Barcelona · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
The 15 best cruises & boat tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Barcelona catamaran cruise with skyline views, live music in summer sunsets, kids corner, sea-cleanup support. Drinks on board.
“What an amazing sunset cruise, it’s just dream come true vibe.”
4-hour catamaran cruise from Lloret de Mar along Costa Brava, with BBQ, drinks, and time to swim off the boat for $59.
“Fun tour! Despite having 94 guests on board, we hardly noticed it because everything was so well organized. Thank you!”
78-foot catamaran sunset cruise in Barcelona with live jazz, skyline views, and a bar. Small group, 1.5 to 2.5 hours.
“Well worth the money. Drinks were very cheap & the atmosphere was perfect! Would recommend 100%!”
Barcelona hop-on hop-off buses plus optional 1-hour catamaran. Two routes, headphone audio, 24 or 48-hour passes, Gaudí and ports.
“It is great for seeing the sites, and you see a lot, but plan on what you are going to hop off for. Some things you’ll need tickets in advance to enjoy them.”
2-hour Barcelona catamaran with music, skyline views, nets for sunbathing, and a tapa plus free drink, with day swim or sunset option.
“The boat trip was very nice for me and my sister. We enjoyed the swimming time and first free drinks too!”
See Barcelona from the water on a quick 9-mile Las Golondrinas cruise, with skyline and beaches, open deck comfort, and great value.
“Nice way to spend an hour relaxing and taking in the the landscape of Barcelonas coastline from the sea . Definitely good value refreshments on board reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend.”
2-hour Barcelona sail with cava, beer and snacks. Swim in clear water, see the skyline from the coast, guided in English.
“We had a fantastic time on our sunset cruise with Alessio. He truly made the experience one to remember. He was very attentive, super friendly, and kept everyone talking. We live in Barcelona and will definitely be taking all of our visitors on this in the future!”
1.5-hour Barcelona catamaran cruise with optional live jazz, panoramic coastline views, and onboard drinks near Columbus. From $20.
“We really enjoyed this short break from the city. Everyone was just relaxing, listening to the Jazz musicians and drinking a cold drink. Maybe a liiiittle bit more live music would be nice. We loved it and would recommend it to anyone.”
Sail Barcelona’s coast for 2 hours from Marina Vela with an open bar, snacks, music, and possible swim, midday or sunset.
“Captain and crew were amazing! The experience was great and I would highly recommend. I already suggested it to a couple on my next tour!”
Sail Barcelona by classic wooden Turkish gulet for 90 minutes with tapa, a welcome drink, and skyline views plus chill music.
“Beautiful views of the cityscape from the water - a really lovely way to spend part of a sunny afternoon!”
Sunset wooden gulet cruise in Barcelona with live music, skyline views, and an onboard bar for drinks and snacks. 1.5 hours.
“Beautiful experience! Every one was so sweet, live music was great, drinks for purchase, good seating and a long fun ride!”
Private Barcelona walk plus modernist highlights, a port water transfer, then a short helicopter flight and Port Vell boat return, in one half day.
“The timing was just right on this tour that not only did we get to see an America’s Cup boat going out, we saw all of them. It was not planned nor was it something that we had time set aside for while in Barcelona but we were able through the helicopter tour and the boat ride to great photos of these super technical boats. The tour spent time in the gothic district and was all walking. Some of our group could not stay up so they elected to meet us later for the helicopter ride. Please understand you will be walking on this tour. The helicopter ride is about…”
Barcelona by land, sea, and air: Gaudí walking tour, a 6-minute helicopter flight, and a 1-hour Port Vell boat cruise for about $170.
“My experience with the Helicopter, Walking, and Sailing 360º City Tour in Barcelona was nothing short of fantastic! From the awe-inspiring views high above the city in the helicopter to the immersive stroll through its vibrant streets and the tranquil sailing along the coastline, every moment was a highlight. The combination of these three perspectives offered a unique and unforgettable way to explore Barcelona. The attention to detail and seamless coordination between the modes of transport made the tour not just enjoyable but truly exceptional. Thank you for a memorable adventure that showcased the beauty of Barcelona in a way I'll never forget!Read more”
Costa Brava day trip from Barcelona with a bus ride to Lloret de Mar, a Dofijets boat cruise to Tossa de Mar, guided time and free beach hours.
“Trip was excellent. We covered the highlights. The guides were also very friendly and knowledgeable. One of the guides was also helping us take photos which I really appreciate. Overall the tour is very scenic, and we were given enough free time to explore the areas and go the beach as well. Would highly recommend the tour.”
2-hour Barcelona sunset sail on a 12-meter yacht with open bar, homemade tapas, and skyline views from Sagrada Família to Barceloneta for $66.
“Excellent activity!! Would highly recommend:) special out to Chris and Ritchie for creating a memorable moment for us!!”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
