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Barcelona’s oldest district is by no means its dullest, and thanks to its winding medieval streets and star attractions like La Seu Cathedral and Plaça del Rei, residents and visitors of all ages and nationalities keep Barri Gòtic buzzing both day and night.
Rife with pubs, bars, and restaurants, the neighborhood offers plenty of options from cozy local haunts to Irish pubs designed with travelers in mind. The epicenter of the neighborhood is the handsome Plaça Reial, whose plethora of nightspots draws a continuous crowd.
Perhaps the only drawback to Barri Gòtic is the fact that its popularity does attract some shady street hawkers after dark, especially around Escudellers Street – but as long as visitors stick to the bustling bars and clubs, the neighborhood promises a good time.
20s / 30s / Beer / Budget-friendly
Reviewed by Sam S.
"My Take: This edgy but trendy bar has a great location towards the back of the Gothic district. Bartenders take center-stage pumping out mojitos and ..." more
Carrer del Correu Vell, 10
08002 Barcelona
30s / 40s / Affluent / Ambient / Wine
Reviewed by Ernst B.
"Ginger in Barri Gotic is a lovely little wine bar with an equally impressive selection of cocktails. Ginger is located very close to Placa de Sant Jau ..." more
Carrer de la Palma de Sant Just,1
08002 Barcelona
20s / 30s / Alternative / Bands / Rock
Reviewed by Nicholas M.
"Bollocks in Ample has been a semi-regular haunt of mine since its opening, and is one of the most open of Barcelona's rock bars, where local rockers, ..." more
Ample 46
08002 Barcelona
Breakfast / Brunch / Casual / Lunch
Reviewed by Sam S.
" My Take: Oviso is a restaurant and bar located in the heart of Barrí Gótic. A combination of Spanish cuisine, delicious burgers, free flowing beer, a ..." more
Carrer d'Arai, 5
08002 Barcelona
20s / 30s / Casual / Cocktail Bar
Party Earth Review Tucked away on a side street in the Barri Gòtic area is a little red gem called Sugar. It’s all about the cocktails at this sweet bar, and the list of specialties written in chalk on ... more
Calle de Raurich, 21
08002 Barcelona
18 and over / Bar / Boisterous
Party Earth Review An animated and rowdy bar, Chupitos (Shots) specializes in creative, over-the-top shots with equally dramatic bar service. Most of the chupitos come with special performances by the ... more
Passeig de Colón, 8
08002 Barcelona
Ambient Jazz / Artsy / Bar / Bistro
Party Earth Review Combining Irish hospitality and a little Spanish charm, Milk Bar & Bistro is an elegant spot with vintage décor, festive cocktails, and a hearty menu sure to please anyone tired of ... more
Gignas 21
08002 Barcelona
30s / 40s / After Work / Chill
Reviewed by Sam S.
"My Take: Antique and silhouetted fairy lighting illuminates this homage to Peter Pan. The life-sized pirate figurines, old maps, and model ships make ..." more
Carrer Ample, 35
08002 Barcelona
Anything goes / Casual / Couples
Reviewed by Sam S.
"My Take: Plaça Sant Jaume is one of the most visited plazas in Barcelona as it as serves home to the city hall and many government buildings. As a re ..." more
Plaça St Jaume
08002 Barcelona
40s / Affluent / After Work / Gay
Reviewed by Sara G.
"Smoll Bar is one of the nicest and most interesting little bars in Ciutat Vella. Upon arrival each patron gets a welcoming shooter for free: a wedge o ..." more
Carrer Comtessa de Sobradiel, 9
08002 Barcelona
20s / 30s / 40s / Anything goes
Reviewed by Chang B.
"The atmosphere in the restaurant is very cozy! As a vietnamese girl I must admit the food is really yummy. It makes me feel like I was somewhere in th ..." more
Carrer dels Sagristans, 3
08002 Barcelona
20s / 30s / Bar Food / Beer / Brunch
Reviewed by Sam S.
"My Take: Let’s be honest, you aren’t in Barcelona to go to Irish pubs. You’re here to eat tapas, drink sangria, and hit the beach. But sometimes when ..." more
Plaza Joaquim Xirau
08002 Barcelona