Top 5 places to skate in Barcelona
Barcelona is the favorite city for many skaters from all around the world. It is the European skateboard capital. You are here for your Erasmus exchange or internship so for sure you will have the opportunity to try this amazing activity. In case you are already a skater, you can improve your skills in short time in the surrounding Catalonian culture. In this article, you will find out about the 5 best skate spots in Barcelona. You must put them on your bucket list and see! Without a doubt you can also catch a lot of sun while skateboarding, visit skate bars. In matter of fact you even have a skate hostel in Barcelona, which is a unique experience. Famous skaters from the whole world come all the time to visit this amazing city and skateboard while enjoying the weather and BCN vibes.
#1 MACBA
This is the most popular street skating spot in Barcelona. You will see there an eclectic mix of people. Skateboarding is officially allowed there on Tuesdays and Sundays after 1:30, but you can always see a lot of skaters. That iconic place will steal your heart.
Adress: Plaça dels Àngels, 1, 08001 Barcelona
#2 Barcelona Sants Station
This spot is just outside the main station. You can find there perfect conditions for skating, because it’s partially covered and you can skate there all day, even in the midday sun!
Adress: Plaça dels Països Catalans, 1, 7, 08014 Barcelona
#3 Parc del Fòrum
Huge skate spot, where you will find plenty of space for skateboarding but also after long hours of training you can have a picnic, meet your friends, go swimming and just relax. You can also see a lot of street art which makes this place more interesting.
Adress: Carrer de la Pau, 12, 08930 Sant Adrià de Besòs, Barcelona
#4 Skate: La Mar bella, the seafront park
This place has Venicebeach vibes because the skatepark is surrounded by palm trees. It is located next to the seaside. It’s perfectly equipped. You can find there a lot of ramps and space for skaters and BMX-ers.
Adress: Av. del Litoral, 106, 08005 Barcelona
#5 Plaça de la Universitat:
One of the most famous street spots for skating in the center of Barcelona. You can enjoy there city vibes and do various tricks. The disadvantage of this place is that there are plenty of people and during the rush hours it is difficult to skate there.
If you also want to see the skate bar and skate hotel and feel the real skateboard culture of Barcelona here you can find these places:
# Hostel:
Sant Jordi Sagrada Familia Hostel, Carrer del Freser 5, Barcelona 08026
# Bar:
Nevermind Bar, Carrer d’Escudellers Blancs, 3, 08002 Barcelona
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