Not only is Barcelona blessed with a great food scene, stunning architecture and superb nightlife, it has beaches. Here’s your guide to picking out the best stretch of sand for your holiday.

The R1 train from Barcelona-Sants gets you there in under an hour and a half, and the beach is only a 10-minute walk from Malgrat de Mar train station. Holiday rentals in Malgrat de Mar Long-term ...

3. ­Juice and Shine, 10 a.m. Morning is a great time to visit San Sebastià beach, which due to its proximity to the port and city center gets very crowded as the day wears on.

Platja Mar Bella. Barcelona’s beaches are much of a muchness but in general you’ll have more sand to yourself the further north you walk. Mar Bella is where things begin to get quieter and ...

Avoid the droves of bustling crowds with this pristine beach - located just 15 minutes away from one of Barcelona's busiest hotpots - that has been described by one local as the 'perfect escape' ...