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Despite El Raval’s reputation as one of Barcelona’s shabbiest and most intimidating districts, it undoubtedly boasts some of the trendiest bars in town.
Populated by a diverse mix of immigrants, tattooed skateboarders, and hipsters, the area offers plenty of café terraces and avant-garde hangouts at which to spend a leisurely afternoon of people-watching.
The El Raval parade continues after dark as the nightly pilgrimage of clubbers makes its way from the popular meeting points of Plaça Reial and Las Ramblas, down the Nou de la Rambla, and finally to the alternative club Sala Apolo, often stopping off at various bars en route.
Gritty as it may be, El Raval is still a much-loved neighborhood popular with local youth, Erasmus students, and all who fly in the face of commercial, conservative society.
What to Do in El Raval
18 and over / 20s / Hookah
Party Earth Review Hidden away on a narrow street in El Raval, Soho is an authentic Moroccan-run hookah bar offering a distinct change of pace from the frantic Las Ramblas just a stone’s throw away. The ... more
Carrer de les Ramelleres, 26-28
08001 Barcelona
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20s / 30s / Alternative / Artists
Party Earth Review Inaugurated in 1995, the Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) is a vast white temple to modern art designed by American architect Richard Meier, but it’s the ... more
Plaça dels Àngels
08001 Barcelona
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20s / 30s / Absinthe / Artists / Artsy
Reviewed by Sam S.
"My Take: Absenta offers the neighborhood bar feel that is so hard to find in a big city like Barcelona, but without the creepy old regulars in the co ..." more
Carrer de l'Hospital, 75
08001 Barcelona
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30s / Artists / Artsy / Bar / Bohemian
Party Earth Review With its retro lamps, threadbare sofas, and empty picture frames, Ambar feels a bit like hanging out in a friend’s basement, surrounded by their family’s unwanted stuff. Although the ... more
Carrer de Sant Pau, 77
08001 Barcelona
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20s / 30s / Anything goes / Beer
Reviewed by Sam S.
"My Take: Oddland is an earthy bar with its decor giving off the feel of a night time safari ride. A two-story venue with lounge seating upstairs and t ..." more
Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 52
08001 Barcelona
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30s / Bar / Burgers / Casual / DJ / Hip
Party Earth Review One of Raval’s most authentic pre-club bars, Zentraus is a hip joint that draws a large crowd of music lovers looking for an underground vibe. The black-tiled, somewhat industrial motif ... more
Rambla del Raval, 41
08001 Barcelona
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20s / 30s / Alternative Music
Party Earth Review Literature buffs and aspiring bohemians won’t want to miss London Bar, a legendary venue just off Las Ramblas. Opened in 1910, this famous tavern was once frequented by such illustrious ... more
Carrer Nou de la Rambla, 34
08001 Barcelona
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20s / 30s / Casual / Chill / Cocktails
Reviewed by Sam S.
"My Take: A true tiki bar that was cast in the image of Trader Vic’s famous establishments, Tahiti is a Polynesian cocktail bar that offers authentic a ..." more
Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 39
08001 Barcelona, Spain
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20s and up / Bar / Casual / Couples
Party Earth Review Tucked away in a quiet courtyard in the gardens of El Antic Hospital Santa Creu, El Jardí is undoubtedly one of Barcelona’s best “undiscovered” treasures. In terms of décor, this al ... more
Carrer de l'Hospital, 56
08001 Barcelona
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18 and over / Alternative / Club
Party Earth Review Barcelona’s nightlife is famous for many reasons, but one thing it’s not known for is progressive music venues. Enter Moog, a club right in the center of town whose mission to remedy ... more
Carrer de l'Arc del Teatre, 3
08001 Barcelona
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40s / Ambient Jazz / Artsy / Brunch
Party Earth Review The younger sister to Milk Bar & Bistro, a hip spot in Barrí Gòtic, Marmalade is run by the same people, but her youth cultivates a larger and considerably swankier environment. The ... more
Carrer de la Riera Alta, 4-6
08001 Barcelona
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90s Music / Bar / Casual / Chill
Party Earth Review One of two Manchester bars to enjoy brisk business in Barcelona, Manchester Raval is a hidden cove where cheap booze dominates the drinks list and 90s British indie dominates the music ... more
Carrer de Valldonzella, 40
08001 Barcelona
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More things to do in El Raval:
- → Art
- → Cafés
- → Date Ideas
- → Historic Bars
- → Museums
- → Bars
- → Clubs
- → Good for Groups
- → Lounges
- → Restaurants
- → Brunch
- → Cocktail Bars
- → Happy Hour
Where to Go in El Raval
- * Absenta Bar 20s / 30s / Absinthe / Artists
- * Boadas 30s / 40s / Affluent / After Work
- * Casa Almirall 20s / Artsy / Bohemian
- * El Cangrejo 20s / 30s / 40s / 80s Music
- * Granja de Gavà 30s / 40s / Ambient / Bar
- * L'Ovella Negra 18 and over / Alternative Music
- * Lletraferit 20s / 30s / Ambient / Art Gallery
- * London Bar 20s / 30s / Alternative Music
- * Marmalade 40s / Ambient Jazz / Artsy
- * Moog 18 and over / Alternative / Casual
- * Plaça dels Àngels 20s / 30s / Alternative
- * Rambla del Raval 20s / 30s / Anything goes / Art
- * Rita Blue 30s / 40s / Bar / Burgers
- * Soho 18 and over / 20s / Anything goes
- * Tahiti Cocktail Bar 20s / 30s / Casual / Chill
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