Along with the nudist Mar Bella, Nova Mar Bella is considered the finest of Barcelona´s beaches in terms of cleanliness and it probably gives the best sense of breaking free from the city without in fact leaving it.Generally the least crowded, it also has a lively night time scene with dance music playing from the chiringuitos from the early evening, although the parties now finish earlier than in previous years due to noise restrictions.There is a good restaurant on the breakwater separating it from Mar Bella called La Oca; reserving a table in advance is recommended for large groups.It is also the closest beach to the Diagonal Mar shopping mall for anyone needing a break from the sunshine combined with a little retail therapy.