Tossa de Mar is absolutely magical…read more The medieval walled town and cobblestone streets make wandering around feel like stepping into a storybook. Every corner reveals charming whitewashed buildings, hidden alleys, and stunning plazas. I did some hiking and was blown away by the views of the sparkling Mediterranean at every turn. I stayed at the Gran Reymar, which was delightful, and I went on a kayak tour from the beach that offered an unforgettable perspective of the coastline. The town is full of quaint spots to enjoy a cerveza or a glass of tinto de verano, and every moment felt perfectly relaxing. I could stay here forever and enjoy the beauty. Five stars is not enough to capture the magic of Tossa de Mar.

The best kept secret near Barcelona. My travel book/guide to Spain didn't mention this gem. Thank…read moregoodness that a local shared info about one of her favorite beaches with me and my family. It's such a beautiful place. We took a little train for a tour of the area and had lunch at one of the restaurants. It was fabulous!

Stunning, stunning, STUNNING! The beauty of the Spanish coast is simply unparalleled. If you have…read morethe time to visit the immaculate region of Costa Brava during your trip to Spain, Playa de Llafranc is an excellent beach to explore during your journey. The quaint beach town of Palafrugell is picturesque and Playa de Llafranc is the perfect little beach to relax at. The water is so clean and clear! The perfect aqua hue with the most shallow and inviting waves. Trust me, you WILL be getting into this water while you're here. It's so peaceful and calming. There are others who will also be there enjoying this beautiful beach too, but crowded is what it is NOT. There is plenty of room to spread out and enjoy. The sand is so soft and warm. The water temp is perfect too. Even in Mid-October the weather was just fabulous and I couldn't resist getting in. The views are what makes this destination so special. Not only do you have the most impressive coastal views, but you'll also get some gorgeous views of the pretty beach towns that surround the area. I actually saw a live octopus swim up shore while I was here. A gentleman on the beach picked him up and everyone gathered around to take a peek. It was pretty interesting. I've never seen an octopus just casually wash up on the shore like that before. Not in Hawaii, not in Mexico, and definitely not in Florida or California. That's how you know this beach is different. Even the octo's are loving it! What's nice is that this beach is super accessible and easy to get down to. There are a few restaurants that are literally steps away if you get hungry and want to enjoy lunch with a coastal view. Spent the afternoon here and enjoyed every second of it. I was actually bummed to leave but the drive is pretty long from Barcelona (roughly 3 hours long). Next time I'd definitely stay in town and explore more of the coast, but it makes for a wonderful day trip too.

A visit to Barcelona is incomplete without the Playa Mar Bella. We checked out the nudie beach on…read morethe very small stretch of land available. If you don't bring a towel to sit on, there will be a guy walking around trying to sell you one.

A gorgeous beach with a walkway and places to eat. Showers and foot wash areas. Great place to…read morespend the day or a week! Or the whole summer.

Beautiful beach with very pebbley sand right where the water breaks. My feet were a little…read moreuncomfortable while walking in. The waves are ankle high and the water is a cool temperature at the beginning of summer. Bathing suits are optional for all. The majority of beach goers do wear a full suit, but some do opt for nothing at all.

Barceloneta is a beautiful, clean and picturesque beach. And best of all, it is located right in…read morethe middle of the city so you can easily get here with the metro. It has everything that you can wish for in a beach. The beach is actually located along a long expanse of shoreline with a boardwalk/promenade. Along this boardwalk, you will find jungle gyms, volleyball nets, surfers, sunbathers and street vendors. And there are loads of restaurants, shops, and even casinos located along this strip too. Definitely worth a look while you are in Barcelona.