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Sitges & Vilanova I la Geltrú Tourist Guide

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What to do and see in Sitges & nearby Vilanova I la Geltrú beach towns on the coast south of Barcelona

Views: 578 Updated: Mar 17, 2023 by: Barcelona Travel Hacks

Description of Sitges & Vilanova i la Geltru

When visiting Barcelona, Sitges should be on your list of day trips along with Montserrat Monastery & mountain or Sitges could be considered as an ideal holiday destination due to it's proximity to Barcelona.

This page gives an overview of what to do and see in Sitges and nearby Vilanova I la Geltrú.

About Vilanova I la Geltrú

Taking the train one stop further along from Sitges is the town of Vilanova I la Geltrú. Here you will find a railway Museum full of steam trains and the opportunity for activities such as paddle surf, Se Kayak and SUP (Stand Up paddle).

Kayak, Surf and Paddle in Vilanova I la Geltrú

Getting to Sitges

The Rodalies R2 train from Barcelona-Estació de França, Barcelona-Passeig de Gràcia and Barcelona-Sants takes only 35 minutes to get to Sitges and runs a daily frequent service of two to three trains every hour.

Trains on the R2 train line will terminate at Vilanova I la Geltrú or Sant Vicenç de Calders with the Sant Vicenç de Calders trains making less intermediate stops between Barcelona and Sitges.

Train Tip: These are double deck trains so sit on the top deck on the left side with respect to the direction of travel to get good views of the beaches, rocky coastline and small villages on the way to Sitges.


Click on an image below to find more detail more about the attractions in and near Sitges.

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Attractions in Sitges & Vilanova i la Geltru

Events in Sitges & Vilanova i la Geltru

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