Great Aquatic Sports To Do In Barcelona
If you’re the kind of person who would rather be riding the waves than catching the rays, then you’ll be pleased to know that there are loads of great aquatic sports you can enjoy in Barcelona. Whether you’re looking to try something out for the first time, or you’re already a pro, there are plenty of great clubs and schools that can sort you out with just what you need in the Catalan capital.
1. Windsurfing
Windsurfing
Not for the faint-hearted, windsurfing requires strength, stamina, and a fair dose of courage, but it is one of the best aquatic sports for adrenaline junkies. Here in Barcelona, one of the best places to check out for classes and equipment rental is the municipal Nautical Base along the Mar Bella beach. Renting a windsurfer costs from just €20 an hour, or you can book a class with a qualified instructor from €70 for two hours.
Base Nautica, Av. del Litoral, Barcelona, Spain, +34 932 21 04 32
2. Paddle Boarding
School
3. Surfing
School
4. Renting a Boat
Renting a Boat
Perhaps the simplest of ways to enjoy the open seas, renting a boat in Barcelona is great fun for families or groups of friends. At the top end, and for those who have a license, Charter & Dreams offer a range of boats starting from medium-sized yachts all the way up to luxury super-yachts. However, if you’re looking for something more budget-friendly and without the need for a license, you’ll be pleased to hear that the local tourism board rents license-free boats from just €60 an hour.
Charter & Dreams, Passeig Joan de Borbó 80-84, local 2, Barcelona, Spain, +34 931 14 75 93
5. Renting Jet Skis
Renting Jet Skis
If you’re a fan of high speeds and adrenaline, then Barcelona’s jet skis will have you whizzing with delight. At Barcelona Jet Skis, located just by the Port Forum, you can rent a jet ski for 30 minutes to a couple of hours and go and have some fun on the waves. Alternatively, you can book an excursion to the Costa Brava or Garraf for the chance to discover the local coastline a little differently.
Barcelona Jet Skis, Carrer de Pau, 12, Sant Adrià de Besòs, Barcelona, Spain, +34 659 93 59 66
6. Parasailing
Parasailing
Not one for those who are afraid of heights, parasailing is a fun way to get to know the city from a different angle and can be very relaxing for those who ease into it. At Water Sports Barcelona, you can book an individual 15-minute experience, or up to an hour for a group of four, with a professional on hand at all times to make the experience as safe and enjoyable as possible. Climb to 85 meters above sea level and relax as you’re guided across Barcelona’s skyline.
Water Sports Barcelona / Corsa Nautica, Port Olímpic, Moll de la Marina, 9, Barcelona, Spain, +34 932 02 37 17
7. Hoverboarding & Flyboarding
Hoverboarding & Flyboarding
If these last two sports sound like something out of the future, it’s because they pretty much are. Feel yourself propelled into the air thanks to powerful water jets which are attached either to a pair of special boots (flyboarding) or board you strap to your feet (hoverboarding). Have fun making back-flips and other figures in the air thanks to these quirky pieces of equipment which you can rent in the center of Barcelona at Aventura Nautica BCN.
Aventura Nautica BCN, Moll de Gregal, 20, Barcelona, Spain, +34 616 03 12 89
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