Barcelona is one of the best cities for rooftop bars offering a unique perspective of the city’s charm. With stunning views of iconic landmarks like the Sagrada Familia, these rooftop bars are a staple in the exceptional Spanish city. They are also some of the first I visited 20 years ago and I have been back seven times and seen the city rooftop scene evolve into one of the best cities for rooftop bars.
La Dolce Vitae
Location: On top of the Majestic Hotel & Spa which is on Paseo de Garcia – very central in the city. (map)
View: The whole of Barcelona! The La Sagrada Familia and Montjuic are the highlights.
Vibe: Quiet – was Easter and lunchtime though.
Prosecco price: 🍾🍾 (it’s Spain so it’s Cava)
Food available? Yes
Booking available? No
Visited / Photos taken: 2018
Warm/dry weather only? No there was a small area covered.
Rooftop review roundup: Despite the Easter weekend’s less-than-ideal weather, with a chill in the air and gusty winds, this rooftop spot provided the perfect refuge. open all year round it offered shelter without compromising on the spectacular views. The service was impeccable, accompanied by the soothing melodies of jazz music. A diverse mix of visitors creating a relaxed atmosphere ideal for drinks. Undoubtedly, the unique selling point of this venue lies in its panoramic views, sweeping majestically over the city of Barcelona.
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Skyline 24
Location: Meliá Sky Hotel – a little further out of the city (map)
View: Barcelona and the sea!
Vibe: Quiet
Prosecco price: 🍾🍾
Food available? Yes
Booking available? Yes – contact the hotel
Visited / photos taken: 2018
Warm/dry weather only? No, it has retractable roof
Rooftop review roundup: As I was staying here, indulging in breakfast with such a breathtaking view was indeed rooftop goals. A relaxed lounge vibe, perfect for guests staying to unwind. It does cater more to hotel guests for that reason however if you are looking for a pit stop if wandering the neighbourhood then I would highly recommend stopping for a drink and these views.
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The Top
Location: At the Gallery Hotel – at Paseco de Garcia, a few minutes from La Pedrera (map)
View: General Barcelona
Vibe: Fun, quieter in the day.
Prosecco price: 🍾 (cava as it’s Spain!)
Food available? Yes – light bites
Booking available? Yes
Visited / photos taken: 2018
Warm/dry weather only? Yes and no… there are sheltered areas but definitely a summer destination.
Rooftop review roundup: A seasonal rooftop bar that I have been to at night for drinks on several trips but discovered on the last trip it was much quieter in the day. This is your go to after work drinks vibe, weekends filled with sunshine and sangria.
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As I mentioned I have been to Barcelona many times but before I started documenting rooftop bars (obviously means I need to go back for an 8th trip!). As such I wanted to give special mention to Terat Rooftop Bar at the Mandarin oriental. Which I have been many times, this is elegant rooftop with a vast space designed as garden. treat, expensive but a treat. The other I would recommend would be the Alaire rooftop bar. (opposite Majestic) 8th floor of the Hotel Condes overlooking La Pedrera and the Sagrada Familia rooftop bar and was one of the few that was still open out of season.