Barcelona's one of Spain's best cities for nightlife. From iconic beach clubs and cosy bars to uber fancy uptown clubs and boat parties, Barcelona's got something for every party goer.
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Looking fabulous, even if you don't feel it, is key when entering a club. Some bouncers, especially if you find yourself at a place north of Avinguda Diagonal, are very picky (especially on a Friday or Saturday night), so put on your sober face for 10 minutes to make it in easily. You can do it! I have faith in you!
Barcelona is famous for its buzzing nightlife. With so many bars and pubs available to choose from, drinking options in the city are endless. But for those on a budget, it can be hard to find affordable, yet fun, spots to go to.
While most clubs in the city start opening around 10 pm, they won't start getting busy with locals until well past midnight. The only exception is Barcelona's beach clubs which start getting busier early since they usually attract more tourists than locals.
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.
Most of the clubs ask an entrance fee from around 10 to 20 euros and that's not everything, because drinks in the clubs are also kind of expensive. For one beer, you already pay around 8 euros. So, imagine what a cocktail will cost here.
Etiquette with Barcelona BouncersIf you're trying to get in to a club consider the following: Not showing any signs of being drunk. Being almost over-dressed for the place. Being impossibly friendly, patient, and quiet while in line.
Shorts and flip flops are OK in bars but they might not be OK at all clubs, but remember you only need to go to a club from 3 am onwards. It might sounds obvious, but the most important thing for a group of tourists to get in a club late in Madrid is not to be too drunk!!!
Barcelona is an expensive city to visit in Spain, but it's considered semi-affordable in Europe. Comparing Spain's top two destinations, Barcelona is, on average, more expensive than the capital, Madrid. For a mid-range budget traveler, you can expect to spend approximately: $150 per day in Barcelona.
Barcelona is a very big city so having only 2 days is just enough time to see the highlights and main attractions in Barcelona but not enough time to do it all. Buy all of your tickets to Barcelona attractions far in advance.