Where to go from Barcelona
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Where to go from Barcelona
Hi all, we are flying to and from Barcelona ( from west coast in US) June 10-21. We have two teenagers ( boys age 14 & 15), who enjoy beach’s a lot.
So does anyone has recommendation on where to go from Barcelona? Is Valencia better Or San Sebastián Area? Or does anyone recommend going toward south of France beaches? Thanks for all your suggestions.
So does anyone has recommendation on where to go from Barcelona? Is Valencia better Or San Sebastián Area? Or does anyone recommend going toward south of France beaches? Thanks for all your suggestions.
#3
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 1,281
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Collioure is one of the most beautiful spots in France. It is a traditional Catalan village with a couple of terrific beaches right by a castle and church with stunning Catalan architecture. You will not be alone, however. Great for people watching. There is also a dramatic cliff/shore walk north from Notre Dame des Anges to Ouille Beach. All along the coast south of Collioure to Banyuls there are little beaches protected by forts, redoubts, lighthouses. Very picturesque and they all make for good exploration along the rocky shore.
Catalonia stretches on both sides of the Spain/France border, with Barcelona and Perpignan being the twin capitals. Perpignan has the Palais du Roi de Mallorca, definitely worth visiting, and also a major Dali mural in the train station.
Catalonia stretches on both sides of the Spain/France border, with Barcelona and Perpignan being the twin capitals. Perpignan has the Palais du Roi de Mallorca, definitely worth visiting, and also a major Dali mural in the train station.
#4
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 7,067
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I just returned from a trip where I went from Barcelona to Tarragona to Valencia. It wasn't beach season (although I walked along them) but all three cities do have beaches. Tarragona has Roman ruins that might be interesting to that age (only takes a day or so to see it, it's a small city). I was pleasantly surprised at how much I loved Valencia. Just gorgeous. And there are a couple of castles that are easy half day trips from Valencia.
#6
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 78,320
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
How long will you be in your destination city - San Sebastian is a long way from Barcelona - Valencia - a cool old town with a modern beach area would be great as would a ferry or flight to Ibiza area though may be too much a party scene.
#11
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 15,767
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
It depends which direction you decide to take
going north. - Bilbao and ,for beach time , Santander or S. Sebastian ( both very popular )
If you head to Valencia.., day trips to Cuenca or/ and Xativa could be “no beach” days.
going north. - Bilbao and ,for beach time , Santander or S. Sebastian ( both very popular )
If you head to Valencia.., day trips to Cuenca or/ and Xativa could be “no beach” days.
#12
Join Date: Jun 2017
Posts: 1,742
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Start of June the weather is still a little iffy for the beach. It should be sunny and warm but the further north you go the greater the risk it won't be.
The advantage of Barcelona is the beaches are in walking distances of the touristy parts of the city. The disadvantage is the beaches aren't exactly pretty. For the most part they're more or less manmade. A nice break if you are visiting the city but if you want beaches maybe not the best idea. You need to decide if you want beaches or?
Please don't take the ferry to Rome. If you want to come here fly. Save yourself time and money. Or read the reviews and decide for yourself.
I really liked Valencia but the beaches from memory are harder to get to from the city centre.
It would help if you gave us some information on other interests.
I'd point you towards Seville in the south. If you could change your dates or extend the trip a few days the Fest St. Joan in Barcelona is the 23rd. Start in Seville and maybe the odd daytrip. End in Barcelona for the festival.
But that's what I would do.
The advantage of Barcelona is the beaches are in walking distances of the touristy parts of the city. The disadvantage is the beaches aren't exactly pretty. For the most part they're more or less manmade. A nice break if you are visiting the city but if you want beaches maybe not the best idea. You need to decide if you want beaches or?
Please don't take the ferry to Rome. If you want to come here fly. Save yourself time and money. Or read the reviews and decide for yourself.
I really liked Valencia but the beaches from memory are harder to get to from the city centre.
It would help if you gave us some information on other interests.
I'd point you towards Seville in the south. If you could change your dates or extend the trip a few days the Fest St. Joan in Barcelona is the 23rd. Start in Seville and maybe the odd daytrip. End in Barcelona for the festival.
But that's what I would do.
#13
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 15,767
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Yes, beaches in Valencia are not as close to town as in Barcelona
There is good transportation from the centre.
Malaga is a nice town on the beach ..
for non beach time - Seville?
it will be much warmer in Andalusia than the north.
There is good transportation from the centre.
Malaga is a nice town on the beach ..
for non beach time - Seville?
it will be much warmer in Andalusia than the north.