Buying Alcohol Past 11:00pmBefore 11 you can pick up alcoholic drinks wherever you want but afterwards the shops will be closed. So, make sure you pick up all your necessities for the night to come earlier in the day!
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Buying Alcohol Past 11:00pmBefore 11 you can pick up alcoholic drinks wherever you want but afterwards the shops will be closed. So, make sure you pick up all your necessities for the night to come earlier in the day!
Bringing your own drinks is cheap and it is fun too. Unfortunately they overdid it on a regular basis, so that Botellónes are banned in most cites and federal countries of spain. Also in Barcelona the consume of alcohol in public (streets, parks, beaches) is prohibited and fined.
Is it safe to walk alone in Barcelona at night? Stay in well-lit areas: When walking around Barcelona at night, it is best to stay in well-lit areas and avoid dark alleys. Don't carry large amounts of cash: It is best to avoid carrying large amounts of cash with you as it can make you a target for pickpockets.
Useful information for nightlife: Remember that nightlife starts at around 10 pm for bars, midnight or 1 am for discos. The bars close around 2:00 on weekdays and 3:00 on weekends. Clubs and discos open around midnight and rarely close before 6 or 7 in the morning ... ;-) Check our page Barcelona Nightlife for tickets.
It is generally safe to walk at night in Barcelona though you should avoid doing it alone and in secluded areas. Some areas are safer than others. Stay in well-lit areas and avoid exploring abandoned streets and beaches after dark. Traveling with a group is better at night.
Tips aren't expected in Barcelona, but they are always appreciated. Credit cards – tipping is possible with a card, just be sure you ask them to add it to the total as they run your card. There's no space on the credit card receipt when it comes time to sign.
Cava. Also known as Spanish wine, Cava is often the drink of choice for locals in Barcelona. You'll find all kinds of establishments selling Cava, and you can even get it relatively cheap. But don't worry, it's still often a very high-quality beverage.