Sailing Barcelona's Coastline: Vermut, Swim & Mediterranean Views

Sail past La Sagrada Familia and the Columbus monument from the sea, then jump in for a swim.

A 90-minute sailing tour along Barcelona's coastline starting from Port Olimpic, with a professional skipper, frozen vermouth, snacks and the option to swim in the Mediterranean. You meet 15 minutes before departure, sail past the city's landmarks from the water, and the skipper shares sailing tips as you go. Groups stay under 12 people, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, French and German.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sailing and swimming in Barcelona

• Meet skippers at meeting point
• Board the boat and get comfortable
• Enjoy views of Barcelona coastline
• See La Sagrada Familia and Columbus monument
• Swim in the Mediterranean Sea if weather allows

The experience

The boat leaves Port Olimpic, the renovated harbor where you board with a frozen vermouth and light snacks already waiting. The route hugs Barcelona's coastline for 90 minutes, and from the water you see La Sagrada Familia and the Columbus monument the way most visitors never do: framed against the city instead of crowded into it from the street. The skipper navigates and talks you through what's happening with the sails, so if you've wondered how sailing actually works, you get the answer without signing up for a week-long course.

Whenever the weather cooperates, the captain stops and you can swim in the Mediterranean. Bring your swimsuit, towel, sunglasses and sunscreen if you plan to jump in. The water is the point, not an afterthought. The whole experience runs 90 minutes, which means you're back on land with time left in your afternoon. This is not an all-day commitment. Groups max out at 11 people, so it stays intimate even when the boat is full.

You'll need to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time to meet the skipper and get settled on board. The tour operates in English, Spanish, French and German, so language is not a barrier. Children can come along if an adult is with them, and the boat works for any fitness level. You're sitting or swimming, not hiking or climbing.

What’s included

• The 90-minute sailing experience includes frozen vermouth and light snacks.
• a professional skipper who shares sailing tips as you cruise.
• and the option to swim in the Mediterranean whenever weather permits.

Options for this experience

3 options

2 Hours PrivateGuide in 4 languages · 24 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 17:30Sailing Experience, Private

Sailing with vermouth timeGuide in 4 languages · 6 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 17:30Sailing with drinks lasting 1.5 hours

Shared sailing tour lasting 2 hoursGuide in 4 languages · 09:30, 12:00, 14:30 and 16:30

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day24 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 17:30

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 11

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Sailing Experience Barcelona

Is this one for you?Choose Vermut & Sailing for drinks and snacks woven into your coastline cruise with a swim stop; pick Shared Sailing if you prefer more time under sail without the refreshments; go Private if your group wants the boat without other passengers joining you.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I actually swim in the Mediterranean during this tour?

Yes, whenever weather allows it. The skipper makes a stop in the middle of the sea so you can jump in. Bring your swimsuit, towel, sunglasses and sunscreen if you want to take the plunge.

What landmarks will I see from the boat?

La Sagrada Familia and the Columbus monument are the main ones you'll spot from the water. The route follows Barcelona's coastline, so you see the city from a perspective most visitors miss.

How long does the whole experience take?

The sailing tour runs 90 minutes total. You arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time, so plan for about two hours from start to finish.

What's included in the price?

The sailing experience, frozen vermouth, light snacks and the skipper's expertise are all included. Gratuities and hotel pickup are not covered.