The back story 1
In-depth stories behind the list.
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The back story
Rooftops and the waterfront: the back story
Cocktails above Passeig de Gràcia at sunset, then the long walk by the sea from Barceloneta to the Port Fòrum.
8 of the best · Barcelona, Spain
Bars, Rooftops and Beach Clubs in Barcelona
Speakeasies in El Born, classic cocktail bars in the Eixample, hotel rooftops above Passeig de Gràcia and a beach club by the Port Fòrum.
Our 8 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Barcelona.
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Through the fridge door
Paradiso
A cocktail bar hidden behind a pastrami shop in El Born.
Rera Palau 4, 08003 BarcelonaExplore View on map
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Over Passeig de Gràcia
La Dolce Vitae, Majestic
The Majestic’s rooftop, with the city laid out around it.
Passeig de Gràcia 68–70, 08007 BarcelonaExplore View on map
The full list: Bars, A–Z
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Cocktail bars 4
From classic to speakeasy.
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Through the fridge door
Paradiso
A cocktail bar hidden behind a pastrami shop in El Born.
Rera Palau 4, 08003 BarcelonaExplore View on map
Rooftops 2
Drinks with a view.
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Over Passeig de Gràcia
La Dolce Vitae, Majestic
The Majestic’s rooftop, with the city laid out around it.
Passeig de Gràcia 68–70, 08007 BarcelonaExplore View on map
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Mediterranean and cocktails
Terrat, Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental’s open-air rooftop for cocktails and Mediterranean plates.
Passeig de Gràcia 38–40, 08007 BarcelonaExplore View on map
By the sea 1
Beach clubs.
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By the Port Fòrum
SeaSea Club
A beach club at the marina of the Port Fòrum, at the far end of the seafront.
Port Esportiu 14, Port Fòrum, BarcelonaExplore View on map
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