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Can Paixano

Can Paixano, best known as “La Champañería”, is an old bar in the old Barceloneta neighborhood. This bar is famous for their “cava” (typical Catalonian sweet sparkling wine, similar to champagne) and also for their big and tasty sandwiches. Read more ›

by Hugo

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Cosmo Bar

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By Indrė

Bar + Art Gallery

Cosmo Bar

What you will find in Cosmo: - Great drinks and snacks (natural juices and carrot cake are awesome!) - Original art exposition, just next to you while you are charting with a friend - Chill out atmosphere - Friendly and creative people - Most wonderful street of Barcelona outside Read more ›

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Fabio

€39/h

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Argelia

€36/h

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Isaac

€34/h

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Pep

€2/h

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Milk

Bars 8 1

By Jesper

Recover, then re-activate

Milk

Milk is something of a local celebrity, and boy, do they know their audience. Seven days a week, the tireless staff serves up recovery brunch till late afternoon, as well as a selection of international dishes, like thai curries and fajitas. And, of course, burgers. Read more ›

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Las Cuevas del Sorte

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By Jesper

Cocktails in the cave

Las Cuevas del Sorte

This family-run cocktail bar takes their task seriously. They will serve you a mix that goes straight into your blood, but it will taste like lemonade. So what we're trying to say is, they serve a proper cocktail. Read more ›

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Bar Leo

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By paolo

A real Bar in Barceloneta

Bar Leo

Because it is genuine, the environment is alive and very friendly. Sometimes there are live concerts, most of them spontaneous - a guitar, a singer and nothing more. It's a bar where you can smell Spain. Read more ›

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Marmalade

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By Jesper

Just another Raval burger joint

Marmalade

Marmalade is the bigger sister restaurant to downtown fave Milk, which easily gets crammed. Expect much of the same - some burgers, some international classics and a nice selection of beers and drinks to keep you going on your sightseeing trip. Read more ›

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Local Experience

Night Hiking on Barcelona's Magic Mountain

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We don’t want to be just your guides; we want to be your friends in Barcelona! Come with us to discover one of Spain’s most unknown and underrated green spaces. We’re certain it will be a night you won’t forget!

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30 EUR

Duration

3 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Filferro

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By Jesper

Keeping it cozy

Filferro

This hip little bar and restaurant is on a quiet square, just far enough from the beach to not feel over-run. The outside is a great place to rest your feet, or go upstairs to have a little privacy, if that's what you're seeking. Read more ›

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Absenta

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By Jesper

Cheap eats and relaxed atmosphere

Absenta

Absenta has, once you get through the often crowded bar area, a nice, homely chill area. Absenta is insanely cheap, always open and if you're feeling peckish, a selection of snack foods will tide you over till you get home. Read more ›

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Mac Arena Mar

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By Jesper

Go nuts on the beach

Mac Arena Mar

Behind the Forum and down the stairs, Mac Arena Mar is one of your best party options in summer. The bar is next to an artificial beach and the party just goes on. Especially Sunday afternoons bring out ravers of all ages. Read more ›

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Bitacora

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By Jesper

Spanish and South American classics

Bitacora

Bitacora is that kind of wonderful mix of bar and restaurant that keeps people coming back. During the day, the locals come in for coffee and food; at night, the crowd gets slightly younger, but they're still eating. And that's understandable, because Bitacora's mix of Argentinian and Spanish dishes is truly mouth-watering. Read more ›

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Fuzzbox

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By Jesper

Keepin' it cheap and cheerful

Fuzzbox

Fuzzbox is that rare gem in Barcelona - a bar with an edge. More rock than disco, and more run-down than dolled-up, Fuzzbox is run by two expats, who decided that what Barna needed was a good, ole-fashioned bar. Read more ›

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L'Entresol

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By Hugo

For gin tonic lovers

L'Entresol

There’s a place in Gracia’s neighbourhood where gin tonic lovers, as myself, feel like in paradise: L’Entresol (The Mezzanine, in Spanish). The decorations and music selection are also remarkable. Red, black and white colors, old picture frames and faint light. Indie music mostly, but also funky and groove. Read more ›

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Poble Espanyol

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By Jesper

All of Spain at once

Poble Espanyol

Originally conceived to showcase Iberian architecture to the visitors of the 1929 World Expo, the Poble Espanyol outlived the Expo and became an open-air architecture in it's own right. It was means to showcase an ideal village in Spain, and the popularity of the exhibit meant that it is still operating today. Read more ›

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Local Experience

Local Designers & Vintage Shopping Tour in Barcelona

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I’ll take you to the Born district – one of the most alternative areas of Barcelona – to discover local designers and vintage shops.

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45 EUR

Duration

2 h

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian

33/45

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By Jesper

Spin the black circle

33/45

33 / 45 is, of course, named for the lovely vinyl record. And though you won't find any records on sale here, 33 / 45 is a good option for a bit of snacking and drinking, before hitting the town. Read more ›

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Cat Bar

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By Jesper

Cat lovin' and vegan food

Cat Bar

Cat Bar is deservedly popular with an alternative crowd. Offering a set menu for 10 euros all day, Cat Bar also serves burgers and different vegan snacks. They also have a mighty fine selection of micro-brews from all over Europe, and they regularly change what's on tap. Read more ›

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Chiringuito Mar Bella

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By Jesper

Come to where the guys are

Chiringuito Mar Bella

The beach at Mar Bella has long been recognized as the city's unofficial gay beach, and boy does it show. And the bar that goes with it, equally so. To be honest, it's neither the food, the prices or the music that keeps people coming back here, but as the official chiringay, you are, if nothing else, guaranteed some eye candy. Read more ›

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Niu

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By Jesper

Über-hip live art venue

Niu

Niu Barcelona are going for the artistic value, popularity be damned. Throughout the year, the program is a mix of exhibitions, live performances and workshops in all manners of topics. The well-designed rooms are fitted out with couches and corners to relax, while watching video art or somesuch. Read more ›

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Nevermind

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By Jesper

Where the 90's never died

Nevermind

This rock'n'roll-bar keeps attracting a young, flirty audience of locals, mostly students. Despite being minutes from Placa Reial, probably the most touristy part of Barna, you'll hardly ever hear anything other than Spanish or Catalan spoken. A mix of 90's rock and alternative hits make the noise, while skate videos are projected on to the walls. Read more ›

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XIX Bar

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By Carlos

Xixbar

XIX Bar

What was once an old dairy is now one of the bars specializing in gin and tonics in Barcelona. This space has more than 80 references to gin and tonics for several different mixtures with cinnamon, ginger, mint, berries and cucumber. Read more ›

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Opium

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By Jesper

Gastro-bar and nightclub rolled into one

Opium

To be quite honest, Opium is not the first place you'd think off to recommend - it's expensive, kind of snobby and does make itself out to be a lot more than it is. But on the other hand, it's a prime example of what you can expect, if you go to the towers at the Port Olimpic for a night out. Read more ›

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Spanish Cooking Experience in Barcelona

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Learn how to make the ultimate seafood paella while savouring traditional Spanish tapas and sangria in a delightful hands-on workshop!

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32 EUR

Duration

3 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Sala BeCool

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By Jesper

There's a disc in the dance floor.

Sala BeCool

BeCool, despite the terrible name, is actually kind of cool. The club is housed about away from everything, which means it's clientele are generally people in the know. That also means that while their bookings are not quite as high-profile as Apolo or Razzmatazz, the club generally gets a sophisticated and with-it crowd. Read more ›

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Chiringuito Relevant

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By Jesper

No fear of electronic music

Chiringuito Relevant

Long-running local expat rag Relevant stepped up their game with the branded beach bar (or chiringuito) at the beach at Mar Bella. The food and prices are fairly standard; all that ocean view comes with a premium. Read more ›

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La Penultima

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By Jesper

Always time for the penultimate drink

La Penultima

It's a matter of some superstition, but going for the last drink is considered unlucky here - thus, you always go for the penultimate. And La Penultima is happy to provide. The cozy bodega attracts a mixed crowd of young and old, away from the expensive bars in the Gayxample. The decor is homely, the drinks strong and the beer's fairly cheap. Read more ›

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Chill

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By Hugo

Small place with a big heart

Chill

The clientele is multicultural, around 30s, easygoing and open minded. Live DJs and special themed parties are what to look out for. During the day the bar is opened as an “ordinary” coffee shop. Besides the espressos, teas or sodas, you can watch football and rugby matches, or even assist one of the language interchange meetings. Read more ›

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Dux

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By David

Hidden gem: homemade gins and cocktails

Dux

We love this place because it's new and hidden from the main streets. The staff is really kind, and they make their own gin and cocktails. The place is really cozy and often offers live swing music. Prices are really good as well! Read more ›

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Montjuic

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By Jesper

Up the hill

Montjuic

Montjuic is admittedly something of a tourist attraction, but don't let that put you off - it's great for day trip and has a number of museums and attractions. For instance the Olympic swim stadium, cut into the rockside. Or the Joan Miro museum, focusing on the world-famous painter. The cable car is great for kids, young and old. Read more ›

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La Bata de Boatine

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By Jesper

La Bata de Boatine

Carrer Robadors can generously be described as lively, which goes double for the clientele of Barcelona's sleaziest queer bar, La Bata. The tiny, narrow bar stretches all the way to the back, where you'll find a small dance floor. Read more ›

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Can Paixano

Cosmo Bar

Fabio

€39/h

Argelia

€36/h

Isaac

€34/h

Pep

€2/h

Milk

Las Cuevas del Sorte

Bar Leo

Marmalade

Night Hiking on Barcelona's Magic Mountain

Filferro

Absenta

Mac Arena Mar

Bitacora

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Fuzzbox

L'Entresol

Poble Espanyol

Local Designers & Vintage Shopping Tour in Barcelona

33/45

Cat Bar

Chiringuito Mar Bella

Niu

Nevermind

XIX Bar

Opium

Spanish Cooking Experience in Barcelona

Sala BeCool

Chiringuito Relevant

La Penultima

Chill

Dux

Montjuic

La Bata de Boatine

Things to do in popular destinations

Amsterdam

Barcelona

Berlin

Brussels

Budapest

Copenhagen

Istanbul

London

Los Angeles

Madrid

Milan

Moscow

Munich

New York

Paris

Prague

Rio de Janeiro

Rome

Vienna