Badalona

Travel Guide

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, pine trees, and a clear view of the sea.
A marina with boats, modern buildings, and a sunset in the background.
A pier extending into the sea with waves crashing against it, and a clear sky above.
Three children sitting on a stone bench with a large white column and domed buildings in the background.
A beach with a historic tower in the background.

Badalona offers sun and sand at the heart of the Catalan coastline, as well as a range of activities and unique architecture just a stone's throw from Barcelona.

Your holiday to Badalona lets you combine the peaceful, slow pace of the bright Catalan coastal towns with their fine sandy beaches with the attractive hustle and bustle of activity available in nearby Barcelona. Choose one of our cheap trips to Badalona and savour the city's coastline, which stretches for three miles and offers beaches such as Barca Maria, Pont d'en Botifarreta and l'Estació where you can take a cool dip, try sailing a Catalan patin sail boat or play a game of beach volleyball as you watch the sun cast a shadow of the Pont del Petroli, an old unloading wharf that is currently used as an oceanographic observatory and viewpoint.

As the sun slowly sets, wander towards the centre of the city and browse the shop windows, enjoying the contrast between emblematic buildings of the Catalan Modernist style, such as the Anís del Mono distillery, Casa Enric Mir, Casa Leprevost or Casa Pavillard, and authentic treasures of ancient Baetulo, the name of the town in the Roman age, as well as the Roman archaeological site, the gardens of Quintus Licinius, or the House of the Dolphins, a Roman domus dated 1st century BC, which is arranged around an atrium where you can sit and contemplate some very original mosaics.

Check out the selection of package holidays to Badalona to enjoy some of the sites and don't miss a trip to Sant Jeroni de la Murtra, a 15th-century Gothic monastery declared a Historical-Artistic monument.

Given its close proximity to Barcelona, Badalona has a very efficient public transport network, so you'll have no problems getting around. Badalona's climate is warm and pleasant, with an average annual temperature of around 17°C.

Take advantage of a holiday deal to Badalona and relax in the sea breeze while you enjoy a dish of paella or some tapas at one of the seafront restaurants along Paseo Marítimo.

Where to stay in Badalona

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Centre

If you're spending some time in Centre, Badalona Beach and Pescadors Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Progrés

While you're in Progrés, take in top sights like Badalona Beach and jump on the metro at Pep Ventura Station to see more of the city.

La Mora

If you're spending some time in La Mora, Badalona Beach and La Mora Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Gorg

While you're in Gorg, take in top sights like Badalona Beach and jump on the metro at Gorg Station to see more of the city.

La Salut

While you're in La Salut, take in top sights like Auditorio Barcelona - Sala Oriol Martorell and jump on the metro at La Salut Station to see more of the city.

Barcelona Airport Hotel

Barcelona Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Volateria, 3 El Prat de Llobregat
The price is RM647 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM647
RM730 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Prat de Llobregat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
Barcelona Airport Hotel
Grand Hyatt Barcelona

Grand Hyatt Barcelona

5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4 Barcelona
The price is RM965 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
RM965
RM1,183 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel Barcelona 5★ | Preferred Hotels & Resorts | Lifestyle Collection

Lamaro Hotel Barcelona 5★ | Preferred Hotels & Resorts | Lifestyle Collection

5 out of 5
Avenida Catedral, 7 Barcelona
The price is RM1,258 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
RM1,258
RM1,505 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,872 reviews)
"Excellent property in an excellent location. Nice staff, very helpful"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Lamaro Hotel Barcelona 5★ | Preferred Hotels & Resorts | Lifestyle Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Camping 3 Estrellas

Camping 3 Estrellas

2 out of 5
C-31, km 186 Gava Barcelona
Stay at this beach campsite in Gava. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,371 reviews)
"We stayed in the domos. So close to the beach! So easy to get to and from airport and you can take the bus into Barcelona with ease! Restaurant and supermarket were also very good! And the pool is AMAZING! Can’t wait to go back!!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Camping 3 Estrellas
Aparthotel Atenea Barcelona

Aparthotel Atenea Barcelona

4 out of 5
Joan Guell 207-211 Barcelona
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,187 reviews)
"It was as expected. Clean and convent. Good area."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Aparthotel Atenea Barcelona
Citadines Ramblas Barcelona

Citadines Ramblas Barcelona

3 out of 5
La Rambla, 122 Barcelona
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,600 reviews)
"Room was dirty Staff is nasty. No way to get a cab to cruise terminal. They are clueless"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Citadines Ramblas Barcelona
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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