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Vilanova i la Geltrú
Known as the capital of the Costa de Garraf this beautiful town lies on the coast just 40 minutes South of Barcelona and 6 minutes from Sitges.
“Forty minutes south of Barcelona is Vilanova I la Geltrú, a busy seaside town that’s often overlooked by visitors but boasts good beaches, a pretty town centre and some of the best seafood around. Sandwiched in between touristy Sitges and the resorts of the Costa Daurada, Vilanova is largely a working town that doesn’t get the streams of visitors who flock to neighbouring resorts. And that’s just why we like it. Browse the shops along the Rambla, eat a generous paella by the port or laze on the family beaches”.
EasyJet flight magazine, June 2004.
Markets and shopping
 Vilanova is a bustling town with a magnificent market and shops. Fresh produce arrives daily at the art deco market. The famous seafood of Vilanova being a particular speciality along with the Iberian hams, local meats and fresh olives. It is worth spending some time just ‘drinking in’ the atmosphere and perhaps sampling a shot of local brandy in the bar!
Modern shops line the Rambla Principal and the adjacent road Carrer Libertat and when the shopping and promenading gets too much, relax with a coffee and pastry at one of the many pavement cafes.
Beaches
The soft white beaches are both long and wide and shelve gently into the warm sea making it safe for all the family. Beach cafes are open during the summer season nestling under palm trees and white sail canopies to shelter from the sun. Water and beach sports are available and a lively sailing club for the more adventurous. Sea fishing is also popular off the coves nestling between Vilanova and Sitges. These coves also provide a place for those who like to get an ‘all over’ sun tan!
Festivals
 Vilanova is a lively town where age-old festivals and traditions are celebrated. These take place throughout the year and include; The Carnival with parades, costumed participants and battle of the sweets; The festival of Els Tres Tombs with a parade of horse drawn vehicles, gypsy dancers, gymnasts, dragons, devils and stick dancers; the international traditional music festival, Christmas fair, popular music festivals, wine festival, human pyramid competition and festival of the sea.
Restaurants and bars
Prestigious restaurants offering tasty seafood and local specialities and both modern and traditional bars are open all year. Most restaurants also offer incredibly good value 3 or 4 course ‘menu del dias’ with wine included.
Nightclubs and a jazz club with frequent live bands are usually open from 9.00p.m.
Historical places
 Vilanova also has some interesting historic buildings including a baroque bell tower, neoclassical mansion, the Museu Romantic, the Casa de la Vila and numerous other museums and galleries. 2 archaeological sites are based at the Western end of the Ribes Roges Beach, one an Iberian settlement and the Roman villa of Adarro.
Natural Park
The surrounding Park Natural area provides magnificent walks, bird watching and a lake with fishing areas and an ecological information centre. We provide a pair of binoculars in each apartment for your pleasure.
Golf
A short drive to the edge of town is a picturesque 18 hole par 3 course with some challenging holes (water hazards, trees and bunkers) up to 120 metres in length (club hire available). The restaurant and bar offers tasty local dishes and refreshments overlooking the 18th hole.
Wine Region
Vilanova is surrounded by the famous Penedes vineyards as well as being the home of cava (traditional-method sparkling wine). There are many possibilities for wine tasting nearby.
Other activities
The town also offers ten-pin bowling, an indoor swimming pool and extensive gym and sports facilities.
For more detailed information on Vilanova i la Geltrú, visit the Vilanova Tourist Office website www.vilanovaturisme.net.
How to get here
Flights to Barcelona or Reus/Salou (Tarragona). Most low cost airlines are available.
By train. Vilanova i la Geltrú is on the mainline routes from both Barcelona and Tarragona. There is a rail link from Barcelona airport via El Prat de Llobregat. An express bus runs regularly from Barcelona airport.
(We can arrange a pick up and drop off service at extra cost.)
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