Chic beach town near Barcelona
A stylish, open-minded seaside town just south of Barcelona — 17 golden beaches, a whitewashed old town crowned by a church over the sea, a famous film festival, and legendary nightlife.




Signature local dishes worth seeking out.
Walkable; 35-minute train from Barcelona.
Easy day trip from Barcelona, but stay to enjoy the beaches and nightlife after day-trippers leave.
Generally safe — exercise normal travel awareness.
One of the Mediterranean's most vibrant scenes.