Sitges, Spain
Sitges is a coastal town in Spain's Catalonia region, 30 minutes southwest of Barcelona, backed by the mountainous Parc Natural del Garraf. It's known for its beautiful, sandy Mediterranean beaches and seafront promenade. The compact old town (dating back to the 11th century) and surrounding streets are filled with shops, restaurants, and nightclubs. Sitges is known for being an especially open-minded, artistic place where all people are welcome.
Getting there
Fly into Barcelona–El Prat Airport. You then have the the following transportation options to Sitges:
Train: Renfe
The most cost effective option (tickets under 10 euros if booked in advance).
www.renfe.com/es/en
The most cost effective option (tickets under 10 euros if booked in advance).
www.renfe.com/es/en
Private Bus: Monbus
www.monbus.es/en
+34 982 29 29 00
www.monbus.es/en
+34 982 29 29 00
Car Rental*:
Book a vehicle prior to arrival with any of the major companies (Avis, Sixt, Eurocar, Budget, etc.). This is arguably the most convenient option but requires an international driving permit (Get Your IDP).
Book a vehicle prior to arrival with any of the major companies (Avis, Sixt, Eurocar, Budget, etc.). This is arguably the most convenient option but requires an international driving permit (Get Your IDP).
Taxi:
At any main exit of Terminal 1 (T1) or Terminal 2 (T2) of Barcelona El-Prat airport there are plentiful taxis available to new arrivals. You can also reach two popular taxi companies at the numbers below.
Radio Taxi Barcelona:
+34 93 2933111
Taxis Barcelona:
+34 93 1131920
At any main exit of Terminal 1 (T1) or Terminal 2 (T2) of Barcelona El-Prat airport there are plentiful taxis available to new arrivals. You can also reach two popular taxi companies at the numbers below.
Radio Taxi Barcelona:
+34 93 2933111
Taxis Barcelona:
+34 93 1131920
*If not renting a vehicle, utilize the following services upon arriving in Sitges:
Taxi Sant Pere de Ribes:
+34 938 96 21 63
Taxi Sitges:
+34 938 94 13 29
Taxi Sant Pere de Ribes:
+34 938 96 21 63
Taxi Sitges:
+34 938 94 13 29
Accommodations
Sabàtic Sitges, Autograph Collection
Av. Sofia, 65, 08870
Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
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Av. Sofia, 65, 08870
Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
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Casa Vilella
Passeig Marítim, 21, 08870
Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
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Passeig Marítim, 21, 08870
Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
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Please feel free to peruse Airbnb for some ideas. In addition to Airbnb, two well-run rental agencies are the Sitges Group and Stay Sitges. There are plenty of affordable and charming apartments in downtown Sitges for rent if you prefer to stay closer to the sea. If you'd like to stay closer to the Villa, maybe with a bigger group, there are many beautiful villas and masias up the hill in Sant Pere de Ribes. It's about a ten minute winding drive down to the coast.
Restaurants in Sitges
Costa Dorada: A New York Times recommendation - "Family owned since 1968, this seafront restaurant is a good choice for paella and fideuà, a Catalan take on paella made with stubby vermicelli pasta. Book in advance for a place on the terrace, which overlooks the Platja de Sant Sebastiá. (Entrees from about 14 euros to 44 euros.)"
La Punta: Another recommendation from the Times - "Located on a quiet street a few steps from the Platja de Sant Sebastiá, this stylish and low-key small-plates restaurant with a courtyard patio is a favorite among locals, who would rather keep it for themselves. Delicious contemporary Catalan cooking, including dishes like glazed suckling pig with mango cream, smoked salmon tartare with nori, wasabi and a fried egg, and lobster ravioli with Parmesan cream. (Entrees from 13 euros to 25 euros.)"
More recommendations coming soon.
Things to do in Sitges
Wander Sitges' old town: Sitges has been referred to as the Saint-Tropez of Spain. Get lost in the winding cobblestone alleyways!
Relax by the beach: There are 17 beaches in Sitges, two of which, Platja del Balmins and Platja d'Aiguadolc, are clothing optional. However, if you prefer your beaches to have a dress code, you can stick to the main beaches near the center of town like Platja de la Ribera, Platja de la Fragata, and Platja de l'Estanyol.
Rent a boat and get out on the water: Cruise through the Mediterranean Sea and view Sitges from a completely different perspective. Reach out to Small Boat Rental Sinlicensia
(+34 617 009 768) or Large Boat Rental Surcando Mares Sitges (+34 93 894 93 17), or book online here.
(+34 617 009 768) or Large Boat Rental Surcando Mares Sitges (+34 93 894 93 17), or book online here.
Wine tasting: Wine lovers will want to explore the home of Spanish sparkling wine, Penedès, only 20 minutes inland from Sitges. Here, you can visit some of Spain’s top wineries: from Familia Torres, who have been making outstanding reds—like the award-winning Mas La Plana—for 150 years, to nearby Jean Leon where Spanish émigré-turned New York cab driver Jean Leon built his winery, not to mention producers of ultra-high-end sparkling Corpinnat wine, including Torelló, Llopart and Gramona.