Report a hate crime at:
The Mossos d’esquadra’s Police Stations
Carrer de la Devesa
08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 936 57 17 00
They provide this service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY CALL TOLL FREE “112″
Year: 2026
Safety Recommendations:
At your hotel:
*Do not lose sight of your baggage upon your arrival and departure.
*Lock the door, leave your key at reception and use a safe to protect valuables.
On the beach:
*Do not take valuables with you and only carry a small amount of money as needed. Keep your belongings with you at all times and never lose sight of them.
In the street:
*Make sure that handbags you carry are properly closed, cameras are worn cross-strapped in front of your body, never behind your back, and wallets are kept in inside pockets.
*Only carry money you really need and do not be ostentatious when paying.
EMERGENCY IN SPAIN CALL TOLL FREE “112”
SITGES POPULAR AREAS – Close to Sitges center and the ocean:
- Port Aiguadolc – Port Aguadolce
- Sant Sebastián
- Sitges Center
- Terramar
- Vinyet
SITGES AREAS – Further from Sitges center and the ocean:
- Can Girona
- Can Pei
- Poble Sec
- Pins Vens
- La Plana
- Los Molinos
- Llevantina
- Santa Barbara
- Vallpineda
HOW TO GET A TAX REFUND OF YOUR SHOPPING:
- Always take your passport when shopping
- Ask the sales person if you have the tax refund option
- If they do, they will give you a form to fill out when paying for your items
- Ask the sales person how long will you have to get this refund
- Take form to the Office of Tourism located at the Train Station or at the Airport
YOU WILL NOT BELIEVE HOW MUCH MONEY YOU CAN SAVE! IT IS WORTHY!
Office de Tourisme et Centrale de Réserves
Pl. Eduard Maristany, 2
08870 Sitges
Tel: +34 93 894 4251
Fax: +34 93 894 1521
Opening Times:
Mondays – Fridays: 10:00 – 14:00 and 16:00 – 18:30
Saturdays: 10:00 – 14:00 and 16:00 – 19:00
Sundays: 10:00 – 14:00
Located at Passeig de la Ribera. 3 Star Rating. Pet Friendly. Front of Beach. You can walk all over town and/or by the beach. The most sort out rooms are the ones with ocean views. They are great and you can hear the ocean from your room, which is very relaxing.
FACILITIES:
* Pets Allowed (Pet Friendly)
* Wheelchair Access
* Bar / LoungeBeach
* Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
* Beach
* Restaurant
* Room Service
The
Church of Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla, popularly known as “La Punta” (The Point), is the most iconic landmark in Sitges. Perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, it serves as the symbolic divide between the town’s main promenade and its smaller northern beaches.
Why It’s Called “La Punta”
The nickname “La Punta” refers to its prominent geographic location on a headland that juts into the sea at the end of the town’s seafront promenade. Its elevated position at Plaça del Baluard makes it visible from almost anywhere along the Sitges coastline.
Architecture and History
- Structure: Built primarily in the 17th century, the church features a distinct asymmetrical silhouette with two bell towers: the taller octagonal belfry (consecrated in 1672) and a smaller “conjuratory” tower that houses the city clock.
- Style: While it has Gothic origins dating back to the 14th century, its current form is a stunning example of Catalan Baroque architecture.
- Interior Highlights:
- Baroque Altarpieces: It houses one of Catalonia’s most significant collections of 17th-century polychrome wood altarpieces.
- The Organ: A highly valued baroque organ dating from 1699 is still used for concerts and services.
- Treasury Room: A small museum area containing sacred items like the silver sanctuary and the Corpus Christi monstrance.
Visitor Information for 2026
- Opening Hours: Typically open for visitors from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Access may be restricted during religious services.
- Mass Schedule:
- Monday – Saturday: 7:30 PM.
- Sunday: 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM (Spanish), 12:30 PM, and 7:30 PM.
- Cost: Entry to the main church is generally free; however, guided tours that include the bell tower typically require a paid ticket.
- Location: Plaça de l’Ajuntament, 20, 08870 Sitges.
Cultural Significance
The church is the heart of Sitges’ major festivals. It plays a central role during the Festa Major (August 24, Sant Bartomeu) and the Santa Tecla festival (September 23), where traditional dances and fire runs (correfocs) often begin or end at its iconic steps.
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, to Sunday, June 14, 2026
Location: primarily along the seafront.
Sitges Pride 2026 is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, to Sunday, June 14, 2026, offering five days of events including parties, pool events, rooftop parties, and a main Saturday night mega-event, with a new program in development featuring themes like “SLAY,” “NEON,” “WHITE DREAMS,” and “INFERNO,” plus the traditional Sunday parade, so book accommodations early as it’s a busy event.
Over 46,000 people gather for this great and fun event in Sitges.
*More than 24+ floats
*Amazing Concerts
*Performances
*Sitges Gay Pride Village Packed
*Food Stands
*Hot Men
*Huge Stage
*Bars
*Alcohol
*Music
*T-Dances
Pride Village: Located on the seafront opposite the Hotel Calipolis, the Village is the main hub for free concerts, shows, and bars.
Parties: New pool parties, rooftop events, an opening party, and a mega Saturday night finale are in development.
Atmosphere: The event is known for transforming the town into a huge outdoor festival that attracts thousands of people from across the world.
Date: January 6, 2026
The Three Kings (Reyes Magos) event in Sitges, Spain, happens annually on the evening of January 5, 2026, with the grand parade (Cabalgata) through the town, featuring floats, music, and sweets, following the Kings’ arrival by sea at the Fragata, culminating the Christmas season before Three Kings Day (Epiphany) on January 6th. Expect magic, sweets (and coal for fun!), and letter-collecting pages in the days prior, with official tourism sites providing detailed routes and timings closer to date.
The Three Kings event in Sitges, a major celebration in Spain, centers around a large parade held annually on January 5th, the eve of Epiphany. This vibrant tradition sees the Three Wise Men (Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar) process through the town on elaborate floats, distributing over half a ton of sweets to the crowds
Arrival by Sea: The three Kings, Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthasar, arrived at the Port of Sitges around 12:30 PM on January 5, 2026, to greet children and mark the start of the final festive celebrations.
- The Three Kings Parade (Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos): The main procession occurred on the evening of January 5, 2026, starting at 5:00 PM.
- Parade Route: The parade began at La Fragata and wound through the center of Sitges along a specific route, including Passeig de la Ribera, Carrer de la Bassa Rodona, and Carrer Major, concluding at the Town Hall (Ajuntament).
- Epiphany (Three Kings Day): January 6, 2026, was a national public holiday in Spain. This is the traditional day when children wake up to find gifts left by the Kings in or near their shoes overnight, after the previous evening’s parade.
Tradition and Atmosphere
During the parade, the Kings and their pages ride on elaborate floats, throwing thousands of sweets to the excited crowds lining the streets. Children in the days leading up to the parade drop off their wish lists at a royal post office, or hand them directly to the Kings’ royal pages, like Aisha, who was at the Old Market (Mercat Vell) on January 2 and 3.
Date: February 12 – 18, 2026
This event is located throughout Psg de la Ribera, C, Bonaire, C.Parellades and Cap De la Vila.
The Sitges Carnival has several big events such as:
“NOCHE DE LAS TURISTAS”
“NOCHE DE LAS VIUDAS”
“NOCHE DE LAS MANTILLAS”
*Sitges has been celebrating “Carnival” for over 100 years
*Wild Fun Festival
*Over 2,500 participants
*Approximately 50 floats
- Arrival of King Carnestoltes: Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The “King of Carnival” arrives at Plaça Vidal i Quadras to officially start the festivities.
- Costumed Bed Race: Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM. A humorous race of decorated beds through the town streets.
- Rua de la Disbauxa (Debauchery Parade): Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 7:30 PM. This is the first of the two main parades, featuring over 50 floats and thousands of performers.
- Rua de l’Extermini (Extermination Parade): Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 9:00 PM. The second main parade and the most intense night of the celebration.
- Burial of the King (Ash Wednesday): Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM. A satirical funeral procession that concludes with the “Burial of the Sardine,” marking the end of Carnival.
Àgora 3 Galeria d’Art is a prominent art gallery in Sitges, founded in 1972. Located near the sea in the historic center, it serves as a major reference point for Catalan art, showcasing a blend of mid-20th-century figurative artists and contemporary works.
Address: Carrer Nou, 20, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain.
Website: agora.es.
Phone: +34 938 94 03 38.
Email: agora@agora.es
Opening Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Tuesday: Closed.
Wednesday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: Closed (Hours may vary during peak seasons or for special events).
The gallery focuses on traditional and modern Catalan painters, as well as contemporary sculpture and graphic works.