There is more to Spain’s beautiful city of Barcelona, which is the capital of Catalonia, than exquisite design, delicious local cuisine and beaches: everybody knows it as a nocturnal city. Whatsoever your preference maybe, you like to party hard or simply wish to go out for a clubbing type of night, Barcelona will not disappoint you. In this article you will discover some of the most interesting places that can be visited at night in Barcelona so as to get the most out of your travel.
1. La Rambla
La Rambla is an extended pedestrian avenue covering 1.2 kilometers and extending from Plaça de Catalunya to the statue of the discoverer Christopher Columbus. This area hosts variety of bars, clubs and restaurants and indeed is a most popular area for those that live in the area and visitors. Strolling La Rambla visitors can be entertained by live orations, singing and dancing performances, as well as trying the Spanish snacks. However, do be wary of some people, particularly those attempting pick pocketing in any of the crowded stations.
2. Poble Sec
Situated close to Montjuïc, Poble Sec is one of the bohemian districts, which provides a great deal of bars and clubs. Carrer de Blai, the “Tapas Street,” is the place of interest of every food lover. Here you can from bar to bar moving from one place to the other taking delicious tapas and depending on the time of the day, enjoy a glass or two of vermouth. Also, Sala Apolo is a famous night club which organizes live music concerts and electronic music parties.
3. El Born
El Born is a delightful neighborhood in the city of Barcelona, widely famous for such narrow lanes and medieval surroundings. It has a very active nightlife that comprises of excellent bars and clubs for the nachos young and trendy. Perhaps the most exciting thing about El Born is the Passeig del Born – a promenade equipped with bars and terraces, great to have a drink at.
4. Gràcia
The night amusement for more relaxing and offbeat area for Barcelona’s inhabitants is Gràcia – the bohemian neighborhood. Plaça del Sol is a square which forms a relaxation area in the middle of the bars and restaurants where you may sit outside and have a drink with friends. The Festa Major of Gràcia takes place during the first week of August every year with music, food and street decorations. It is a great time to feel the youth spirit of the district.
5. Raval
Ghe For example, Raval used to be a crime-prone area, but it has triggered development and is now one of the hippest areas, which also have varies types of nightclubs. As it is the location of MACBA (the Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona) it provides all the people enough bars and clubs. Two more locations which are the streets that are popular for its bars and various places are Carrer dels Còdols and Carrer de Joaquín Costa.
6. Port Olímpic
For the Port Olímpic area as far as-nightlife is concerned, it’s more colorful, beautiful and chic . Located in the seaside zone, this area host numerous exclusive club and bars with the sea view. Apart from these usual attractions, visitors can hit the various discotheques such as the Opium Barcelona, have some cocktails at places such as Eclipse; a rooftop bar.
7. Gothic Quarter
Finally, for those who are still on a youth tour in Barcelona , the Gothic Quarter or Barri Gòtic is where tourists can experience a historical Barcelona in the dead of the night. It is a maze of small lanes, shops and cafes packed with youthful outlets for entertainment spattering through historic structures like beer garden bars, pubs and clubs. They can visit Plaça Reial an open area with restaurants and bars or simply get lost while walking through the narrow streets of the area.
Conclusion
If you’re the dancing kind of person, Barcelona has everything: full of life streets, trendy districts, luxurious clubs, and heritage areas. Whether your idea of a great evening is hitting the dance floor and partying or having a relaxed evening in a cozy bar, Barcelona has a great deal to offer. Therefore, when you are in this beautiful city there are things you can do in these nightlife places to enhance your experience.
