Sitges Beaches | Your ultimate guide to the beaches in Sitges and surrounds.

Sitges, located 35 kms west of Barcelona, has some of the best beaches in Spain. In fact, not only is a day on a Sitges beach amazing but spending time in the town itself is something special. Sitges was once a small fishing town and the port town known for the exportation of wine. Over time, being influenced by the presence of artists, liberals, and poets, Sitges has developed a reputation for its Bohemian charm. This Bohemian charm, coupled with its stunning coastline of beaches, is the reason that Sitges is loved by holidaymakers and day trippers.

Why is Sitges one of the best beach towns in Spain?

There’s plenty of Mediterranean appeal in Sitges. Whitewash buildings, narrow streets, and loads of local culture waiting to be soaked up. Importantly, several beaches surrounding Sitges have been awarded a blue flag by the European Union for the cleanliness of the water.

Sitges is a town of diversity, and the beaches also play their part. There is a big choice of beaches; family beaches, urban beaches, dog-friendly beaches, cove style beaches, and Sitges gay beaches.

Take your pick. Of course, you’re welcome to sun your bones on any beach as are no fixed rules. Some beaches however may suit you better than others.

And so, as you can imagine, it is easy to see why Sitges was ranked in the ‘Top 6 best beach towns in Catalonia’ by Culture Trip.

Utopia villas has some wonderful villas located right on the seafront – check out our Seaside Collection here.

Where is the best beach in Sitges?

It depends on your preferences, because this beach town has it all. From quiet and relaxed to lively beaches to family beaches to naturist and gay friendly beaches. In total, there are 17 Sitges beaches, and they are all beautiful in their own way.

To help you choose the best Sitges beach for you, Utopia Villas has prepared this complete guide.

Beaches – East of Sitges (10-15 min by car from Sitges town)

We will start with 5 beaches that are 10-15 minutes by car from Sitges town centre towards Barcelona. Some of them are difficult to access but if you have an adventurous spirit, you will not regret it!

1. Les Botigues Beach (family / friends)

This is a large beach. It is 1415 meters long and 100 meters wide. There are good facilities with up to six chiringuitos on the beach and access for the disabled.  Perfect for families, friends or anyone who fancies a change of pace from Sitges town beaches.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters.
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / Sunbeds). Disabled access.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Interurban
  • Train: Get off at the Castelldefels train station, called ‘Platja de Castelldefels’.
  • Car: Nearest road C-246.
• Parking: Yes / Not guarded / More than 100 places
• Children’s area: Yes.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 15 ′ 49.342 »N / Longitude: 01º 56 ′ 32.295» E

2. Cala Ginesta Beach

Cala Ginesta is one of the most difficult to reach. It is located between Port Ginesta and the cliffs of the Garraf Natural Park.  Access is limited and through the port, but once there, it is easy on foot. It is small (100 m long by 45 m wide) and has a few amenities. The environment is beautiful and without a doubt, it is an excellent place to go on an adventure for a day.

• Features: Golden sand / Surfing. Calm waters.
• Services: Few (chiringuito, restaurant, two showers and a bathroom). Disabled access.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Interurban
  • Car: Nearest road C-246.
  • Parking: Yes / Not guarded / More than 100 places
• Children’s Zone: No.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 15 ′ 29,241 »/ Longitude: 01º 55 ′ 10,290» E

3. Garraf Beach (family / friends)

It is very easy to get to Garraf beach and you can go by train if you do not have a car. It is located in the town of Garraf, which is equally beautiful and a great place to relax. Another lovely feature of this beach are the white houses (previously they were fishermen’s houses), which date back to the 1920s.

It is a fairly long beach, 380 meters. It therefore has all the facilities that you could need – the beach bar, kayaks, lifeguards and showers. This is a great beach for everyone, although probably better defined as a family / friend beach.

• Features: Surfing. Rocks. Calm waters.
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Disabled access.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Interurban
  • Car: Nearest road C-246.
  • Parking: Yes / Not guarded / More than 100 places
• Children’s area: Yes.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 15 ′ 15,212 »N / Longitude: 01º 54 ′ 13,202» E

4. Riera de Vallcarca Beach (accepts pets)

This beautiful beach, despite not having services, is spectacular. It is worth noting that part of it is accessible to dogs, so, if you wish, your four-legged friends can accompany you! 

• Features: Golden sand / surfing. Calm waters. Surrounded by mountains.
• Services: There are no services. There are NO access for the disabled.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Interurban
  • Car: Nearest road C-246.
  • Parking: Yes / Not guarded / Between 50 and 100 places
• Children’s Zone: No.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 14 ′ 23.970 »N / Longitude: 01º 51 ′ 59.715» E

5. Cala Morisca (nudist beach)

Cala Morisca is a beautiful and popular nudist beach on the way between Sitges and Garraf. You will definitely need the car. It is approx. 150 m long and 60 meters wide.

It is important to mention that we do not recommend it for small children as the water is very deep near the shore.

• Features: Golden sand / surfing. Calm waters. Surrounded by mountains.
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). There is no handicap access.
• Getting there:
  • Car: Nearest road C-246.
  • Parking: Yes.
• Children’s Zone: No.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 14 ′ 33.686 »N / Longitude: 01º 52 ′ 08.354» E

Sitges beaches near the center

6. Playa d’Aiguadolç (family)

Aiguadolç beach, (freshwater beach) is right next to the port. It is about a 15-minute walk from the center of Sitges. This Sitges beach is a family beach and is also equipped with everything from umbrellas, sunbeds, surfboards, paddle boards and a bar / restaurant.

• Features: Surfing, rocks, snorkelling
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Disabled access.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Urban / Interurban
  • Car: Nearest road A-16, C-246, BV-2111.
  • Parking: Yes / Not guarded / More than 100 places
• Children’s area: Yes.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 14 ′ 10.942 »N / Longitude: 01º 49 ′ 38.962» E

7. Balmins Beach (optional nudism)

This Sitges beach is to the east of the church (10 minutes on foot) and behind it is the interesting Sant Sebastiàn cemetery. It has a total length of 250 m and the best thing is that it is naturally divided into 3 sections. It is also a naturist beach but not mandatory. When you arrive you will understand why it is a popular beach for everyone.

The environment is mostly natural and the view is very beautiful. Access to La Caleta restaurant makes it a great beach for the whole day.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters. Surfing.
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Disabled access.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Urban / Interurban
  • Car: Nearest road A-16, C-246, BV-2111.
  • Parking: Yes
• Children’s area: Yes.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 14 ′ 09.240 »N / Longitude: 01º 49 ′ 14,155» E

8. San Sebastiàn Beach (family)

San Sebastiàn beach is located between the church and the cemetery. This Sitges beach is a family beach and has many restaurants to choose from. Of course, being the first of the urban Sitges beaches, it is extremely busy in July and August.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters.
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Disabled access.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: to Sitges
  • Car: Nearest road C-32, C-31, A-7.
  • Parking: Yes / Not guarded / More than 100 places
• Children’s Zone: Playground just above the beach
• Location: Latitude: 41º 14 ′ 09.979 »N / Longitude: 01º 48 ′ 51.966» E

9. Fragata Beach (sports facilities)

This Sitges beach is located just below the church and in front of the Plaza de la Fragata. It is extremely popular with locals and groups of friends who enjoy beach sports such as volleyball. It is about 40 meters wide and is otherwise very lively.

With the Club Nautico located on the beach, you can hire paddle boards from them or get a sailing class. One point to consider when visiting this Sitges beach is that there are no sunbeds available although there are showers and a beach bar. It also has a lifeguard in the summer months.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters.
• Services: Almost all (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars). There are NO accesses adapted for the disabled.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: to Sitges
  • Car: Nearest road C-32, C-31, A-16.
  • Parking: Yes
• Children’s Zone: In the summer there are often trampolines and other children’s activities such as mini golf.
• Location: Latitude: 41º 14 ′ 03.876 »N / Longitude: 01º 48 ′ 34.948» E

10. Playa de la Ribera

This is one of the longest urban beaches in Sitges. For this reason it is very popular and has all the main facilities. It is generally populated by teenagers and many families with young children.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Access for the disabled.
• Getting there: Location: Latitude: 41º 14 ′ 03.226 »/ Longitude: 01º 48 ′ 25.467» E
• Children’s Zone: Yes

11. Playa de la Bassa Rodona (Sitges gay beach)

This Sitges beach is the main gay beach in town. Its location is very central and is usually one of the busiest beaches. It is almost 300 meters long and located just under the PIC-NIC restaurant. Everyone is welcome, however it is definitely more popular with the gay community.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters.
• Services: Almost all (bathrooms, showers, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Access for the disabled.
• Getting there: Latitude: 41º 13 ′ 59,445 »N / Longitude: 01º 48 ′ 14,195» E

12. L’Estanyol beach (family)

This beach is probably the most diverse Sitges beach that attracts everyone: gay, families, singles, couples and children, but no dogs 😊. It has a spectacular inflatable (Wibit) located 100 meters from the sand in the summer. It will offer a day full of fun, as well as spectacular views on the way you walk to get to this beach.

All services are present, including lifeguards in summer. There are also three beach bars and rental services for umbrellas, sunbeds and surfboards. On the promenade there are several restaurants where you can eat.

• Characteristics: Golden sand / gravel. Moderate swell
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Access for the disabled.
• Getting there: Latitude: 39º 46 ′ 24,199″ N / Longitude: 0º 9 ′ 1,617″ W

Sitges Beaches – West (5 min by car)

13. Riera Xica Beach (family)

This beach is long, approximately 350 m and is really popular. It is generally less crowded than other central Sitges beaches, so in the summer it is usually a great option. It is in the residential area however it offers many services for your day at the beach.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Access for the disabled.
• Getting there: Latitude: 41º 13 ′ 49,469 »N / Longitude: 01º 47 ′ 47,317» E

14. Barra beach (family)

This is a beach towards the end of the strip. You will discover that it is an ideal place for families because it is quiet compared to other beaches. It is 390 meters long and 25 meters wide.  One of our favourite chiringuitos is on this Sitges beach. Sausalito Beach club has awesome music throughout the summer and often towards the end of the day they have bands playing. They have the best Burrata salad in Sitges, sandwiches and other food. If you order a gin and tonic you get a large glass with blue tonic. We love it here.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Access for the disabled.
• Getting there:  Latitude: 41º 13 ′ 43,938 »N / Longitude: 01º 47 ′ 36,294» E

15. Terramar Beach

Terramar beach is a 15-minute walk from the town, but you can take the train if the children do not want to walk. It is 400 meters long and has many services. Beso Beach Bar offers a delicious menu, many DJs and the most comfortable loungers in all of Sitges. Without a doubt, it is a real pleasure to spend time on this beach.  In the summer, the water in this Sitges beach can get a bit warm because the rock formations hold it in the bay. If you like warm water, this is the place for you.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / sunbeds). Access for the disabled.
• Getting there: Latitude: 41º 13 ′ 37,334 »N / Longitude: 01º 47 ′ 24,990» E

16. Les Anquines Beach (family)

This beach is at the end of the promenade, after Terramar beach. It is ideal for families and, above all, for small children since there is a breakwater that surrounds the area. Water sports are practiced on this beach and at Nootka Kayak & Paddle Surf, you can rent pedal boats, kayaks, surf boards and stand-up paddle boards.

• Characteristics: Golden sand. Calm waters.
• Services: All (Bathrooms, showers, restaurants, bars / beach bars, rental of umbrellas / beach chairs). Disabled access.
• Getting there:  Latitude: 41º 13 ‘29,402’ ‘N / Longitude: 01º 47’ 16,890 ” E

Sitges Beaches – West (10-20 min by car)

17. Les Coves Beach / Cap dels Grills

This beach is located to the south of the town of Sitges, it is a very open space, therefore when there is a lot of wind the sea tends to rise. It is close to the Terramar golf course and if you like fishing this is an ideal beach. The Hola Beach Club Sitges gives great life to this beach, especially on Sundays.  There is often live bands and entertainment here.

• Features: Golden sand / bowling. Calm waters and a lot of wind.
• Services: Almost all (Rental of umbrellas / sunbeds, bars / beach bars). There are NO access for the disabled.
• Getting there:  Latitude: 41º 13 ‘23.772’ ‘N / Longitude: 01º 46’ 29.806 ” E

18. Playa de l’Home Mort (nudist and gay-friendly beach)

This is another small nudist beach, popular with the gay crowd. In fact, it was one of the first gay beaches in the world established in 1930. You will find it behind the rocks of the l’Atlàntida nightclub where you can park and then walk. This Sitges beach is mainly stones, therefore it is not recommended for small children. Access is difficult and there is almost no sand.

• Features: Golden sand / surfing. Calm waters.
• Services: None and there is NO access for the disabled.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Catch one of the Sitges town buses to Terramar beach and then walk
  • Car: Parking at No. At l’Atlàntida nightclub is an option.
• Children’s Zone: No
• Location: Latitude: 41º 13 ‘15,200’ ‘N / Longitude: 01º 45’ 59,944 ” E

19. Playa Desenrocada (nudist beach)

This beach has the same features as Playa de l’Home Mort and is located just behind it. It is 90 meters long and 15 meters wide.

• Features: Golden sand / surfing. Calm waters.
• Services: None and there is NO access for the disabled.
• Getting there:
  • Bus: Catch one of the Sitges town buses to Terramar beach and then walk
  • Car: Parking at No. At l’Atlàntida nightclub is an option and then walk over the rocks to get there
• Children’s area: No
• Location: Latitude: 41º 13 ‘12.310’ ‘N / Longitude: 01º 45’ 48.942 ” E

So have a fabulous time on our beautiful Sitges beaches.  Try a different beach for each day of your holiday.  The variety and quality of beaches make it a mecca for those that love all that a day on the beach has to offer.

Remember that if you are looking for where to stay, Utopia Villas offers the best villas in Sitges. If you fancy a villa near the best beach in Sitges, take a look at our collection of villas.