Summer Camps in Barcelona for 2026: The Complete Guide for Families

Barcelona is our family's go-to base in Spain, and it's not even close. The city is incredibly bike-friendly (we've done full summers getting around entirely by cargo bike), the beaches are right there, the food is amazing, and the camp options are some of the best in Europe. We've sent our kids to Barcelona camps multiple summers now, and we keep finding new ones worth trying.

I covered Barcelona as part of my broader Spain camps guide, but so many subscribers asked for a deeper Barcelona-specific breakdown that I put this dedicated post together. If you're planning a Barcelona-based summer, here's everything you need to know.

Little Makers

This is one of our absolute favorites — my kids will be here again this summer. Little Makers runs creative arts programs in the Gràcia neighborhood, with a focus on art, outdoor play, and hands-on creative projects. It's intimate, well-run, and the kind of camp where your kid comes home covered in paint and grinning. The staff genuinely cares about each child, and the small group sizes mean your kid won't get lost in the shuffle.

Ages: 5–10 | Type: Day camp | Location: Gràcia

The Arte Bar

If your child is into fine art, this is a gem. The Arte Bar runs weekly four-day summer sessions with painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, papier-mâché, and ceramics. The instructors previously ran successful fine-art camps in Los Angeles and France, and the quality shows. Sessions run mornings from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. This isn't arts-and-crafts babysitting — it's real creative instruction for kids who want to make things.

Ages: 6–12 | Type: Day camp | Language: English

Anywhere Water Sports

For water-loving kids, this camp runs from late June through early September with locations in Barcelona and Badalona. Activities include paddle surfing, surfing, bodyboarding, snorkeling, and sand games. The Barcelona location takes kids 4–17, and Badalona starts at age 3. Great staff-to-kid ratio and a real focus on ocean safety. If your kids want to spend the summer in the Mediterranean, this is how you make it happen.

Ages: 3–17 | Type: Day camp | Season: Late June–early September

Montessori Kinder Barcelona

A lovely option for the youngest travelers — ages 0 to 6. This Montessori-based camp operates in four languages (Catalan, Spanish, English, and German) with low child-to-adult ratios and healthy ecological catering. They run both summer and Easter camps, and welcome external families alongside enrolled students. If you've got a baby or toddler and you're worried there's nothing for them in Barcelona, this is your answer.

Ages: 0–6 | Type: Day camp | Language: Multilingual (Catalan, Spanish, English, German)

American School of Barcelona (ASB)

The ASB runs a four-week English immersion summer program for ages 3–16. Activities span art, musical theater, robotics, and interactive classes. It's a well-established international school with excellent facilities — a safe bet if you want structure, a familiar school-camp feel, and full English-language programming. The campus is impressive and the organization is tight.

Ages: 3–16 | Type: Day camp | Language: English immersion

Rosa dels Vents

With over 40 years of experience, Rosa dels Vents offers both day and residential camps for ages 8–17 across multiple locations in Catalonia. Their themed programs include adventure camps in the Pyrenees, nautical camps on the Costa Brava, and cooking camps. Sessions range from 5 to 15 days. If you want your older kid to have an immersive, away-from-parents experience while you explore Barcelona on your own, this is a top pick.

Ages: 8–17 | Type: Day and residential | Season: Summer

Broadway Sitges (IAB Youth Academy)

Just 30 minutes south of Barcelona in the gorgeous seaside town of Sitges, this musical theatre camp runs weekly sessions from late June through late July for ages 6–17. Kids take singing, acting, and dance classes throughout the week, and each session ends with a real performance for families in a professional theatre. If your child loves performing, this one is truly special — watching your kid take a bow on a real stage in a Mediterranean town is a core memory in the making.

Ages: 6–17 | Type: Day camp | Language: English | Location: Sitges

Barcelona with Kids

Since so many families base themselves in Barcelona, here are a few of my favorite things to do with kids in the city beyond camp hours:

• Labyrinth Park of Horta — A hidden gem with a storybook hedge maze. Peaceful, green, and budget-friendly. My kids could spend hours here.
• Tibidabo Amusement Park — Old-school charm, younger-kid-friendly rides, and incredible views over the city and out to sea.
• CosmoCaixa Science Museum — One of the best science museums in Europe. Hands-on, interactive, and genuinely fun for adults too.
• The Beach — Barceloneta for energy and people-watching, Bogatell for a calmer, more family-friendly vibe. Pro tip: grab food at the restaurants under the boardwalk.
• Ciutadella Park — Playgrounds, rowboats on the lake, picnic spots everywhere. Close to the zoo and the El Born neighborhood.
• The Gothic Quarter — Medieval streets, hidden plazas, and the perfect excuse for churros and hot chocolate at any time of day.

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