Summer is back and as every summer, Barcelona’s beaches get packed with packed with people sunbathing and swimming in the sea.

Some people that work around the area, and I know for sure as my brother is one of them, use their lunch break to lie down on the sand while eating a sandwich and, why [...]]]>

Summer is back and as every summer, Barcelona’s beaches get packed with packed with people sunbathing and swimming in the sea.

Some people that work around the area, and I know for sure as my brother is one of them, use their lunch break to lie down on the sand while eating a sandwich and, why not? having a little siesta (nap) before going back to work.

March 17th is St. Patrick’s day, Saint patron of Ireland. Parades are organized all over the world and although no parade is organized in Barcelona, nothing stops you from getting a real Irish experience at your local Irish Pub, and by Irish experience I mean a nice pint of Guinness.

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March 17th is St. Patrick’s day, Saint patron of Ireland. Parades are organized all over the world and although no parade is organized in Barcelona, nothing stops you from getting a real Irish experience at your local Irish Pub, and by Irish experience I mean a nice pint of Guinness.

The only problem is that this year Paddy’s day is on a Tuesday, so unless you are on holidays or off the following day you may want to take it easy.

* Thanks to Ernest for the picture.

Although the vast majority of movies are dubbed into Spanish, it is still possible to enjoy a film in its original language with subtitles in Spanish in some cinemas around Barcelona. This is a great option for native speakers or for Spanish people willing to learn English. However, be aware that subtitles in Spanish are [...]]]>

Although the vast majority of movies are dubbed into Spanish, it is still possible to enjoy a film in its original language with subtitles in Spanish in some cinemas around Barcelona. This is a great option for native speakers or for Spanish people willing to learn English. However, be aware that subtitles in Spanish are added which can be a little bit anoying for the native speakers.

Icaria – Yelmo Cinemas - located next to the Port Olimpic within the Shopping Center “El Centre de la Vila” (Metro Station Ciutadella L4) . This is the largest cinema in Barcelona (15 screens) for movies in its original version. There is 1 hour free parking inside the cinema although should not be very hard to park outside the cinema. Tickets can be bought at 902 22 09 22. Spectator day: Monday.

C/ Salvador Espriú, 61 (Ctro. Cial. El Centre de la Vila – Port Olímpic)

Verdi Cinema – located within the Gracia area, is a very nice option as this area is full of nice pubs and restaurants in fashion (Metro Stations Fontana L3 and Joanic L4). The cinema has 5 screens. As difference from the one described above, this cinema usually offers non commercial movies. Tickets can be bought online by clicking here. Spectator day: Monday.

C/ Verdi 32
Tel. 93 238 79 90

Florida Blanca Cinema – Located very close from Plaza Universidad (city center metro Universitat L1 & L2 and Sant Antoni L2) it has 7 screens. Really nice and comfortable (seats are extremely comfortable) Tickets can online by clicking here here or by calling 902 88 89 02. Spectator day: Mondays.

C/ Floridablanca 135

Filmoteca de Catalunya – Located in the area of Sarria (metro stations: Hospital Clínic L5 or Drassanes L3). Old, traditional and alternative movies are shown in this cinema … from Alfred Hitchcock to Woody Allen. Although it also shows more recent films such as Matrix, Horror movies, etc. Ticket price is only €2,70 and subscriptions are available.

Av. Sarriá 33

Bosc de [...]]]> There are a large number of pubs, bars, club and discos in Barcelona, so it is quite difficult to make a list of the best places as of course it depends on the person. However we have short-listed a few of them for you so we hope you enjoy Barcelona’s night live.

PUBS & BARS:

Bosc de les Fades – Pasaje Banca 5-7 (Ciutat Vella – Las Ramblas next to the Wax Museum) 22:30 – 02:30. Lovely and very original pub for having a drink. The only thing is that it is usually crowded and very touristic.Map

La Oveja Negra (City Center) – Sitges 5 (near Las Ramblas) 19:00 – 03:00. Traditional and rustic bar, international environment it is the most known place for beers or sangria as it is huge and drinks are really cheap . Map

La Oveja Negra (Pueblo Nuevo) – Zamora 78 0:00 – 04:00. Rustic and huge bar. It is the same as the one above but even much bigger. Young and international environment. Map

Miramelindo – Paseo del Born 15 (Born) 23:00 – 02:00. Quiet bar and as it says its name: Lindo, which means beautiful. It is famous for its Caipirinhas and Mojitos. Map

Bar Kentucky – Arc del Teatre 11 (Ciutat Vella – Rabal) 20:00 – 03:00. Old and dirty bar but curious to visit as it is a traditional night pub. Besides it remains open until later than 03:00 when the doors are closed. Map

El Dorado – Plaza Sol 4 (Gracia) 23:00 – 03:00 free entrance, is actually a small discotheque. Map

London Bar – Nou de la Rambla 34 (Ciutat Vella – Rabal) 23:00 – 02:00. Nice environment, music on live. Map

New York – San Quintín (Guinardó) 19:00 – 03:00. Near Hospital San Pablo. Perfect bar for having a beer with some friends any day of the week. Nice environment, friendly staff. Map

Universal – Mariá Cubí 182 bis (Gracia) 23:30 – 05:30. Fashion discotheque, free entrance. Drinks a bit expensive but very nice environment. It is mandatory to dress properly. Map

La Bolsa – Tuset 17 (Gracia near Plaza Francesc Macià) 19:00 – 03:00. Bar where the prices of drinks fluctuate like in the Stock Market. Interesting place for having the first drink because of the price’s game although we must say that there is a minimum price for each drink and that minimum is not too low. Map

Of course, there are several Irish pubs in Barcelona so those of you coming from Ireland can have some craic . Click here for details of the best Irish Pubs in Barcelona.

DISCOS – CLUBS:

Razzmatazz - Almogávares 122 (Pueblo Nuevo) 21:00 – 06:00. Tremendous place it is usually used for holding concerts. However after midnight it becomes the biggest discotheque in the city. Different environments in each room. It is one of the most famous discotheques. For more information regarding concerts or parties visit: Razzmatazz

For gigs in Razzmatazz or some other place click here

Otto Zutz Club – Lincoln 115 next to Via Augusta 01:00 – 06:00. Famous and fashion discotheque. 2 environments: Dance and R & B. Free entrance until 02:00 showing flyers that can be got in Mariá Cubí street (5 minutes walking). Higly recommended.

Baja Beach – Paseo Marítimo de Barceloneta 34 (Puerto Olímpico) 13:00-05:30. Fashion discotheque, shows and erotic performances. It is a typical place for hen parties.

Very popular for hen and stack parties.

Catwalk – Ramon Trias Fargas 2-4 (Puerto Olímpico) 00:30 – 05:30. Fashion discotheque, great environment but very dear.

Shoko – Paseo Marítimo de Barceloneta 36 (Puerto Olímpico) 00:00 – 03:00. Restaurant and night club. Very famous and lovely place, although also quite expensive.

Jamboree – Plaza Real 17 (Las Ramblas) 23:00 – 05:00. Jazz club it is late night a disco where the funky and hip hop gets mixed.

La Paloma – Tigre 27 (Ciutat Vella) 0:00 – 05:00. Mítica discoteca barcelonesa con sesiones de DJ a partir de las 02:30.

Elephant – Passatge dels Til.lers 1 (Les Corts) 23:00 – 05:00. Fashion, smart and expensive.

Discotheque – Av. Marques de Comillas 13-27 (Pueblo Español – Montjuïc) 00:00 – 06:00. Electronic music, international parties. Free entrance until 3:30.

Danzatoria – Av. Tibidabo 61 (Sarriá-Sant Gervasi) 23:00 – 02:30. Night Club hiperfashion. Very famous place where it is not difficult to find local VIPs. Beautiful gardens and sensational view of the city.

Sala Bikini – Deu i Mata 105 (Sarriá – Sant Gervasi) Concerts 21:00, Discotheque 0:00 – 06:00. Nice place with a long tradition in Barcelona. Several environments, it´s the perfect place to enjoy a concert. For further information: Sala Bikini.

Luz de Gas – Muntaner 246 (Sarria – Sant Gervasi) 23:30 – 06:00. Theatre-Discotheque. Amazing place and very fashion. This is one of the best discos in Barcelona, not only for its beautifulness but also for the environment. Performances and concerts complete the offer of this theatre. For further information: Luz de Gas

Sala Apolo – Nou de la Rambla 113 (Paral.lel) Concerts 21:00, Discotheque 0:00 – 05:00. Very famous as it holds concerts almost on a daily basis of new and alternative bands. After midnight it becomes the favourite discotheque of alternative music. For more information: Sala Apolo.

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There are a large number of Salsa Clubs and Salsa studios in Barcelona, and every year Salsa events are organized.

Different styles (International, LA, New York, Puerto Rican, Cuban, …) and of course Rueda [...]]]> Salsa is getting bigger and bigger in Barcelona. It exploded few years ago and since then the level of Salsa has increased dramatically.

There are a large number of Salsa Clubs and Salsa studios in Barcelona, and every year Salsa events are organized.

Different styles (International, LA, New York, Puerto Rican, Cuban, …) and of course Rueda are teached in the different Salsa studios.

Here are some of the best Salsa Clubs and Studios in Barcelona:

Mojito Club – Salsoteca y escuela de salsa (Salsa Buenavista)
C\ Rosellón 217 (Metro Diagonal L3, L5).
Phone: 654 201 006
Salsoteca: Open daily from 23h to 5h.
Escuela de Salsa Buenavista (Salsa Studio)- Open Monday to Saturday from 16 to 23h.
Phone: 93 237 6528

La Clave – Salsa Club
Probably the best Salsa club in Berclona.
C\ Tenor Massini 65 (Metro Pl. Sants L5).
Salsoteca: Open from Wednesday to Sunday from 23 to 3h
Phone: 93 490 349

Antilla – Salsa Club and Salsa Studio.
C\ Aragón 141 (Metro Urgell L1).

Agua de Luna – Salsa Club and Salsa Studio.
C\ Viladomat 211 (Metro Entença L5).
Phone: 93 410 0440

Café de la Habana – Salsa Club and Salsa Studio.
Port de Mataró, Local 4 y 5C, Mataró
Tel. 610 30 50 70
Salsoteca: Open from Wednesday and Thursday from 23 to 2:30h, Saturday and Sunday from 23h to 4:30h and Sunday from 20 to 1h.

Kimbara – Salsa Club and Salsa Studio.
Carretera de Mataró N-II, local 2-20, Badalona
Phone: 658839802

Bailongu – Escuela de Baile y Salsoteca
Passatge d’Utset, 11-13. Barcelona.
Phone: 93 247 1602
Salsongu Salsoteca: Thursday from 23:30 to 3h

Nice place, not crowded and there ir air conditioning. Only problem is that it opens only on Thurday.

Ball Centre – Dance Studio
Salsa and Rueda classes (different levels)
C\ Sants, 82-96, Barcelona.
Phone: 93 296 9017 – Email: info@ballcentre.com

Opened Saturday night, however it is not 100% Salsa.

Luz de Luna – Salsa Club
C\Comerç 21 (Metro L4 Jaume I).
Phone: 93 310 75 42
Salsoteca: Open Tuesday and Wednesday from 22 to 3h, Thursday to Saturday from 22 to 4h and Sunday from 20 to 3h.

So which one is your favourite Salsoteca?

Salsa online: La Kalle 98.3 is probably the best salsa station so if you are looking for a Salsa station with 100% Salsa, you should listen to La Kalle 98.3.

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Here are some tips regarding bars in Barcelona:

A smoking ban was implemented last in Spain, however it is not a ‘strict’ smoking ban as in the majority of the bars, the owner can [...]]]> Barcelona has an extremely large list of Bars so don’t try having a drink in each of them

Here are some tips regarding bars in Barcelona:

A smoking ban was implemented last in Spain, however it is not a ‘strict’ smoking ban as in the majority of the bars, the owner can choose whether smoking is allowed so in fact you will find a very small number of bars and restaurants were the smoking ban is applied.

Most bars close between 2 (Sun – Thu) and 3 am (Fri – Sat) although clubs stay open until 5am.

Also, be aware that Spanish people go out quite late, so don’t expect many people before 11pm, so if you plan going to a club, don’t go before 12 or 1am as there will be a handful of people.

Alcohol is cheaper than some other countries although is getting more and more expensive. However, if you come from Ireland, UK or Scandinavian countries, you will still find it very cheap.

Bottle of beer could be up to €4, although it depends on the bar and the area this is located. Spirits and mixed drinks cost around €6 (although you may pay up to €12). However, be aware that the amount of alcohol served depends on the waiter/waitress as there is no ‘standard’ measure so you can always try asking for an extra shot. Waiters and waitresses are quite generous so even if they don’t give you an extra shot, the amount of alcohol served is usually more than enough.

Most of the clubs and discotheques have a cover charge which could be up to €12 (price often includes a drink). One piece of advice: bouncers may not allow you entrance for whatever reason (the way you dress, place is packed, you are too drunk, …), DO NOT argue, it is pointless and you may get into trouble, so just turn around and go somewhere else.

Estrella Damm, San Miguel and Voll-Damm (7.2º) are the local beers. Among them, Estrella is the most popular one.

If you fancy a pint of Guinness, don’t forget to visit any of the Irish pubs in Barcelona.

Also, check out the list of Bars and Clubs in Barcelona

So, just let us know which is your favourite bar in Barcelona once you come back.