Bars, Clubs and Discos in Barcelona: What you must visit?
Nightlife in Barcelona is busy and rich, especially in the summer season. When planning an overnight trip around Barcelona, keep in mind that it generally starts in the Mediterranean area the night life doesn't come alive until around midnight, sometimes even later. Go to the disco after nine, then not the best idea. The largest concentration of bars is, of course, in city center, specifically in neighborhoods Barri Gotic or the born. More luxurious clubs and businesses are in Eixample.
There is, for example, a disco that is famous all over Barcelona La Terrazza v Poble Espanyol offering mainly house. In the summer months, the dance floor is right outside, in winter, dancing is done inside.
How old do you have to be to drink alcohol in Barcelona?
If you want to have a local beer, a glass of cava, vermouth or any other alcoholic drink, you must be at least 18 years old. Restaurants and bars are required by law to check age, so if you look young, be prepared to be asked for your ID or passport to prove you are of legal drinking age.
There are so many bars and disco clubs in Barcelona that you won't know which place to choose to spend the evening. That's why in the city in the evening you will meet many young people who are employed by these clubs specifically to attract people. Although everyone will tell you that their bar is the best of all, they will still provide you with basic information (for example, about the location of the bar, about the price of admission, the type of music) according to which you can choose a club that meets your requirements. The price depends on the specific club - some are free with entry, in others you already pay 20 euros upon entry. The prices of individual mixed drinks also vary from establishment to establishment. Always ask up front before letting someone lead you :)
Right on Plaça Catalunya you can fit into the legendary Hard Rock Cafe, where, in addition to great fun, enthusiasts can also add to their collection of Hard Rock Café Barcelona t-shirts.
Nightclub Cafe Royale by Plaça Reial, which boasts two dance floors, is also very popular. Lovers of the southern French pastis drink must not miss a visit Bar Pastís, where this herbal delicacy flows. The wonderful atmosphere is complemented by a variety of music, from French chansons to tango.
A locality frequented by young people is the discotheque Otto Zutz in the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district. Bikini Club it gained popularity already in the past, but that does not preclude visiting it nowadays as well. Vast spaces bearing the name Razzmatazz during the day they are dedicated to openings and shows of alternative art, at night and on weekends they turn into clubs. This is precisely why this multi-story music club is considered for the best in all of Barcelona. It offers several scenes: pop-rock lovers will surely anchor in Razz Club, Temple Beat again offers gothic music and the good old hits of the 60s can be enjoyed in Pop Bar.
Do you want to try something new for yourself? Then visit the bar Los Juanel, where they are held once a week free sevillanas dance lessons.
Fancy trying something completely different? Why not. Try visiting a bar for a change Red ink in the quarter Montjuic, which breathes antiquity on you the atmosphere of a true cabaret with a demonstration of traditional tango and other Latin American dances.
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