Platja de Sant Miquel
7.1Locals Score / 10#5 of 7 Beaches in Barcelona
free
Known foriconiclivelyBarcelonetacentral
Sant Miquel is the central section of the Barceloneta beach, distinct from the main tourist drag and anchored by the iconic Hotel Arts and the Frank Gehry fish sculpture nearby. It attracts a mix of locals and visitors and has a lively, energetic atmosphere with good chiringuito options. The water quality here is regularly monitored and generally solid. It is undeniably busy in summer, so early morning is the best time to appreciate it without the crowds.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.1/10- Value9.0
- Iconic6.5
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level9.0
- Authenticity6.0
- Accessibility9.0
Nearby in Ask Barcelona
- Barceloneta Beach (Platja de la Barceloneta)Beach0.22 km · 3 min walk
- La BarcelonetaNeighborhood0.36 km · 5 min walk
- Baluard BarcelonetaCafé0.41 km · 5 min walk
- La Cova FumadaRestaurant0.42 km · 5 min walk
- Platja del SomorrostroBeach0.86 km · 11 min walk
Where to stay near Platja de Sant Miquel
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