more, Barcelona welcomes everyone and is well-known as being a tolerant metropolis with much to offer LGBT travellers.

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]]> Barcelona’s gay pride festival has just come to an end for another year, but that doesn’t mean the partying stops in this vibrant Catalonian city. With bars, clubs, restaurants, cafes, shops and more, Barcelona welcomes everyone and is well-known as being a tolerant metropolis with much to offer LGBT travellers.

Gay Pride Barcelona

(Gay Pride in Barcelona)

Gay friendly bars & clubs in Barcelona

Much of Barcelona’s gay scene centres around the Eixample district and it’s here you’ll find all the major LGBT festivities like Gay Pride, the Circuit Festival Party weekend in August and the International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival in October.

The Eixample  is usually a very busy place, especially on weekends. Take note: Generally speaking the Spanish are famed for being late-night party revellers and much of the scene doesn’t get going until after midnight, so don’t be surprised if you turn up early and it doesn’t seem that busy – the party people, they will come!

Gay District Barcelona

(The Eixample district)

Considered somewhat of a mecca in Barcelona’s gay scene is the Axel Hotel Barcelona Rooftop Terrace “Sky Bar” which overlooks the city and is considered a very hip place to sip and savour a cocktail.

Head to the likes of Osbar, BoysBar Bcn or El Cangrejo Eixample for a cabaret drag show. Then there’s La Chapelle with its religious-themed interior design, friendly local bar Casa de la Pradera, cocktail bar Moeem, the very kitsch La Penultima, and Bar Átame.

View Barcelona Gay Scene

(Stunning view over Barcelona)

Barcelona’s beachlife

Part of what makes Barcelona so special is that a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, there’s a long stretch of golden sand at Barceloneta beach. Go for a swim, enjoy water sports like windsurfing or just relax and soak up the sunshine. Everyone is welcome here.

All the way along the promenade are several other beaches, all of which are gay friendly and some are popular hang-outs for LGBT locals and tourists. Check out Nova Icaria, Bogatell and Mar Bella (this beach has a nudist area).

After wandering along Las Ramblas and touring Barcelona’s famous Gaudi inspired landmarks like the La Sagrada Familia, get away from it all and head to the beach.

Barceloneta gay Beach

 (Barceloneta beach)

There’s no such thing as a ‘gay’ hotel or ‘straight’ hotel anymore as the days of discrimination have thankfully faded as the world goes through a major attitude change towards LGBT people. About time too! So check out a selection of hotels that are just ‘friendly’ (not gay friendly or hetero friendly).

Photos by Oh-Barcelona, Jason Paris, Moyan Brenn, Michael M

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Barcelona beaches are one of the attractions of the city, especially during summer and spring time. Being in the city and being able to go to the beach walking or by public transport is something that makes this city so lovely.
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Barcelona enjoys a very pleasant and warm temperature when the sun shines (and this happens quite often). From Easter and until October, it is common to find people on the beach: sunbathing, playing beach volleyball, reading, having a bath or just relaxing.
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The best way to beat the heat is to go to one of the Barcelona beaches. After work, during the weekend or during the holidays, Barcelona beaches are always a good option to enjoy the city, disconnect even without leaving Barcelona.
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Barcelona BeachesBarcelona has over 4km of sandy beaches which are always crowded with people sunbathing and swimming in the sea during summer time.

There are 7 beaches in total (Sant Sebastià, Barceloneta, Nova Icària, Bogatell, Mar Bella, Nova Mar Bella and Llevant), easily accessible using public transport.

How to get there:
– Sant Sebastià (Metro L4 – Barceloneta)
– Barceloneta (Metro L4 – Barceloneta and Ciutadella)
– Nova Icària (Metro L4 – Ciutadella and Bogatell)
– Bogatell (Metro L4 – Poblenou and Llacuna)
– Mar Bella (Metro L4 – Selva de Mar)
– Nova Mar Bella (Metro L4 – Selva de Mar and El Maresme)
– Llevant (Metro L4 – Selva de Mar)
 
All Barcelona beaches are provided with disabled access, showers and lifeguards (during summer season) as well as parasol and beach chair rental services. The city council is putting a great effort into keeping them clean, both sand and water are cleaned daily.

Click here for furhter details regarding up to date information of Barcelona beaches, water quality and beach condition. Finally, be aware of the risks that large exposures to the sun can cause to your skin so take the following precautions: use enough sun cream protection at all time, and try avoiding the hours from 12 to 16. Also, ensure that you drink plenty of water.

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Summer is back and as every summer, Barcelona’s beaches get packed with packed with people sunbathing and swimming in the sea.

Some people that work around the area, and I know for sure as my brother is one of them, use their lunch break to lie down on the sand while eating a sandwich [...]

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Summer is back and as every summer, Barcelona’s beaches get packed with packed with people sunbathing and swimming in the sea.

Some people that work around the area, and I know for sure as my brother is one of them, use their lunch break to lie down on the sand while eating a sandwich and, why not? having a little siesta (nap) before going back to work.

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Barcelona has over 4km of sandy beaches which are always crowded with people sunbathing and swimming in the sea during summer time.

There are 7 beaches in total (Sant Sebastià, Barceloneta, Nova Icària, Bogatell, Mar Bella, Nova Mar Bella and Llevant), easily accessible using public transport. How to get there: – [...]

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Barcelona Beach

Barcelona has over 4km of sandy beaches which are always crowded with people sunbathing and swimming in the sea during summer time.

There are 7 beaches in total (Sant Sebastià, Barceloneta, Nova Icària, Bogatell, Mar Bella, Nova Mar Bella and Llevant), easily accessible using public transport.
How to get there:
– Sant Sebastià (Metro L4 – Barceloneta)
– Barceloneta (Metro L4 – Barceloneta and Ciutadella)
– Nova Icària (Metro L4 – Ciutadella and Bogatell)
– Bogatell (Metro L4 – Poblenou and Llacuna)
– Mar Bella (Metro L4 – Selva de Mar)
– Nova Mar Bella (Metro L4 – Selva de Mar and El Maresme)
– Llevant (Metro L4 – Selva de Mar)
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All beaches are provided with disabled access, showers and lifeguards (during summer season) as well as parasol and beach chair rental services. The city council is putting a great effort into keeping them clean, both sand and water are cleaned daily.

Click here for furhter details regarding up to date information on water quality and beach condition. Finally, be aware of the risks that large exposures to the sun can cause to your skin so take the following precautions: use enough sun cream protection at all time, and try avoiding the hours from 12 to 16. Also, ensure that you drink plenty of water.

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