Where to watch the America's Cup in Barcelona?

The America's Cup, which is considered the most relevant maritime event at a sporting level, arrives in Barcelona in 2024 to position itself as the city's main attraction throughout the year. The Copa América de Vela is one of the most followed competitions in the world, so its presence in a city is always cause for celebration.

In the case of Barcelona, used to hosting large events, the America's Cup will be a big economic injection thanks to the large influx of public it attracts. A mass of spectators who can witness the show in three different ways: Online, from land and, the best option, in the front line from the water.

How to watch the America's Cup from home

Although the emotion is not the same, the truth is that there are many spectators who will attend the Copa América from a distance. Not everyone can be present in the city of Barcelona during the dates of the event and this does not make it any less interesting, since we are talking about one of the most important sports competitions.

For these viewers it will be easy to access all types of content around the America's Cup, from the so-called Preliminary Regattas to the final phase held in October. And there are several different channels when it comes to following the event from home.

This will be possible thanks to its broadcast on open and pay television, its live broadcast on its own official website of the Sailing America's Cup and the multiple parallel contents that the organization will publish on its various social profiles, in addition to the direct from the competition on YouTube.

How to follow the regattas from land

When watching the America's Cup from land, it is advisable to differentiate between the preliminary phases held in Saudi Arabia, those held in Barcelona and the final phase, also in Barcelona. In all cases we are talking about free attendance at the events, although in Jeddah it is necessary to reserve tickets to attend.

To attend the regattas held in Saudi Arabia, in which one-design or single-design boats will be competed - specifically AC40 sailboats - to test the skill of the crew, you will have to be located in the Race Village and on the Corniche, a privileged environment to witness some races that are expected to be fast and close.

In the case of Barcelona, the Copa América de Vela can also be seen for free from three spectacular locations, such as the beaches of Somorrostro, Barceloneta and San Sebastián. At the same time, in the Catalan capital you can enjoy various activities around the competition, such as an informative and experimental space that will even house navigation simulators.

How to watch the Sailing America's Cup from the water

If there is a more special alternative than the rest when it comes to watching any maritime competition, and more specifically the America's Cup of Sailing as the most important event in this field, it is from the sea itself. If you like attend the preliminary regattas in Barcelona and the final phase from the water here you can reserve your ticket, as long as the established rules in this regard are respected.

To watch the regattas at sea, areas will be set up for this purpose outside the regatta field. with the size of the boats, which must be over 5 meters in length -if it exceeds 23 meters you must contact the organization to find your location-, and with the operations on board: the use of anchors is not allowed and it is essential to register the boat if you wish to go sailing during the competition.

For the rest, it will only be necessary have a boat that adapts to these conditions, regardless of whether it is your own or acquired in one way or another for the enjoyment of the event.

Is it worth attending the America's Cup in Barcelona?

As we say, the Copa América de Vela is one of the most attractive sporting events, probably the most relevant behind the Olympics or international football competitions. Barcelona hosts it in 2024 for the first time in its history, so, without a doubt, It is worth attending in person and, above all, doing it from the sea in the front row. Contact Anclademia to find out how to enjoy the event.