Sabadell, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 211,734 residents
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Sabadell is a city in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 211,734 people. There are 5 notable places to see in and around town, including Sabadell Art Museum and Sabadell History Museum. The nearest airport is Barcelona (BCN), about 24 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Sabadell Art Museum, Sabadell History Museum and Museu del Gas.
- Best weather from June and August: daytime highs between 27°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Barcelona (BCN) is 17 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Sabadell
Ranked by how well known they are.
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2museum
4archaeological site
5castle
Museu del Gas
museum · In the centre
Tours & tickets in Sabadell
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Sabadell can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Sabadell are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Sabadell and the villages around it is a hire car from Barcelona (BCN), about 24 min away.
Best time to visit Sabadell
June and August: daytime highs between 27°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 13°CJan44 mm
- 15°CFeb36 mm
- 17°CMar53 mm
- 19°CApr80 mm
- 23°CMay68 mm
- 27°CJun57 mm
- 30°CJul30 mm
- 30°CAug55 mm
- 25°CSept97 mm
- 22°COct119 mm
- 17°CNov63 mm
- 14°CDec25 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 4°C | 44 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 5°C | 36 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 7°C | 53 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 9°C | 80 mm | 11 h |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 68 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 17°C | 57 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 20°C | 30 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 30°C | 20°C | 55 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 17°C | 97 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 13°C | 119 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 17°C | 8°C | 63 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 5°C | 25 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Barcelona (BCN)17 miles, about 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Girona (GRO)42 miles, about 59 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)56 miles, about 1 h 19 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 7 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (12 miles).
Sabadell is good for
Around Sabadell
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Sabadell worth visiting?
Yes. Sabadell is known for Sabadell Art Museum, Sabadell History Museum and Museu del Gas. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Sabadell?
June and August, with daytime highs between 27°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Sabadell from the UK?
Fly to Barcelona (BCN), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 24 min by road. Girona (GRO) is an alternative, 42 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 7 min.
Is Sabadell good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Sabadell?
Barcelona (11 miles), Sitges (26 miles), Badalona (10 miles) and Calella (29 miles) are all within an hour or so.