Holiday in Sitges
Beach in Spain — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇸
Country
Spain
Type
Beach
Best time to travel
May to October (beach), February (Carnival), October (film festival), year-round (culture)
Budget/day
100-170 EUR: Boutique hotel, beach bar, museums, dinner
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Barcelona + train (35 min) | Car from Barcelona 35 km | Plana bus from the airport
Deals for Sitges:
What makes Sitges special as a destination?
Sitges is an elegant coastal town 35 km south of Barcelona and one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts on the Mediterranean. Famous as Spain's most LGBTQ-friendly travel destination, Sitges combines beautiful beaches, a vibrant nightlife scene, and a rich cultural program. The old town with the church of Sant Bartomeu overlooking the sea, the museums of Santiago Rusinol, and the legendary film festival in October make Sitges a cultural jewel of the Catalan coast.
What are the top highlights in Sitges?
The top highlights in Sitges include Church of Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla, 17 Beaches, Sitges Film Festival, Carnaval de Sitges.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Church of Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla
Iconic Baroque church on the rock above the sea — the most famous postcard motif of Sitges.
17 Beaches
From the city center to hidden coves — 17 beaches along 4 km of coastline, for every taste.
Sitges Film Festival
World-renowned fantasy and horror festival in October — an international cinema highlight.
Carnaval de Sitges
One of the largest and wildest carnivals in Spain — colorful, loud, and full of joy.
Hotels in Sitges
Compare thousands of hotels, apartments and resorts on Expedia – with price guarantee, free cancellation and reward points.
* You will be redirected to Expedia.de. Their terms of use apply.
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Sitges?
The best time to visit Sitges is May to October (beach), February (Carnival), October (film festival), year-round (culture). Hot and sunny, 28-32 degrees, Mediterranean climate In winter: Mild, 10-15 degrees, sunny winter days
Recommended travel time
May to October (beach), February (Carnival), October (film festival), year-round (culture)
Summer
Hot and sunny, 28-32 degrees, Mediterranean climate
Winter
Mild, 10-15 degrees, sunny winter days
How much does a holiday in Sitges cost?
Budget travellers: 50-80 EUR: Hostel, beach free, tapas from 8 EUR/day, mid-range: 100-170 EUR: Boutique hotel, beach bar, museums, dinner/day, luxury: 280+ EUR: Luxury hotel by the sea, gourmet menu, spa/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-80 EUR: Hostel, beach free, tapas from 8 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
100-170 EUR: Boutique hotel, beach bar, museums, dinner
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
280+ EUR: Luxury hotel by the sea, gourmet menu, spa
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Sitges?
Flight to Barcelona + train (35 min) | Car from Barcelona 35 km | Plana bus from the airport
Book a package holiday to Sitges
Compare thousands of package holidays to Sitges and find the best deals with flight & hotel.
Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Sitges?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Take the train from Barcelona Passeig de Gracia — 35 minutes from the big city to the sea.
Come in October for the film festival — Sitges becomes the international film capital.
Experience the carnival in February — one of the best and wildest in all of Spain.
Walk along the promenade in the evening — bars, restaurants, and sea views in perfect combination.
What should you eat in Sitges?
Typical specialities in Sitges: Xato — endive salad with Romesco sauce, cod, and anchovies, a Sitges specialty, Fideus a la cassola — Catalan noodle dish with seafood, similar to paella, Pa amb tomaquet — toasted bread with tomato and olive oil, the Catalan snack, Crema Catalana — vanilla cream with a caramelized sugar crust.
These specialties you must try!
