Boat Trips in Barcelona
Sunset cruises & private experiences on the Mediterranean with local skippers
Choose Your Boat Trip in Barcelona
Why Sail with Vela in Barcelona
Vela Boat Trip Barcelona offers premium boat trips and sailing experiences along the Barcelona coastline.
We’re a young team of local skippers passionate about sharing the Mediterranean in a more personal, relaxed, and authentic way. Unlike crowded tourist boats, we sail our own sailboats and focus on small groups, private trips, and sunset cruises — creating a calm, high-quality experience at sea.
Whether you’re visiting Barcelona or living here, our goal is simple: slow down, forget about the day-to-day, sail the open sea, and see this beautiful city from a beautiful perspective.
Trusted by Thousands of Guests
Since 2023, we’ve welcomed 8,500+ guests on board, earning 2,000+ five-star reviews from travelers, couples, and locals who’ve shared unforgettable moments at sea.
While most guests book directly through our website, our experiences are also highly rated across travel & activities platforms like GetYourGuide, Airbnb, and TripAdvisor, where thousands of independent reviews reflect the same level of care, quality, and attention to detail.
That said, our website will always offer the best prices and most flexible options, with no third-party fees — plus direct access to our team to personalize every detail of your sailing experience.
These & many more reviews can be found on our Blog page or on our profiles on Google Maps, Airbnb, Tripadvisor...
"Arnau was great to our group!! He was kind and helpful to our group when asking questions about Barcelona. It was a beautiful ride and we all felt safe! Even in January it was a good experience!"
"Incredible time on the Mediterranean!! Arnau was the most excellent Captain; professional, friendly and a superlative host. The wine and food were outstanding, the water was beautiful, the sunset majestic and the ship's company wonderful. Heartily recommend this seagoing experience!!"
"Captain Arnau is an extremely incredible guy. He’s always engaged in conversation with the group and was super knowledgeable about Barcelona. He even let members of our group take control of the boat and took plenty of photos. Would definitely book another trip when back in Barcelona."
Viktor
Mississauga, Canada
Great experience - Danny was very knowledgeable, kind and welcoming. Asked a bunch of questions and to jump in the water, he was more than accommodating. Snacks and bottomless drinks definitely added to the fun.
"We had a blast with Arnau! We were even running a few minutes late and he was gracious to wait. The boat ride was very relaxing and Arnau was a great local host."
"Had a wonderful sunset boat cruise with Juan. He served us drinks and snacks and told us all about what we were seeing both in the port and when we were outside the port. For someone who boats a lot, I really thoroughly enjoyed this whole experience. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for something fun and relaxing to do."
"Amazing experience! It was a lovely sunset. Loved our captain. He was very warm and welcoming and made our trip a lot more fun for us. We were able to roam around freely throughout the boat which made the experience even more fun."
Abril
Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
"If you are looking for a different day in Barcelona, this is the activity. Being on the boat eating delicious snacks and drinks while you walk along the coast and see the city is priceless, I recommend it!"
"Our group of 7 friends had a fantastic time on board with young captain Juan (age 26). We had the boat to ourselves and enjoyed a sail on the open sea (somewhat choppy waters) followed by a calm sightseeing sail through the marina, nibbling on snacks and sipping cava with listening to some chill music provided by Juan. We also had the option to play our own playlists. The organizer was super helpful ahead of the trip. We were worried about the weather and they even offered to change the date. we kept the original booking, but the option was appreciated. All around amazing experience. Highly recommended."
"We loved this tour, the skipper was great, super nice and welcoming with us. Thanks again!"
"It’s not an exaggeration to say they provided me and my girlfriend (now fiance) the best moment of my life ❤️ - there couldn’t have been anyone better to help plan my proposal with; they were professional, caring and went above and beyond. If you’re hesitating to decide if you want to go ahead with vela, please don’t. I’m forever grateful I made the decision to organise my engagement through vela and I can’t explain how much I appreciate the team for smashing every element every step of the way!! Gracias gracias gracias 🙏"
Where to Find Our Boat Trips in Barcelona
Our boat trips depart from Port Marina Vela, located in La Barceloneta, Barcelona — one of the city’s most modern marinas, right by the beach and the city center.
It’s an easy meeting point with stunning views of the Mediterranean, modern facilities, and quick access to open sea — the perfect place to begin a relaxed sailing experience in Barcelona.
📍 Port Marina Vela — La Barceloneta, Barcelona | Pg. de Joan de Borbó, 103, 08039 Barcelona
The Vela Crew
Alessio
Álvaro
Joan
Dani
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