Barcelona: Vermouth Tasting Catamaran & Barceloneta Sailing

Three Vermouths, One Catamaran, and the Barcelona Skyline

You board a catamaran in Barceloneta and sail toward the Hotel W while tasting three distinct vermouths (a spiced red, a citrus white, and an aged reserve) with snacks and a full bar on board. The route takes you past the Barcelona skyline and beach atmosphere in one sweep, and the whole experience runs two to three hours without feeling rushed. Book ahead if you want a specific departure time, and note that children can join but won't be able to taste the alcohol.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran sailing and vermouth tasting

• Board catamaran in Barceloneta
• Sail along Barceloneta coast
• Enjoy panoramic city views
• Taste classic red vermouth
• Taste white vermouth
• Taste reserve vermouth

The experience

Most people see Barcelona from the street. You'll see it from the water. The difference is immediate. The catamaran leaves from Barceloneta and heads toward the Hotel W, and within minutes the city flips from something you're walking through to something you're floating past. The urban skyline and the sea stop being separate things and just become the view. That's when the vermouth arrives.

The tasting includes three varieties, each one different enough that you notice. There's a classic red vermouth with cinnamon and cloves: the kind that tastes like someone's been thinking about it for a long time. Then a white vermouth, lighter and citrusy, the sort of thing that makes sense when you're on the water with the breeze coming off the Mediterranean. And a reserve, aged in barrels, with a depth that catches you off guard if you're expecting something simple. The bar is on board, so you're not rationing sips or watching the clock. Snacks come with it, which matters more than it sounds when you're tasting spirits in the afternoon sun.

The route itself is the draw: Barceloneta to the Hotel W is one of those stretches where the architecture and the water actually talk to each other. You get the relaxed beach atmosphere of Barceloneta on one side and the modern skyline on the other, and the catamaran sits right in the middle of both. It's not a long journey, maybe two to three hours total, which is exactly long enough to taste three things properly and not so long that you're restless.

Children under 18 can't have the vermouth, but they can ride along and eat the snacks and see the same water and skyline. Pregnant travelers should skip this one. Public transport gets you to the departure point, so you don't need a car to get there. If you're thinking about doing this, book it for the late afternoon: the light changes everything, and the city looks different when the sun's lower.

What’s included

• Three vermouth tastings (classic red, white, and reserve).
• snacks.
• bar on board with access to additional drinks.
• catamaran sailing from Barceloneta to Hotel W with panoramic views of the Barcelona coast and skyline.

Before you book

Days and timesSundayDepartures at 11:30, 12:00 and 12:30

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (6 to 10 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 124

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by TurTur Experience

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to taste vermouth in a setting that's not a bar stool. The catamaran and the route do the work of making it memorable, so you just show up and let the water and the city do the talking.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 10 years); Infant (under 6): 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.

How long is the catamaran vermouth tasting in Barcelona?

The experience runs approximately 2–3 hours from departure in Barceloneta to the Hotel W and back.

What three vermouths are included in the tasting?

A classic red vermouth with spicy cinnamon and clove notes; a white vermouth with citrus and floral touches; and a reserve vermouth aged in barrels with subtle sweetness.

Is food included with the vermouth tasting?

Yes, snacks are included on board along with access to the bar.

Is the vermouth tasting suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, this experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

How do I get to the catamaran departure point?

Public transportation options are available near the departure point in Barceloneta.

What is the route of the catamaran?

The catamaran sails from Barceloneta along the coast toward the Hotel W, offering views of the Barcelona skyline and beaches.

Is there a bar on the catamaran?

Yes, there is a bar on board where you can order drinks and refreshments throughout the journey.