Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona: Beach Spots Locals Gatekeep
Everyone goes to Barceloneta. That's exactly why you shouldn't. These are the beaches where locals actually swim, in the city and just outside it, plus the stops worth a short train ride. Bring this list and thank me in August.
Every pin comes with my personal notes. Not reviews. Not aggregated ratings. What I'd actually tell you if you asked me in person.
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1 of 8Bogatell Beach
Christina's note: This is where Poblenou actually goes to the beach. Calmer, cleaner and more local than Barceloneta, with a crowd that values quality over noise. Book a table at Xiringuito Escriba on the boardwalk, the paella and rice dishes are genuinely amazing. Weekends fill up, so reserve ahead.
Paseo Maritimo del Bogatell, s/n, Barcelona
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