BARCELONA ROOFTOP BARS

Barcelona Rooftop Bars

Is there anything better than chillin’ on a rooftop patio, with a cool summer breeze and a cool summer cocktail? Simultaneously chuck in a few spectacular views of the Catalan Capital and you have the recipe for a memorable night. Undeniably the Barcelona Rooftop Bar experience is not to be missed. So here is our Top 5 for atmosphere and vistas!

360° at Barceló Raval

Basically, as the name suggests the panoramic view from this swanky terrace is simply spectacular. Open all year around from midday, so grab a cocktail and some super Barcelona photos. During the summer months from 7pm “Nits al Raval – Rooftop Edition” on Thursdays showcases live music. As we say “acoustic tunes a go-go!”

Rambla del Raval, 17, 21, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona – Barcelona Rooftop Bars

El Palace Rooftop Garden

Okay, so despite technically that this is a ‘garden,’ not a bar. It is nonetheless fabulous all the same! Besides being 1500m². It is stuffed full of plants, fountains, ponds and pergolas. Chiefly, it is an oasis in the heart of Barcelona. Moreover, they even do cinema nights with all you can eat popcorn!

Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 668, L’Eixample, 08010 Barcelona – Barcelona Rooftop Bars

Nobu Rooftop Terrace

This relative newbie to the ‘Rooftop’ family comes with a very special tag. It is the highest hotel terrace in Barcelona, 25 floors up and as you can imagine, it has the views to match. Serving snacks and cocktails, it is a little away from the centre, however thats why we like it.

Av. de Roma, 2, 4, Distrito de Sants-Montjuïc, 08014 Barcelona – Barcelona Rooftop Bars

Purobeach

Purobeach pops in at our number 2 because you can actually spend the whole day here! Use the pool, grab a massage, eat, drink or just groove to their resident DJs spinning tracks. Notwithstanding that it is not open all year, it combines everything essential for that perfect rooftop experience.

Pg. del Taulat, 262, 264, Sant Martí, 08019 Barcelona – Barcelona Rooftop Bars

Salts

We know, we know, unquestionably a highly controversial pick at number one! Regardless that it is not a rooftop, this spot with undeniably spectacular views, loads of space, an affordable menu and live weekend music is cool! Salts is an option for everybody. Hey, even Dua Lipa filmed her Illusion video here! So grab a burger and a beer and enjoy the panorama.

Avinguda Miramar, 31, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona – Barcelona Rooftop Bars

Finally . . . .

Obviously there are a plethora of fabulous rooftop bars to choose from. Thus, others that spring to mind, and certainly worthy of your attention are the; Sercotel Rosellón (for Sagrada Familia), Ohla Chillout Terrace, Tope @ The Huxton, Hotel Colon (Cathedral) and the Wet Deck at the Hotel W. Wherever and whenever you choose, it is indeed recommended that you make a reservation if possible, every year the rooftop bar thang is getting more popular!

TOP 5 – BARCELONA PATATAS BRAVAS