It worths the while if you have small kids. The access is easy(next to the actual Renfe-Rodalies station of Vilanova and next to the bus station). It has a space to leave your bicycle. If you have a Library Card the price is reduced. Kids under 5 don’t pay. The place is spacious and kids can plat inside or outside freely. I saw kids playing hide and seek even. It also has a playground outside and a picnic area. Lots of stuff to see. Interactive monitors make it more fun for the little ones. Water fountains outside and sitting areas. Clean bathrooms. Helpful stuff. The inside playing area is so fun too! The Vilanova library is also a couple of minutes away if you want to visit it as well. Walking distance (5 minutes) from the beach and a huge park as well. It’s a great excursion for kids!

What a truly incredible museum!! The staff were very friendly upon entry. The price to enter was very reasonable. They had information available in Spanish, English, and French! It was very easy to understand and learn. I spent well over an hour exploring the trains, cars, and property.

Great place to visit and learn about the Catalonia railway. Kids visiting were having a great time. The information on the trains and locomotives were very informative and the staff was wonderfully nice and very accommodating. Would definitely recommend if you’re near Vilanova i la Géltru.

It is probably one of Europe's finest steam engine museums. This museum offers an unparalleled journey through the history of industrial innovation. Featuring a vast collection of restored trains, and interactive exhibits, it captivates enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. The museum's dedication to preserving these magnificent machines makes it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the golden age of steam power and its profound impact on modern technology. It is a must-see museum near Barcelona! PS. The staff is amazing! Thank you!

Good collection of trains, in a well organised itinerary and with comprehensive explanations. It's possible to go on the footplate, look at the detail and interact with the controls of several steam engines. The indoor museum was also interesting. When we visited on a weekday, however, some of the exhibitions were not functioning. The price was very competitive, and the staff attentive and willing to help. Parking was hard, because the car park next to it seemed to be for regular users only.

I enjoyed my visit here. A good mix of textual information and physical exhibits. Friendly staff.

The train museum in Catalonia is a must-visit for locomotive enthusiasts and history buffs alike, even if you're coming from just an hour away in Barcelona. Stepping into the museum is like stepping back in time, surrounded by magnificent locomotives and carriages, each whispering tales of Catalonia's rich railway history. The collection is comprehensive and captivating, featuring sleek, modern bullet trains to grand, smoky steam engines. And the best part? You can actually climb aboard some of the steam locomotives, making history come alive. Ticket prices are reasonable, especially considering you have a whole month from purchase to revisit the museum at your leisure. It's perfect for families or anyone who wants to explore the exhibits in multiple visits. Beyond the impressive locomotives, the museum offers a fascinating journey through Catalonia's railway history. Interactive exhibits, informative displays, and historical artifacts paint a vivid picture of how trains shaped the region's landscape, economy, and culture. Whether you're a train enthusiast or just looking for a unique and interesting day trip from Barcelona, the train museum in Catalonia is a winner. With its impressive collection, interactive exhibits, and budget-friendly approach, it's a journey that will leave you enriched and entertained. Bonus Tip: Check the museum's website for special events and activities, which can add another layer of fun to your visit.

Wide and pretty clean, a nice beach club Havana nearby

One of the worst beach experiences I’ve had. Filthy sand, cigarette butts everywhere, and the water smelled weird. Way too crowded, noisy, and absolutely no charm. Avoid unless you enjoy chaos and disappointment."

One of the nicest beaches, very wide, beautiful seashells.

Lovely beach. Nice place to enjoy some quiet time in the sun

RAS

super

Pretty and clean.never crowded

Very dangerous beach. When you go swimming, it's very likely that your belongings will be stolen. It's dirty and it stinks.

Way too Donda yet again. Why beseaches me This has gone on for a while and it makes staff and other people act rudely

Beautiful peaceful open beach. Nice beach bar too for drinks, meals and cocktails.

a wide beach with smooth entry into the water, ideal for families with children

Gorgeous beach, good waves, safe and clean.

This was our hiking destination, from Sitges to Vilanova along the coast.

You have to pay to park (2h for 4€). Before it was free to park inside the beach but now it seems they want profit from everything

Pasífae is a 1993 sculpture by Óscar Estruga. It depicts the Greek myth of Pasiphaë, the wife of King Minos of Crete. Poseidon sent a magnificent white bull to Minos as a sign of favor, expecting it to be sacrificed in his honor. However, Minos kept the bull for himself, angering the god. As punishment, Poseidon cursed Pasiphaë to develop an uncontrollable desire for the bull. To fulfill her infatuation, she enlisted the help of the inventor Daedalus, who constructed a hollow wooden cow where she could hide and mate with the bull. This union resulted in the birth of the Minotaur, a creature with the body of a man and the head of a bull, later confined in the Labyrinth. The sculpture represents this myth, showing the cow with the figure of Pasiphaë inside, embodying themes of divine wrath, human folly, and the blending of the mortal and the monstrous. The text below the sculpture says “Our city, bathed by the same sea that bathes Crete, recognizes itself in the Mediterranean civilization. “Pasiphaë, daughter of the Sun, suffered a mad passion for the whitest bull in the herd of her husband Minos, king of Crete.”

Very beautiful, even though some tourists treated it like their own camp. Still, rating the beautiful site and the monument.

Very pretty especially in the evening. The sculpture (Oscar) has done a phenomenal job.

One of the best place for refreshment in Barcelona,vilanova i la geltru.

Nice place to visit with friends and family.

Really nice place to have some rest and feel the sea.

A work of art!

Wonderful way to spend afternoon. The collection is much richer than expected. It includes a strong focus on Catalan art from the 19th and 20th centuries, with works by Rusiñol, Casas, Nonell, Mir, and others. Alongside this, there are Baroque paintings on loan from the Prado, an Egyptian collection, and objects from Asia, the Philippines, and pre-Columbian America. The historic library is also impressive. Entry is inexpensive (free on the first Sunday of the month). The museum is quiet, not crowded, and can be enjoyed in about 1–2 hours.

This museum absolutely blew me away! What a fantastic experience and - because of the pandemic - there were very few visitors. You will feel like you have the whole place to yourself. Here art from across the centuries is displayed in grand style. I loved the library as well and hope that people get access to the volumes displayed. #VilanovaIlageltru

This small museum has an unexpectedly good collection of art. Paintings and sculptures. Entrance is free on 1st Sunday of month with free guided tours at 12pm.

This museum just opened. Although it is not big, the collection is fantastic! If you like old paintings and artifacts, this is a must-see.

Very good collection of Catalan modernist paintings. Together with the storage of the Prado museum exhibited currently, it is worth paying a visit. The activity initially planned for children on September the 7th should have been organized in advanced so as to be able to carry it out, in spite of the last minute registrations. I hope we can enjoy it next month.

Way too much focus on religious theme for my liking, but if you're a fan it may be a feast for you. Some may find the 2 early works by Picasso interesting, also there's 2 by Goya that stand out. The one that caught most of my attention was the Passion Triptych by a follower of Bosch. Rounding up to 3 as it was ok-ish.

This is such a great exhibition in not such big town.

Interesting tower near the beach. Unfortunately, it wasn't open when we visited. Used to be an old 18th century was tower converted to an artist residence / museum in the last century.

Just beautiful

Ok

Nice

(Translated by Google) Old defensive tower that during times has had various uses, now it is a small museum, the structure is very well preserved. Photos and review in April 2025 (Original) Antigua torre defensiva que durante épocas a tenido varios usos ahora es un pequeño museo muy bien conservada la estructura Fotos y reseña en abril del año 2025

(Translated by Google) The Blue Tower, or Ribes Roges Tower, is an old Carlist fort located on the beach of Ribes Roges in Vilanova i la Geltrú. It was built during the Third Carlist War, in the last third of the 19th century and rebuilt and is currently an artistic space dedicated to the Mediterranean and sailors. It is called the Blue Tower or Guinovart Space, the surname of the person who initiated the project. It has been considered a Cultural Asset of National Interest since 1949. (Original) La Torre Blava, o torre de Ribes Roges, és un antic fortí carlí situat a la platja de Ribes Roges de Vilanova i la Geltrú. Va ser construïda durant la tercera guerra carlina, a l'últim terç del segle XIX i reconstruïda i actualment és un espai artístic dedicat a la Mediterrània i als mariners. S'anomena Torre Blava o espai Guinovart, cognom de qui va iniciar-ne el projecte. És considerada Bé Cultural d'Interès Nacional des de 1949.

(Translated by Google) A place steeped in history, the tower has had various uses over time. The visit is quick, but it's worth the visit. You can go up to the highest part, the roof, but due to its architectural structure, it's not accessible for people with reduced mobility. The staff at the entrance were friendly. (Original) Lugar con história, la torre ha tenido diferentes usos en el paso del tiempo, la visita es rápida pero merece la pena entrar. Dejan subir hasta la parte más alta, el terrado, por su estructura arquitectónica no está adaptado a personas con movilidad reducida. Buen trato del personal de la entrada.

Guided tour only. Starts every hour. Usually just Spanish and Catalan but sometimes the staff can speak English. Can Papiol is a late 18th-century manor house in the historic center of Vilanova i la Geltrú. It is currently opened as a museum that shows the daily life of a wealthy family through period furnishings and decorative arts. ​

It worth it 100% the visit with the wonder guide of museum . The house is a trip to the nearly past . Excellent to the explanations of the kind guide always attended to show us the nice and details of the house

This place is amazing. It was impressive to see and to learn about 19th century wealthy people and the architecture and the decoration in 18th. If you have interest in culture, antique, history and interior design, this place is worth visiting. You need to plan well and be on time.

Wonderful place to see and learn the story of the family who build it. I recommend visit with a guide to know more about the story of Catalonia related to this “little” palace.

We got very lucky! English-speaking tour is once a day at 13:00, but since we were the only group at 11:00 a very friendly guide was gracious l enough to give us a tour in English. The mansion itself is quite interesting! Highly recommended!

We had a great your guide who kindly explained all the details about the objects and history of the house in English since we were the only ones at that tour time.

Very interesting late 19th century house museum. Had a free guided tour (1st Sunday of month) which detailed the interesting history of the place.

(Translated by Google) They have improved a lot since I was last there. Delicious meat. Service more than correct. we will be back (Original) Han millorat molt des de la darrera vegada que vaig estar-hi. La carn deliciosa. Servei més que correcte. Tornarem.

(Translated by Google) El Canceller is a restaurant located in the old cellar of Can Pujol (which can be visited). It has several spaces where you can taste quality and original cuisine at a reasonable price. It is also very suitable for organizing events. The staff is very attentive and kind. (Original) El Canceller és un restaurant ubicat al antic celler de Can Pujol (què es pot visitar). Compta amb diversos espais on degustar una cuina de qualitat i original a un preu raonable. També és molt adequat per organitzar esdeveniments. El personal és molt atent i gentil.

(Translated by Google) Excellent barbecue in a quiet environment. Good wine list (Original) Excelente brasa en un entorno tranquilo. Buena carta de vinos

(Translated by Google) This splendid corner of Vilanova, today Restaurant Vermuteria CanCeller, is an excellent place to go for a bite to eat, a bite to eat or dinner... Great plates and tapas, very well prepared with a large selection of grilled meats, very well paired with the wines from the menu or from the wine cellar they have next to it. Great attention from the staff, both in the kitchen and in the dining room. Thank you very much for everything, Jordi! (Original) Aquest esplèndid recò de Vilanova, avui Restaurant Vermuteria CanCeller, és un excel·lent lloc per anar a pendre alguna cosa, picant o sopant... Grans platets i tapes, molt ben elaborats amb un gran sortit de carns a la brassa, molt ben maridats amb els vins de la carta o del propi celler que tenen al costat. Gran atenció del personal, tant de cuina com de la sala. Moltes gràcies per tot, Jordi!

(Translated by Google) I have not only been making a vermouth there, but with the family we have stayed for lunch. Very good and very good treatment, attentive staff and obviously, with a lot of people things go a little slower, but great. To repeat! (Original) Ja no sols hi he estat fent un vermut, sinó que amb la familia ens hem quedat a dinar. Molt bo i molt bon tracte, personal atent i obviament, amb molta gent la cosa va un pel més lenta, però genial. Per repetir!

(Translated by Google) Spectacular, from H's registration, Although the Famosas Bravas disappointed us a little, the Croquettes were very good, the cheese was very good, the Wine was very very good. The attention of 10, Thank you very much Lluls, for your attention and professionalism, you are a charm! (Original) Espectacular, de Matricula de H, Aunque las Famosas Bravas nos decepcionaron un poco, las Croquetas buenísimas, el queso buenísimo , el Vino muy muy bueno. La atención de 10, Muchas Gracias Lluls, por tu atención y profesionalidad ¡eres un encanto!

(Translated by Google) Good output of wines. You can visit the caves for €6 per person with tasting. Very friendly (Original) Bon sortit de vins. Es poden visitar les caves per 6€ persona amb degustació. Molt amables

Beautiful beach, walk and views. However, in winter, the parking is very unsafe. We got robbed - broken window + stealing. We dont know if it was pure coincidence but the area behind the beach is not well kept. It's not very clean, lots of overgrown plants, looks sketchy. You don't have a good visual of the parking lot either. Keep that in mind.

This is a small, intimate, family beach with only the most essential services, it has an aura of peace and safety. The beach is flat, the sand is fine, and the seafloor slopes gently. It's almost the last beach of Vilanova i La Geltru - except for the slightly separated naturist beach just off to the side. The only caveat is that the train runs behind the beach every so often but after the first hour we hardly noticed it. There's a car park, cycle parking and motorbike parking, and a restaurant with a terrace & rooftop dining. Not quite quaint, but closer to it than many beaches in the area.

Not crowded (that's good), parking close to the beach, but not easy to arrive.

Ideal

The parking isn't free anymore a d

Great place for a swim.

Very calm beach

it's called a 'castle', but it has no watchtowers, no moat, and no crocodiles. It's just an old building with no possibility to visit it inside. But it also doesn't have a dungeon, so it's not worth it.

Although it's very spacious and it's kinda cold for people that like it, it's romanticism style misses some points and the shapes and forms create a simple form that is not too attractive to the eye counted in architectural design. It has too little too small windows and it doesn't translate to a good sensation of light. The castle resembling a church has an overall poor design technique and doesn't pop to the eye when seen. It has some interesting history but doesn't go further than that.

It is only open till 3pm, so please note that it might be closed when you get here after lunch. I thought Villanova is not nice. But this part?!? Beautiful! Please come here first, then try the rambla. Astonishing.

This and the surroundings are the most interesting part of the old La Geltrú town.

Hermosoooooo

I haven't been there yet but to set the record straight this building was a medieval fortress (not a castle) and now houses a regional history collection. I looked it up since I'm an architect and the style intrigued me. From wiki: The architecture is a fascinating blend of Romanesque and Gothic elements. The windows on the southern façade, adorned with intricate interlacing patterns and vegetal motifs, showcase the transition from Romanesque to Gothic design. Two of these windows date back to the late 13th century, while the others were added in the 14th century. Despite its extensive restoration, Castell de la Geltrú retains a sense of historical authenticity. The base of the square tower, located at the eastern end of the façade, is believed to be the oldest part of the structure, dating back to the 12th century. This tower likely stands on the remains of an earlier defensive structure, adding to the site's historical intrigue. A Modern Role Today, Castell de la Geltrú serves a dual purpose as a historical monument and a functional archive. Since 1997, it has housed the Comarcal Archive of Garraf, preserving the region's historical documents and records. This modern function ensures that the castle remains a vibrant part of the community, connecting the past with the present.

(Translated by Google) The exterior is well-dressed, not excessively so, but still good. Visits are supposed to be by appointment, either by email or phone. In short, if you arrive and want to see, you won't see anything. A limited schedule would be fine, or if not, a no-visit schedule would be fine. (Original) El exterior vests bien , sin excesos pero bien.La visita es , se supone con cita previa, con correo o llamada , en fin que si llegas y quieres ver , no ves nada . Un horario , aunque fuera limitado estaría bien o , sino un no visitable y ya estaría .

(Translated by Google) Professionalism, friendliness and excellent attention. Place of visit: Municipal Tourism Office Date of visit: 03/11/2017 The first thing we did when we arrived in Vilanova was visit the Information and Tourism office so they could guide us. The woman who greeted us was very friendly and explained to us everything most important to visit the city in great detail. (Original) Profesionalidad, simpatía y atención excelente. Lugar de la visita: Oficina Municipal de Turismo Fecha de la visita: 11/03/2017 Lo primero que hicimos al llegar a Vilanova fue visitar la oficina de Información y Turismo para que nos orientasen. La mujer que nos atendió fue muy simpática y nos explicó todo lo más importante para visitar la ciudad con sumo detalle.

(Translated by Google) Vilanova and La Geltru tourist office, good service and information Photos and review in April 2025. (Original) Oficina de turismo de Vilanova y la geltru buena atención y información Fotos y reseña en abril del año 2025.

(Translated by Google) We arrived by the skin of our teeth because they were about to close and they still treated us very well. Vilanova I la Geltrú has a lot to visit even out of season (Original) Llegamos por los pelos porque estaban a punto de cerrar y aún así nos atendieron muy bien. Vilanova I la Geltrú tiene mucho para visitar incluso fuera de temporada

(Translated by Google) Very good, perfect service, lots of great tips. Thank you. (Original) Sehr guter perfekter Service, viele tolle Tipps bekommen. Danke

(Translated by Google) Warm welcome and good advice with a personalized program (Original) Bon accueil et de bons conseils avec un programme personnalisé

(Translated by Google) Good service. Lots of information. (Original) Buena atención. Mucha información.

(Translated by Google) Very receptive staff in French and good advice for visits (Original) Personnel très réceptif en français et de bons conseils de visite

be careful it's a nudist beach... be careful with your children!

(Translated by Google) Simply wonderful, naturist/nudist beach, (although people in swimsuits also go there, where textiles and nudists coexist without any problem) - but it is a 100x100 nudist beach. Respect, tolerance, freedom, no one is judged, you meet new people, to go and see you have the train tracks... and if you feel like taking a walk and looking at the 'views' there is a beautiful forest full of hiding places and fantastic places to play 😈 (away from the beach where no one is bothered) In short, to repeat without a doubt (I will return soon) I will update photos as they go. (Original) Sencillamente maravillosa, playa naturista/nudista,( aunque también van personas con bañador, donde textiles y nudistas conviven sin ningún problema ) - pero es playa 100x100 nudista. Respeto , tolerancia, libertad , no se judga a nadie , conoces gente nueva , para ir y para colver tienes las vías del tren.. y si te apetece un paseo y mirar las ' vistas ' hay un bosque precioso lleno de escondites y sitios fantásticos para jugar 😈 ( apartado de la playa donde no se molesta a nadie ) En fin para repetir sin duda ( pronto volveré) Actualizaré fotos según vaya yendo

(Translated by Google) It's a shame that to go and enjoy the Prat de Vilanova beach you have to pay a fee, the only place before the bridge is free and they have reduced the space and on top of that they say they will fine you. You go and enjoy nature and you have to give up your salary!!!! (Original) Una vergonya que per anar a gaudir de la platja del prat de Vilanova s'hagi de pagar una animalada per pagar, l'únic lloc abans del pont gratis i han reduït espai i a sobre diuen que multen. Vas a gaudir de la natura i t'has de deixar el sou!!!!

(Translated by Google) Hello, very clean and well-maintained beach, it's a shame about the storm. It's usually very clean and not very crowded. It's very nice, we like it a lot. (Original) Hola playa muy limpia y cuidada lástima del temporal, normalmente suele estar muy limpia y está poco concurrida se está muy bien nos gusta mucho.

(Translated by Google) A charming corner to enjoy the summer (Original) Un rincón encantador para disfrutar del verano

(Translated by Google) We love this beach, quiet, naturist, good-natured people. (Original) Nos encanta esta playa, tranquila, naturista, gente de buen rollo.

(Translated by Google) A beach that still has large spaces to walk, with places to go nudist and bathe in those clean waters. (Original) Una playa que aún tiene grandes espacios para caminar, con lugares para poder hacer nudismo y bañarte en esas limpias aguas.

Great indoor/open market. This is one of the great reasons to come to villanova. There is an excellent French cheese stand and a great bar that serves excellent food. The usual market suspects are there and a fair few feuit/veg stalls circling the market outside. You'll be spoilt for choice!

Loved the place and the people inside it, everybody have a story to tell and such a fresh products... dont miss it.

Great local market with fruit veg cheese etc

Very fresh fish and vegetables and the market owners are always up for a joke

Great market

This is one of my favorite spots in Vilanova i la Geltru. In this market you will find the freshest meats, vegetables, and fish. The fish is caught at night in the local waters and auctioned in the morning at the local port, then driven directly to the market for sale. Often times you will see the fish still flopping around in the market stalls. Visiting this market will give you great insight into the local gastronomy and the daily lives of the Spanish people.

Best fresh fish of the region, most of the paradas have own boat....also the veggies are excellent.... enjoy the shop better than in big shopping chains (lidl, alcampo, aldi, caprabo...) also you support local producers (km0 low CO2 emissions).

Light house in Vilanova I la Geltru. Very impressive icon in the marina district.

Small museum, English translation available on request.

Enjoyable place to visit. Two small museums within the Vilanova Lighthouse very friendly and with particular history. Some surprise are waiting you when there, which will provide great memories to you. Do you know where is the smallest boat of the world?....🤔

Nice part of Vilanova, with a great beach, walks, lighthouse and restaurants nearby. It seems the council has "discovered" it and is ordering the parking, the beach, adding walkways and "chiringuitos"

Well worth a visit even my wife enjoyed it despite no interest in fishermen or the sea.

Cozy place for sightseeing.

Very lovely place to visit and see small town history