{"id":5543,"date":"2019-03-25T07:00:55","date_gmt":"2019-03-25T07:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seeker.io\/?p=5543"},"modified":"2019-03-25T07:00:55","modified_gmt":"2019-03-25T07:00:55","slug":"best-beaches-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seeker.io\/article\/best-beaches-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Beaches in Spain for Every Type of Traveler"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What comes to mind when you think of the best <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"things to do in Spain (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/things-to-do-spain\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\">things to do in Spain<\/a>? Charming hillside towns, flamenco dancers, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/best-places-in-barcelona\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\">unlimited sangria<\/a> \u2014  oh, and of course, time spent on the beach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in the market for a beach getaway, you\u2019d be hard-pressed to find a better destination than Spain, the official world leader in quality of beaches after being awarded 696 Blue<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Blue Flags (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.blueflag.global\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a>Flags in 2018. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, whether you\u2019re hoping to ride the 12-foot waves at Playa de Mundaka or spend some quality family time under the sun, here are the best beaches in Spain for every type of traveler:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"42.034771\" data-longitude=\"3.195228\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/1kAHFfzv\/platja-de-lestartit-catalunya-spain\" data-placeid=\"941\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/1kAHFfzv\/platja-de-lestartit-catalunya-spain\">For Snorkelling &amp; Diving: Platja de l\u2019Estartit, Costa Brava <\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gallery-slideshow-block seeker-slideshow-wrapper\"><button class=\"scroll-next\"> <\/button><button class=\"scroll-previous disabled\"> <\/button><div class=\"indicators \"><div class=\"indicator active\"><\/div><div class=\"indicator\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"scrolling-container\"><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_571018681.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Natural Reserve of Illes Medes, L&#8217;Estartit, Spain.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_76226596.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Snorkeler on water surface Medes Islands, Costa Brava, Spain.<\/div><\/div><\/div><slideshow-actions :user=\"user\"><\/slideshow-actions><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Stretching across the northeastern corner of Spain up to the French border is the famous Costa Brava shoreline: home to some of the best beaches in the Mediterranean. L\u2019Estartit is the small seaside town just outside of Girona, which centers around its beach on the tip of the Bay of Roses. Platja de l\u2019Estartit lies less than a mile from the seven islets of the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.visitestartit.com\/en\/descobreix-nos\/illes-medes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Medes Islands archipelago<\/a>, a protected marine reserve that offers a rich diversity of flora and fauna reserves. From the shores of l\u2019Estartit, it\u2019s easy to make your way over to the islands to observe everything from brightly colored coral, starfish, and gorgonia at shallow depths or explore the rocky caves and shipwrecks that remain conserved today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"43.318619\" data-longitude=\"-1.986012\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/frhY6Jgj\/beach-of-la-concha-basque-country-spain\" data-placeid=\"942\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/frhY6Jgj\/beach-of-la-concha-basque-country-spain\">For Families with Kids: Playa de la Concha, San Sebasti\u00e1n<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-latitude=\"43.318619\" data-longitude=\"-1.986012\" src=\"https:\/\/d39ghehfp8sbx4.cloudfront.net\/media\/img\/1\/fe44a9c9-8f9a-43d0-afa1-a8b04664d4b6-1400.jpg?placeid=942&amp;name=Beach%20of%20La%20Concha&amp;lat=43.318619&amp;lng=-1.986012\" alt=\"Aerial view of San Sebasti&#xE1;n, Spain.\"\/><figcaption>Aerial view of San Sebasti&#xE1;n, Spain.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Named after the seashell shape of the The Concha Bay (literally shell), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sansebastianturismo.com\/en\/to-do\/what-not-to-miss\/the-concha-bay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Playa de la Concha<\/a> in San Sebasti\u00e1n is consistently rated as one of the best beaches in Europe. This sweet Spain beach is highly photographable, with spectacular views of Urgell Mountain on one side and Igueldo Mountain on the other. The beach stretches from the old harbor and city hall for 1,500 meters to what\u2019s known as the Parrot\u2019s Beak. The mountains protect the beach from strong winds and high waves, while the shallow and calm waters make this spot ideal for travelers of all ages. Elsewhere, you can find activities like paddling, sunbathing, and swimming, making it the perfect beach for everyone in the family.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"39.32383\" data-longitude=\"3.13907\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/Qw_-bqrvK\/cala-llombards-cala-llombards-spain\" data-placeid=\"4300\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/Qw_-bqrvK\/cala-llombards-cala-llombards-spain\">For Adrenaline Junkies: Cala Llombards, Mallorca<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-latitude=\"39.32383\" data-longitude=\"3.13907\" src=\"https:\/\/d39ghehfp8sbx4.cloudfront.net\/media\/img\/1\/bf9b3fe3-daa0-4ab3-8ae3-6fd694b968b7-1400.jpg?placeid=4300&amp;name=Cala%20Llombards&amp;lat=39.32383&amp;lng=3.13907\" alt=\"Cliff jumping, Cala Llombards, Mallorca. instagram.com\/thefreshspot_\"\/><figcaption>Cliff jumping, Cala Llombards, Mallorca. instagram.com\/thefreshspot_<br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Balearic Islands are home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Spain, so it\u2019s no wonder why the biggest island of Mallorca has become one of Europe\u2019s hottest destinations in recent years. Despite the hordes of tourists roaming Mallorca, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Cala Llombards (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc-mallorca.com\/cala-llombards\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cala Llombards<\/a> is a spot that hasn\u2019t yet caught on. Located near the small village of Es Llombards, the secluded cove beach is tiny at just 55 meters in length and surrounded by pine trees and bushes. Once you\u2019re there, however, it\u2019s hard not to marvel at the dramatic rocky cliffs, steep drops, and deep waters \u2013 all the right ingredients for cliff jumping. Even if you\u2019re not the thrill seeking type, Mallorca\u2019s postcard scenery climb to the top of the cliff alone will leave you breathless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"36.506733\" data-longitude=\"-4.885941\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/p76z9Q5P\/playa-de-venus-marbella-spain\" data-placeid=\"944\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/p76z9Q5P\/playa-de-venus-marbella-spain\">For Honeymooners: Playa de la Venus, Marbella<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gallery-slideshow-block seeker-slideshow-wrapper\"><button class=\"scroll-next\"> <\/button><button class=\"scroll-previous disabled\"> <\/button><div class=\"indicators \"><div class=\"indicator active\"><\/div><div class=\"indicator\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"scrolling-container\"><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_1320710663.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Honeymoon couple, Playa de la Venus, Marbella, Spain.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_1107922760.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Bright blue waters, Marbella, Spain.<\/div><\/div><\/div><slideshow-actions :user=\"user\"><\/slideshow-actions><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In Spain\u2019s most southern province of Andalusia lies the beautiful Costa del Sol, which is comprised of dozens of seaside towns and former fishing settlements along the shores of M\u00e1laga. Marbella, in particular, is a little slice of heaven. With over 17 miles of beautiful coastline, Marbella has endless beaches (24 to be exact) that are within a short journey of luxurious resorts and hotels. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Playa de la Venus (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.visitcostadelsol.com\/explore\/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol\/la-venus-beach-p21781\" target=\"_blank\">Playa de la Venus<\/a> is the centrally located beach of Marbella whose palm-tree lined promenade, white-washed Andalusian architecture, and warm-hearted locals make for a truly romantic getaway.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"39.477261\" data-longitude=\"-0.323375\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/1qm-Cs7E\/playa-de-la-malvarrosa-valencia-valencia-valencian-community-spain\" data-placeid=\"945\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/1qm-Cs7E\/playa-de-la-malvarrosa-valencia-valencia-valencian-community-spain\">For Foodies: Playa de la Malvarrosa, Valencia<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gallery-slideshow-block seeker-slideshow-wrapper\"><button class=\"scroll-next\"> <\/button><button class=\"scroll-previous disabled\"> <\/button><div class=\"indicators \"><div class=\"indicator active\"><\/div><div class=\"indicator\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"scrolling-container\"><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/34781330_216671485798296_4048105885929570304_n.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Paella in Valencia, Spain. instagram.com\/janeminarik<\/div><\/div><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_543207712.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Palm tree promenade,  Playa de la Malvarrosa, Valencia.<\/div><\/div><\/div><slideshow-actions :user=\"user\"><\/slideshow-actions><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people come to Spain in search of great weather, pitchers of sangria, and daily siestas, but the delicious Mediterranean cuisine also makes it one of Europe\u2019s top food destinations. If you\u2019re just getting acclimated to the food in Spain, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Spanish Paella (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/paella-valencia-spain\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish Paella<\/a> is one of the best dishes to try, and what better way to enjoy the rice-based platter than going back to where it originated \u2014  Valencia! Located in the heart of the city, <a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/1qm-Cs7E\/playa-de-la-malvarrosa-valencia-valencia-valencian-community-spain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Playa de la Malvarrosa<\/a> is one of the best beaches in Spain for those who want to take an introduction course to Spanish cuisine. It\u2019s a safe, clean, and popular destination among locals and visitors, but the real draw is the beach\u2019s promenade that features an endless array of seaside restaurants and bars, each with their own take on the famous regional dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"27.755714\" data-longitude=\"-15.567039\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/GiY-E-9L\/playa-del-ingles-playa-del-ingles-canary-islands-spain\" data-placeid=\"946\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/GiY-E-9L\/playa-del-ingles-playa-del-ingles-canary-islands-spain\">For Day Drinkers: Playa del Ingl\u00e9s, Gran Canaria<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gallery-slideshow-block seeker-slideshow-wrapper\"><button class=\"scroll-next\"> <\/button><button class=\"scroll-previous disabled\"> <\/button><div class=\"indicators \"><div class=\"indicator active\"><\/div><div class=\"indicator\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"scrolling-container\"><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_270741947.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria, Spain.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_1114980398.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Beachside sand dunes on Gran Canaria, Spain.<\/div><\/div><\/div><slideshow-actions :user=\"user\"><\/slideshow-actions><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Playa del Ingl\u00e9s and the surrounding <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellocanaryislands.com\/nature-areas\/gran-canaria\/maspalomas-dunes-nature-reserve\/\" target=\"_blank\">dunes of Maspalomas<\/a> have been attracting millions of sun-chasing tourists since the resort was developed in the 1960s. Located on the southern coast of the island of Gran Canaria, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Playa del Ingl\u00e9s (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.spain-grancanaria.com\/en\/what-to-do\/beaches\/playa-del-ingles.html\" target=\"_blank\">Playa del Ingl\u00e9s<\/a> is the most famous holiday destination (most notably the Northern European crowd) in the Canary Islands, and it\u2019s not hard to see why, as the island receives roughly 320 days of sunshine and blue skies each year. Playa del Ingl\u00e9s is more than a beautiful Spain beach with great weather; it\u2019s become one of Europe\u2019s premiere clubbing destinations, where the party starts early in the day and continues well into the night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"43.404675\" data-longitude=\"-2.69933\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/dtQPw-zr\/playa-de-mundaka-mundakako-itsasadarra-pais-vasco-spain\" data-placeid=\"947\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/dtQPw-zr\/playa-de-mundaka-mundakako-itsasadarra-pais-vasco-spain\">For Surfing Enthusiasts: Playa de Mundaka, Biscay<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gallery-slideshow-block seeker-slideshow-wrapper\"><button class=\"scroll-next\"> <\/button><button class=\"scroll-previous disabled\"> <\/button><div class=\"indicators \"><div class=\"indicator active\"><\/div><div class=\"indicator\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"scrolling-container\"><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_1135035695.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Big waves at Playa de Mundaka, Biscay, Spain.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"single-image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/seeker.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_1024799479.jpg)\"><div class=\"image-caption\">Big waves at Playa de Mundaka, Biscay, Spain.<\/div><\/div><\/div><slideshow-actions :user=\"user\"><\/slideshow-actions><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With a dream left hand barrel and arguably the best river mouth wave in the world, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/turismo.euskadi.eus\/es\/playas-embalses-rios\/playa-de-laidatxu\/aa30-12375\/es\/\" target=\"_blank\">Playa de Mundaka<\/a> has been celebrated as one of the world\u2019s top destinations for surfing since the 1960s. One of the former sites of the World Championship Tour of Surfing, Playa de Mundaka is located on the rocky coast on the Bay of Biscay. While the town of Mundaka itself is a sleepy Medieval village, the architecture does make for some interesting views (the take-off point even overlooks an 11th century church). The hollow, fast barrelling waves of Mundaka rise to a height of 12 ft and make this scenic stretch of Basque coastline a must to check off for surfing enthusiasts of all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"41.378372\" data-longitude=\"2.192468\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/eofPQjEK\/barceloneta-beach-barceloneta-beach-catalonia-spain\" data-placeid=\"948\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/eofPQjEK\/barceloneta-beach-barceloneta-beach-catalonia-spain\">For the City Dweller: Playa de la Barceloneta, Barcelona<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-latitude=\"41.378372\" data-longitude=\"2.192468\" src=\"https:\/\/d39ghehfp8sbx4.cloudfront.net\/media\/img\/1\/1ae2044f-1c1c-4ec6-9cc9-1a573662d278-1400.jpg?placeid=948&amp;name=Barceloneta%20Beach&amp;lat=41.378372&amp;lng=2.192468\" alt=\"La Barcelona beach, Barcelona, Spain. Ingus Kruklitis \/ Shutterstock.com\"\/><figcaption>La Barcelona beach, Barcelona, Spain. Ingus Kruklitis \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hugging the coastline of La Barceloneta, Barcelona\u2019s once thriving fisherman\u2019s quarter, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.barcelonaturisme.com\/wv3\/it\/page\/1114\/playa-de-la-barceloneta.html\" target=\"_blank\">Playa de la Barceloneta<\/a>, is one of the most-visited beaches in Spain. The beach features a lively atmosphere with activities ranging from volleyball to paddleboarding, while the area of Barceloneta itself is packed with joggers and cyclists as well as tapas bars, seaside patios, and surf shops as far as the eye can see. For the entire stretch of the beach, the famous W Hotel can be seen soaring for miles, whereas some of the biggest nightclubs in all of Barcelona can be found along the shores of the beach. Located in the historic city center, the beach is just a quick walk or short cab ride away from all the major tourist attractions, sites, and hotels in the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"marker-heading seeker-place seeker-place-heading\" data-latitude=\"42.223846\" data-longitude=\"-8.902805\" data-placeurl=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/E-ZMqgpM\/playa-de-roda-playa-de-roda-spain\" data-placeid=\"949\" class=\"wp-block-seeker-place-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/seeker.io\/app\/place\/E-ZMqgpM\/playa-de-roda-playa-de-roda-spain\">For Book Lovers: Playa de Rodas, Islas C\u00edes <\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-latitude=\"42.223846\" data-longitude=\"-8.902805\" src=\"https:\/\/d39ghehfp8sbx4.cloudfront.net\/media\/img\/1\/6755f0ce-5a47-4e28-b8ec-b64bdcce8a59-1400.jpg?placeid=949&amp;name=Playa%20de%20Roda&amp;lat=42.223846&amp;lng=-8.902805\" alt=\"Playa de Rodas, Islas C&#xED;es, Spain. homydesign \/ Shutterstock.com\"\/><figcaption>Playa de Rodas, Islas C&#xED;es, Spain. homydesign \/ Shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just off the shore of Galicia lies the powder-white sand and azure waters found across the C\u00edes Islands. While Spanish beaches typically have the feel of the Mediterranean Sea, the northwestern Galicia sits just north of Portugal on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, making for a different experience completely. As the point of connection for the islands of Monteagudo and Faro, the tranquil <a href=\"http:\/\/www.turismodevigo.org\/fr\/playa-de-rodas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Playa de Rodas<\/a> beach is where locals come to spend lazy summer days under the sun surrounded by pine trees and idyllic scenery \u2014  the ideal setting for those whose idea of a beach vacation involves a great book. The beach has a string of seafood restaurants and bars nearby where, from sangria to tequila to beer, you can find the perfect reading companion of your choice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What comes to mind when you think of the best things to do in Spain? 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