Oh, how we love the Spanish summer – but anyone who’s experienced it firsthand knows where the siesta comes from!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As temperatures soar in July and August, be prepared to do whatever it takes to cool off in Barcelona. So whether you want to take a swim, eat something refreshing, or go on an excursion outside of the city, here are our suggestions to help you make that happen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It might not seem obvious at first, but there are dozens of swimming pools scattered around the dense city of Barcelona, hidden from street view on the rooftops and inside patios. Many of the best hotel rooftops<\/a> also have swimming pools<\/a>, and the majority are open to the public as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Otherwise, check out some of the municipal swimming pools that, for five to ten euros, can be bigger than their rooftop counterparts and are a pretty nice way to cool off in Barcelona. Some of our favorites include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not the swimming pool type? The next obvious way to cool off in Barcelona is to head to one of the many beaches in and outside the city. However, we don’t recommend Barceloneta for “cooling off” per se, as the water is usually quite dirty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re in the city, follow the coast a bit further north by foot or by bike, and take a dip at Bogatell, Marbella or other beaches you will find along the way. Now, if you’re really looking for nice beaches, get out of town by public transport or car and head to places like Sitges, Maresme, or better yet, the Costa Brava.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Local’s Tip:<\/strong> Make sure to visit one of the many local markets to prepare a picnic for your day! Barcelona is jammed full of incredible local markets. We love the Santa Caterina Market in the Born neighborhood. Take a look around with our lovely co-founder Lauren Alouise as she explores inside!<\/p>\n\n\nHead to the Beach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n