The options at a glance
| From | How | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| City centre | Metro L4 to Barceloneta, then a walk to the sand | About 7 min by road | Or walk from the Gothic Quarter |
| Airport | Aerobús to Plaça de Catalunya, then L4 from Urquinaona or a walk | About 19 min by road (16 km) | See airport to the city |
| Cruise port | Cruise bus to Portal de la Pau, then a walk along the port | About 12 min by road | See the cruise port guide |
Metro lines and stations: TMB map.
Walking there
From the bottom of La Rambla, the walk along Port Vell and the Passeig de Joan de Borbó to the beach is flat and easy. From the Born and the Gothic Quarter you cross Via Laietana and reach the quarter in a few minutes more. It is often the nicest way to arrive.
Inside Barceloneta the streets are narrow and residential. A car can leave you on the wider roads at the edge of the quarter, close to the beach.
Tips for the day
- Keep valuables to a minimum and never leave bags unattended on the sand: busy beaches attract pickpockets.
- Do not bring suitcases to the beach. On a last day, see luggage on your last day.
- The quieter beaches continue north-east along the seafront, towards the Olympic Port and beyond.
- Going on to an evening concert at the seafront? See Parc del Fòrum.
From the airport to a seafront hotel
Many hotels and apartments are close to the beach. QuickPickups, which publishes this guide, sells private transfers from the airport to your address at a fixed price agreed when you book; its booking box is marked on this page. For the public transport options, see airport to the city centre.
QuickPickups booking service
Booking a private transfer: the usual questions
- Is the price really fixed?
- Yes. You see the full price for the vehicle before you pay, and it does not change with traffic, the route or the time of day.
- What if my flight is late?
- Your flight number is tracked in real time and the pick-up time is adjusted. At the airport you get 60 minutes of free waiting after landing; at the cruise port, 30 minutes.
- How will I find the driver?
- At the airport the driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name sign. Your confirmation email has the contact details.
- Can I get child seats?
- Yes, on request when you book, for a small supplement shown before you pay. Tell us the age or weight of each child.
- Can I get an invoice?
- Yes. QUICKPICKUPS S.L. can issue an invoice for your booking, including one made out to your company.
- What if my plans change?
- Cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance are free. You can manage the booking from your confirmation email or by writing to info@quickpickups.es.