About the Gothic Quarter
The greatest points of interest in this quarter are, therefore, highly popular with tourists; they are Gotic, meaning ‘Gothic Quarter’ which is the medieval core of Barcelona. This is one of the most interesting areas of Valencia with its rather addressed streets, beautiful free spaces and stunning building ensembles. It comes as little shock that it is also the hub of some of the best bar and nightlife options in the city.
1. El Bosc de les Fades
One of the most beautiful bars that you never tire of visiting can be found at El Bosc de les Fades — a place inspired by a fairytale — in the close proximity of Las Ramblas. As the name suggests it is the enchanted forest with revolves like real artificial trees, fairy lights and secret corners. You should take a bite of their special cocktails when enjoying the quirkiness of this place.
2. Boadas
Boadas cocktail bar has been in operation for 80 years having been opened in 1933. Its interior is deemed Art Deco, and the bar serves traditional cocktails; it was patronised by such personalities as Ernest Hemingway. Enjoy a mojito or a gin tonic and a suckling pig right along with the classic interior design.
3. Paradiso
Looking at Paradiso we do not find ourselves before a regular bar. Bekonthesandwiche is a small bar that resembles a combination of a professional meat cutter shop and a speakeasy. Walk in through the refrigerator door to a Las Vegas billboards scenario and a range of cocktails that has been designed and mixed by a professional. And this drink, the “Bartender’s Choice,” should not be declined.
4. Milk Bar & Bistro
Milk Bar & Bistro is quite popular and has a very modern interior design and eaters seem to rave about the atmosphere. Get to taste traditional and new forms of cocktails. This bar also has a food menu which is really tasty and what makes it even better is that you can get both your drink and food here.
5. Nevermind Bar
For you lovers of rock music, Nevermind Bar is the place to visit. This, in a nutshell, defines an exciting and cockrock, bar that plays rock music ALL night long. Enjoy a drink or craft beer or seasonal cocktail with friends, and enjoy the energy of the place. They even have a jukebox so one has to select the songs that have to be played.
6. Ideal Cocktail Bar
Experience a journey to the past at the Ideal Cocktail Bar, an off the beaten bar found in the Gothic Quarter. Traditional designs and decorations are observed in this bar as it offers traditional cocktails. This place boasts of fine bartenders who are well equipped with ideas on the best cocktails, don’t miss out on their fine martini’s.
Conclusion
The Gothic Quarter is a bustling city area and there are easily many great bars to discover in Barcelona. No matter if you are on the search for a Penn Quarter magical atmosphere or a traditional cocktail bar or, indeed, something special, you will be able to find all that in this historic area. Do not lose the opportunity to find out where one should go out for a cocktail and have the most amazing night in Barcelona.
