I enjoyed this stretch of the Mediterranean Sea because it was free of tourists, secluded, and the…read morewater was clean! This is about a one hour train ride from Barcelona and totally worth it. What we did was pick up picnic food/wine and jumped on the RENFE train from Plaza Catalunya. Be sure to leave yourself enough time to figure out which train you are supposed to take. Our train left Barcelona around 2pm on a Saturday and we took the return train around 7pm. This was plenty of time for us to enjoy and get back just in time to get ready for dinner. The town at Sant Pol de Mar seemed like it had really cute shops. Unfortunately, at the time we were there nearly everything was closed. I am glad we had our own food and libations. The best thing about being in the Med Sea is floating completely effortlessly. This was by far my favorite part... well that and the beauty of being topless, or nude should you choose! Enjoy!

Well worth the jaunt from Barcelona for a private beach vibe. Arenys de Munt, just up the hill…read morefrom Arenys de Mar (lots of fresh seafood options here!) night life is also great if you are averse to the chaotic tourism throng in BCN and want some authentic late night purblito culture .

Beautiful beach in Barcelona!…read more This particular beach is clothing optional. In addition, there is a spot where gay men congregate. (When you arrive to this particular beach, go to the far right.) However, everyone passes by, with or without clothes. Just make sure that you're comfortable. Otherwise, go to the other beaches nearby. If you want to rent a lounge chair and an umbrella, be sure to arrive early. Otherwise, you'll have to find a spot on the sand. There are some restaurants and bars on the beach. Be sure to hydrate yourself! In addition, there are vendors who walk back and forth the beach selling beverages and wraparounds. (After all, you can't go to the bar nude.) There are restrooms nearby. There are free lockers as well especially if you're worried about things being taken. There is a public shower available for you to rinse off sand. So, get there, put down your stuff and get in the marvelous Mediterranean!

Larger beach from the ones all around. The waves are also a little more with lots of kite and wind…read moresurfing. There are lots going nude here too. Although many are the ones that you do not want to see nude.

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.

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.

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!