If you’re in Barcelona and looking for a city to experience a fun and exciting night, you’re in the right place! The city has a very vivid bar, which cater for all types of clients with various opportunities to choose from. In this article, we will give you an overview of which distracts of Barcelona offer you a wide variety of bars for you to enjoy.
1. El Born
El Born is one of the hipper districts of the city, appreciated by both, locals and foreigners. It has many bars and pubs and has skinny street and medieval buildings. There you may meet the classical tavern, cocktail bars or any other kind of places in between. Some popular spots worth checking out include:
El Xampanyet: The best selling drink of this bar is sparkling wine and they offer tapas, this bar has been established in 1929.
Pastisseria Hofmann: A popular bakery throughout the day and a great gin joint in the evening. This place is especially famous for their food and their drinks, do not leave before you try their cocktails.
Bar del Pla: Offering numerous types of tapas and great wine this small bar is perfect for visitors after a day spent exploring.
2. Gracia
Gracia is a most colourful suburb full of bars and lively atmosphere all the times. With its unique, closely shaped streets and plazas, it is one of the best places for walking while moving from bar to bar. Some popular bar options in Gracia include:
La Cerveseria del Vell: The craft beer portfolio is amazing and if you fancy a chilled out bar in a welcoming environment then this is the place to be.
El Desig: This place is a comfortably inviting bar with an old school vibe that serves upwards of 200 cocktails and occasionally hosts live music.
Bodega Marín: A classic Hispanic grocery store in which you can wash down alcohol affordable spirits with tasty small plates of food.
3. Eixample
Eixample is one of the most famous districts in Barcelona that is famous for the prosperity, wide streets and amazing architecture. Eixample is home to some of Barcelona’s most well-known establishments while including a wide range of bars for those with a range of different tastes and budgets. Here are a few recommendations:
Dry Martini: A well established place to wet ones whistle which specialises in their drinks especially a dry martini.
Chupitos: It is therefore for this singular reason that if you are interested in a fun and quirk bar experience then Chupitos should be your best bets. The numerous shots are something which you will not find in many food bloggers or vloggers.
Barcelona Pipa Club: A great unknown for all the tobacco and liquor lovers; the bar has a wide collection of cigars and whiskey.
4. Barceloneta
If you want to extend your night out and make it more related to beach, then Barceloneta is the district for you. This is a suburb located close to the coast which provides more serene environment, beachfront bars and business that serve cold drinks. Some great options include:
Ice Barcelona: A bar entirely dedicated to ice – the drinks are served in ice glasses and the view is the Mediterranean sea.
La Fábrica: A bar with a focus on serving beer; it has an atmosphere conducive for relaxing, a beer parlour. Stop by and enjoy a beverage with a view on their covered out door terrace.
El Vaso de Oro: run of the mill beer and food establishment offering mouth watering simple delicacies to complement its wide range of beers from different countries and region.
Conclusion
Barcelona, unlike many other cities, is truly best at night – the nightlife is very varied and there are bars of all kinds. From a classic pub like an old medieval style pub, to a modern mixology bar, or beach party, Catalonia’s capital city offers it all. Therefore, the best way to explore this energetic city is by going out in groups from one bar to the other to find the most suitable places.
