Platja de la Mar Bella
7.9Locals Score / 10#1 of 7 Beaches in Barcelona
free
Known forurban beachlocal favoriteinclusivePoblenou
Mar Bella is a wide, relaxed beach popular with locals, young professionals, and the LGBTQ+ community, sitting just beyond the tourist-heavy stretch. It has a nudist section at the northern end and a good beach bar (chiringuito) for cold drinks. The vibe is genuinely local and social, making it one of the most authentic urban beach experiences in the city. Arrive early in summer as it fills up fast, and watch for jellyfish in late July and August.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.9/10- Value9.5
- Iconic6.5
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level7.5
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility8.0
Nearby in Ask Barcelona
- Mercat de PoblenouMarket0.63 km · 8 min walk
- Platja de BogatellBeach0.64 km · 8 min walk
- Platja de LlevantBeach0.86 km · 11 min walk
- Parc de Diagonal MarPark1.08 km · 14 min walk
- PoblenouNeighborhood1.13 km · 14 min walk
Where to stay near Platja de la Mar Bella
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