SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a sunbath at Platja de Sant Sebastià. This beautiful beach is also a perfect spot to do some fun outdoor activities like beach volleyball. Several restaurants and food vendors can be found around the beach. Don't miss watching the breathtaking sunset and have a great night out near the beach area.
Platja de Sant Sebastià
DOWNTOWN
Visit Casa Bacardí Sitges and learn about the history of the famous rum. Here, you will be given a 40 minutes tour about the history of the brand as well as the production process. You will also get a quick lesson to prepare cocktails. After you finished the tour, you can stop by the museum's gift shop and buy some merchandise to bring home. To enjoy the experience of visiting this museum to the fullest, make sure to reserve the tour beforehand.
Casa Bacardí Sitges
SHOPPING
ALE-HOP is a charming shop in Sitges that sells various kinds of gifts and souvenirs that you can bring home to your loved ones. Some things that you will find here are items produced locally in Spain. Some of the products that you can find here are keychains, bracelets, bags, necklaces, stuffed animals, and many more.
ALE-HOP Sitges
FOOD & DRINK
Because of its close proximity to the sea, seafood is one of the most prominent dishes that you can find in Sitges along with some rice dishes. Some of the foods that you must try while you're in Sitges are the Arròs a la Sitgetana, which is a Sitges-style paella or a rice dish that combines shellfish with meaty ingredients. There are also tapas and Xató, a vegetable salad with a sauce made of almonds, hazelnuts, breadcrumbs, vinegar, salt, olive oil, and etc. Sitges also has a typical wine, namely Malvasía de Sitges that is made of Malvasía grape that is originated from Greece.
CULTURE
Sitges is famous for its carnival. For more than 100 years, the town has celebrated Carnestoltes from February to March every year. The event consists of a series of different events, such as Dijous Gras, Rua de la Disbauxa or the Debauchery Parade, and Rua de l'Extermini or Extermination Parade. The event is also enlivened with Sitges' traditional folk dances and typical dishes.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Peak season: July and August are the busiest tourist season is Sitges. This time of the year also has the best days with sunny weather and mild temperatures which allow people from around the world to explore all the attractions the town has to offer.
HOTEL
Stay at Meliá Sitges and enjoy the amazing amenities the hotel offers. An outdoor pool, a bar, and a fitness center are available for guests to use. Some of the hotel rooms even have an amazing view of the sea. By staying at this hotel, you will also get easy access to the beach and to the Port d'Aiguadolç since the hotel is located only 8-minute walk from the marina. Kalma Sitges Hotel is another great option for accommodation in Sitges. This casual and relaxed hotel also offers amenities that are no less amazing. Here, there is also an outdoor swimming pool, a bar, a panoramic view of the sea, easy beach access, and a fitness center that will make your stay more enjoyable.
Meliá Sitges
Kalma Sitges Hotel
RESTAURANT
Come to Casa Raimundo Restaurant and taste the various delicious Spanish dishes that they offer. You can find a great choice of food from the menu such as Parrillada or fish grill, fried calamari, steak, and many other seafood dishes. Also, complete your meal with the tasty desserts that are available for you to order. Or, you can also stop by El Cable, another great restaurant in Sitges that serves various kinds of tapas, as well as other Spanish dishes like patatas bravas, pinchos, and vermouth. The restaurant also provides craft beer to complement your meal.
Casa Raimundo Restaurant
El Cable
CAFE
Grab a quick bite at Cafetería Montroig where you can eat warm and tasty baked goods. The cafe that features a street terrace also offers other foods such as burgers, sandwiches, salads, cakes, and pancakes that are perfect for breakfast. Besides baked goods, you can also get some great coffee drinks. VITA BREVIS coffee & wine is a great coffee shop that has a wooden-dominated interior design and a great atmosphere. They also have a great selection of coffee, homemade goodies, and even vegan desserts. Just like its name, they also offer a nice selection of wine besides coffee.
Cafetería Montroig
VITA BREVIS coffee & wine
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Enjoy some fun night time in Sitges at Casablanca Cocktail Bar Sitges. This small but friendly and cozy cocktail bar serves an excellent collection of cocktails. Besides cocktail, you will also find the best gin and tonics and bloody Marys in Sitges. The friendly atmosphere also makes it a perfect spot to meet new people. You can also come to the Sports Bar Sitges to have some amazing drinks accompanied by some games from TVs. There's also the terrace seating option where you're able to see the view of the sea.
Casablanca Cocktail Bar Sitges
Sports Bar Sitges
INTERESTING PLACE
Parròquia de Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla is one of the most iconic historical buildings in Sitges with a history dating back to the 17th-century. The church features several altarpieces like the Retablo del Rosario and two bell towers, as well as an organ. A guided tour is available if you want to know more information about the church. Visit Catalonia Railway Museum or Museu del Ferrocarril de Catalunya and see the amazing collection of historic railway locomotive the museum has. The museum also displays over sixty vehicles from different periods and countries. Here, you will also see a collection of coaches, a Bogie type Harlan, a signal bridge, and a lever frame table.
Parròquia de Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla
Museu del Ferrocarril de Catalunya
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Head to Museu de Maricel and see the wonderful collection of artworks from different centuries. There are more than 3000 items that the museum has, such as Romanesque murals,
Gothic painting on wood, Renaissance carvings, sculptures, and many more. Here, you will also be able to see Vila de Sitges collection, which consists of artworks by Sitges artists from the 19th and 20th centuries. Platja de l'Estanyol is another great beach to visit where you can watch the beautiful view of the sea and rent sunbeds with umbrellas. Take a stroll around the beach and wait for the stunning view of the sunset in the evening.
Museu de Maricel
Platja de l'Estanyol
