The Barcelona Catamaran Cruise experience begins at Drassanes Pier. From here, get ready to enjoy a 60-minute maritime adventure aboard an Eco Catamaran. Take in a unique and privileged view of the city and admire Barcelona’s spectacular skyline, while enjoying premium services such as free WiFi and an onboard bar. Feel the Mediterranean breeze and head to Drassanes Pier to begin your experience.
What is Drassanes Pier?
Moll de les Drassanes is an iconic location in Port Vell whose name comes from the former Royal Shipyards (Drassanes), an impressive Gothic building dating back to the Middle Ages where galleys were once built. Today, this historic site houses the Maritime Museum, while the pier itself has become a lively tourist destination. It is also the departure point for the traditional “Golondrinas” sightseeing boats and more modern tourist vessels that sail along Barcelona’s coastline.
Where is Drassanes Pier in Barcelona?
Drassanes Pier enjoys an unbeatable location in Barcelona’s Port Vell, right at the end of the famous La Rambla and beside the sea. Its exact location is Moll de les Drassanes, in the Ciutat Vella district (08039 Barcelona). This places the pier just a short walk from major landmarks such as the Columbus Monument and Maremagnum shopping centre, a leisure and shopping complex built directly over the water.
How to get to Drassanes Pier
Getting to the pier is very easy using Metro line 3 (green line), which has a nearby station of the same name, Drassanes. Regular bus routes such as the 59, 21 and D20 also stop close to the waterfront.
However, if you want to explore Barcelona comfortably and conveniently, we recommend getting a Barcelona City Tour COMBO ticket, which combines 24- or 48-hour access to the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus with direct access to the eco-friendly catamaran cruise.
What to see near the Drassanes Pier stop
Before boarding or after returning from your catamaran cruise, you can take the opportunity to visit some of the most interesting attractions in the area:
- Barceloneta neighbourhood: A former fishing district that has retained its maritime character, with lively narrow streets and exceptional local cuisine.
- Barceloneta Beach: The city’s most iconic and vibrant beach, ideal for a walk by the sea or enjoying the Mediterranean sunshine after your boat trip.
- Columbus Monument: This majestic monument, built for the 1888 Universal Exhibition, offers one of Barcelona’s most famous panoramic views from the top, overlooking the point where La Rambla meets the port.
- Barcelona Wax Museum: Located very close to the pier in a historic mansion, this museum offers a renewed and surprising experience featuring highly realistic figures that fascinate visitors of all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the neighbourhood around Barcelona’s port called?
Barcelona’s port is mainly located within the Ciutat Vella district, with Barceloneta being the neighbourhood historically most closely associated with the area’s maritime and port activity.
What is Barcelona’s pier called?
The main pier used by tourist boat services and the eco-friendly catamaran is called Moll de les Drassanes.
Who manages the Port of Barcelona?
The Port of Barcelona is managed by the Barcelona Port Authority (Port de Barcelona), the organisation responsible for overseeing the port’s operations and infrastructure.
