Exploring Calella de la Costa

Calella is a popular seaside town which is a tourist destination for both foreign and Spanish visitors. Not to be confused with its quaint Costa Brava cousinCalella de Palafrugell, Calella de la Costa is a larger town located on the Costa Maresme and is well known for being a lively tourist resort close to your Barcelona holiday rental.

In addition to the family friendly golden sandy beach which stretches 3 kilometres, the resort also hosts numerous amenities like souvenir shops, restaurants, bars and supermarkets- it also has an eclectic nightlife. The centre of the resort is not really the place for a relaxing break as there is so much to see and do, however the old town is perfect for walking the cobbled streets and discovering authentic restaurants and tapas bars.

For a more chilled out vibe head to the neighbouring resorts of Arenys de Mar, San Feliu de Guixols and Pineda de Mar. Also feel like taking in some nature and wildlife, a short walk from the town centre you can visit the lighthouse and pretty Dalmau Park. The lighthouse centre is open to the general public, here you can learn about the importance of maritime communication and how messages were relayed to the city folks via the bell towers and church bells.

Dalmau Park is also very scenic, an oasis of peace and tranquility away from the urban town centre. There are incredible views from the summit of the park, if you wish to learn more about the local history take a tour of the air raid shelter. Dalmau is the perfect place for children to run around in the shade, there are plenty of areas to picnic and a children’s play park.


It's also incredibly easy to reach Calella via public transport from your Costa Maresme holiday rental, Barcelona and other resorts along the Costa Maresme. The train and bus services run frequently from the resorts of Blanes and Malgrat, calling at Calella on their way into Barcelona.

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