Barcelona Sailing Tour: 2-Hour Yacht, Open Bar & Swim Stop

Summary

Sail barcelona’s coast in a small group yacht with drinks swim snacks and skyline views

You’ll board a modern sailing yacht at Barcelona’s Port Olímpic for two relaxed hours along the coast with an open bar and plenty of snacks. A local skipper shares stories as you pass landmarks like El Peix and the Olympic towers. There’s time to swim if you want — or just lounge on deck cushions soaking in city views you won’t forget.

What’s the experience like?

We almost missed the boat — literally. The taxi dropped us at the wrong side of Port Olímpic, so we jogged past people sunbathing and kids licking ice cream, searching for our group. Our skipper, Jordi, waved from the dock (he didn’t seem annoyed at all), and just like that we climbed aboard, still catching our breath. I remember my sandal slipping on the deck — it was smoother than I expected — but Jordi handed me a cold drink right away, which helped.

The sea was calmer than I’d pictured. You could hear the soft slap of water against the hull and distant music from Barceloneta beach drifting over. There were only six of us plus Jordi, who told us about how Barcelona used to ignore its own coastline before the Olympics — he pointed out those two big towers and that gold fish sculpture (El Peix? I think I said it wrong; Jordi grinned politely). We passed close enough to see sunlight glinting off its scales. Someone opened a bag of chips and suddenly everyone was sharing snacks like old friends.

We stopped for a swim maybe halfway through. The water felt colder than I’d expected but in a good way — sharp and salty, woke me up. One guy tried to impress his girlfriend with a dive but mostly just splashed her (she laughed so hard she nearly dropped her drink). There weren’t any dolphins this time but honestly, floating there looking back at Barcelona’s skyline was enough for me. Sometimes you don’t need more than that.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — 2-hour sailing tour in Barcelona

• Meet at Port Olímpic
• Board modern sailing boat
• Sail along Barcelona coastline
• Enjoy open bar and snacks
• Stop for a short swim
• Spot dolphins and whales if lucky
• Admire Barcelona skyline and landmarks
• Pass by golden fish sculpture El Peix
• Return to Port Olímpic

Top questions

Where does the sailing tour in Barcelona depart from?

The tour departs from Port Olímpic in central Barcelona, between the two towers.

How long is the Barcelona sailing tour?

The sailing tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Are drinks included on this Barcelona sailing tour?

Yes, beverages are included as part of the open bar during your trip.

Is there time to swim during the sailing trip?

Yes, there is a stop for swimming if conditions allow.

How many people are on each sailing tour?

The maximum group size is 9 people per booking.

What landmarks will we see during the sail?

You’ll see Port Olímpic, El Peix golden fish sculpture, and Barcelona’s skyline including Hotel Arts & Mapfre Tower.

Are snacks provided on board?

Yes, small snacks are included during your sailing experience.

Is this Barcelona sailing tour suitable for children?

Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult; infants sit on an adult's lap.

What’s included

Your day includes boarding at Port Olímpic with a professional skipper guiding your small group along Barcelona’s coast. You’ll have access to soft cushions around the yacht’s bow and cockpit, enjoy complimentary beverages from the open bar plus snacks throughout the trip, and pause for a swim before returning to port.