Barcelona Nightlife
Barcelona Nightlife
Barcelona stays awake while the rest of Europe sleeps. Nightlife starts late, preferably at a bar. Catalans believe it’s smart to eat while drinking, so most bars also serve tapas. Barcelona’s trendy nightlife is constantly changing, so the best advice is to ask around for the latest and greatest places.
Javier Bosch/UnsplashDr Stravinsky
A true hidden gem in the maze of back streets of the El Born district, Dr Stravinsky is a small and unique cocktail bar serving masterfully crafted drinks and bar bites in a cozy and whimsical atmosphere.
Emily Andreeva/UnsplashCan Paixano (La Xampanyeria)
Can Paixano, best known as La Xampanyeria is a traditional bar, in the heart of the Barceloneta neighborhood, famous for its cava – a typical Catalonian sweet sparkling wine – which is best enjoyed with a side of tapas and bocadillos (sandwiches). La Xampanyeria is quite a popular bar among travelers and locals, so it is continuously packed. Stand wherever you can find space, and don't be afraid to gently push your way through the crowd to place your order.
Mads Eneqvist/UnsplashIcebarcelona
Maintained at a chilled -5ºC, Icebarcelona is the only ice bar in the world located directly on the beach, a nice respite from the oppressive heat of the Barcelona summer. Enjoy cocktails and beers surrounded by ice blocks and ice sculptures in this unique bar.
Marcin Sylwia Ciesielski/Shutterstock.comMarula Café
Marula Café is known and loved for the old-school flavor of the jams that blaze from the speakers on a nightly basis. Funk, soul, and disko beats keep the crowd dancing, and the regular live bands and DJ sessions keep them coming to this Gothic area nightclub.
wedninth/Shutterstock.comL'Ovella Negra (Ramblas)
L'Ovella Negra is a rustic and bustling tavern offering cheap drinks – including one of the best sangrias in town – and bar bites in a casual and friendly atmosphere. Plus, foosball tables, billiards, and free popcorn when ordering a drink. Great spot to either start or end your night.
Veex/PixabaySidecar Factory Club
Indie and underground rock acts have called this place home for nearly 30 years. Nightly concerts and/or DJ sessions make this tiny bar, live venue & club one of the coolest places to party in Barcelona.
Africa Studio/Shutterstock.comJamboree
Jamboree is an insanely popular jazz club that crams huge crowds into its small, cave-like space to listen to raucous jazz, blues, and funk acts on a nightly basis. It is an integral part of the Plaça Reial night scene, transforming into a dance club later at night.
Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock.comLa Whiskeria — Whisky & Cocktail Bar
With a great selection of wine, cocktails, beers and, of course, whiskey, this bar offers a welcoming and comfortable location for sitting together for a drink and a little chit-chat. For newbies to the whiskey game, the staff is ready to introduce and help you find the most appealing drop for your taste.
Jag_cz/Shutterstock.comSala Apolo
Apolo began as an amusement park, but over time it evolved to include a ballroom, bingo, professional skating club, and nightclub. Today, it serves as a concert hall and nightclub, catering to a more alternative audience in Barcelona. It hosts weekly DJ parties, musical performances, and events spanning various music genres.
Sinelev/Shutterstock.comHarlem Jazz Club
Barcelona's premier destination for live jazz, swing, blues, and rock music, Harlem Jazz Club brings the feel of the Harlem music scene to the Catalan coast. There are performances every night, attracting the best of the local talent as well as visitors from all around the globe.
Geoff Goldswain/Shutterstock.comKælderkold Craft Beer Bar
The selection of beer in most bars in Barcelona is not very impressive, which makes Kælderkold all the more special. They offer many different varieties of craft beers both local and global in a small but cosy setting, plus tapas.
Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock.comCDLC Barcelona | Carpe Diem Lounge Club
The location is by far the greatest draw for Carpe Diem, as its fantastic spot right on the beach makes for an enjoyable evening meal and drink. Many come here to start the evening off, and some even stay longer and enjoy the restaurant's transformation into a nightclub later at night.
oneinchpunch/Shutterstock.comLa Terrrazza
La Terrrazza is one of Barcelona's most stunning party spots, located at the site of a former 16th-century farmhouse that has now been converted into an open-air nightclub that thousands know and love, especially those into electronic music.
Thoom/Shutterstock.comMojito Club
Latin beats are the stars at Mojito Club, which, as the name suggests, specializes in salsa and Cuban music. Beginners can take salsa dancing lessons at 10pm, and seasoned veterans can show up later to tear up the dance floor. Other Latin American rhythms always make an appearance, so all dancers feel welcome.
Billion Photos/Shutterstock.comCasino Barcelona
Discover a world of entertainment where gastronomy, live music, and gambling are brought to life. Come and taste their Mediterranean, international and fusion cuisines, paired with the best wines and champagnes. Enjoy live concerts and a variety of musical performances and entertainment, which take place in their most innovative gaming rooms.
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