Vilanova i la Geltrú travel guide & transfers
A real Mediterranean fishing town with quiet beaches south of Sitges
About Vilanova i la Geltrú
Vilanova i la Geltrú is the capital of the Garraf coast and feels more local than its glamorous neighbour Sitges. It has a working fishing port with a daily auction, a railway museum, a lively carnival and long beaches with plenty of space even in August. The town is 45 km from Barcelona Airport, making it a calm and affordable base for families who want beach days with easy access to Barcelona.
Top attractions
Fishing port and the afternoon fish auction
Railway Museum of Catalonia, next to the station
Ribes Roges and Platja del Far beaches
Víctor Balaguer Library-Museum
Can Papiol romantic house museum
Xató, the local salad with romesco-style sauce, in winter
Travel tips
- Carnival in February is one of the biggest in Catalonia — book accommodation early.
- Restaurants at the port serve the day's catch; ask for the menu del día at lunch.
- Sitges is only 10 minutes away for an evening out.
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