Gay trip to Barcelona: Top 5 trendiest bars and clubs
25 July 2024Gay tourism has flourished in Barcelona in recent years. Indeed, the city advocates the LGBT movement and has become a real gathering place for this growing population. The majority of gay dance clubs, bars and nightclubs are located in the Eixample district, an area nicknamed “Gayxample” by the gay community. The nightlife there is diverse. If you are planning to travel to Barcelona soon, here are the top 5 gay bars and clubs in the city.
The Plata Bar
Plata Bar is a low-key bar with classic New York style. It’s a gay meeting point that offers you a beautiful view from the outside, but also from the inside. Its large glass windows allow you to both watch people, but also to be seen.
On the menu are tasty tapas, but above all craft cocktails to refresh you all evening. In this establishment, the more the evening progresses, the more rhythmic the music becomes. Plata Bar is the place to absolutely visit if you are in the area.
Axel Hotel Sky Bar
For nocturnal adventurers, the Axel Hotel Sky Bar is the address for warm summer evenings. Once night falls, cocktails, shots, vodka and many other drinks will raise the temperature and the sound of the music. In addition, the Axel Hotel opens its rooftop to gays at night. It’s the only rooftop with a total gay-friendly atmosphere in the entire city. You can get to know each other by the pool or jacuzzi.
Punto BCN
Punto BCN is an essential address of the Arena group. Entrance is free if you are looking for a good deal in Barcelona for an LGBT evening. You can come there in the afternoon to have a drink and chat with new people. The brand also has a table football and billiards area for game lovers. If you go there in the evening, take the opportunity to dance until the music turns off. With all the space dedicated to the disco, you won’t risk getting choked. It’s the ideal place to end your evenings with friends or lovers. The prices there are very affordable.
El Crangejo
On Friday and Saturday evenings, El Crangejo presents a drag queen show where transvestite artists show you their performance. Singing, dancing and anecdotes will entertain you throughout the evening. This music bar is located in the Raval district and welcomes a very varied audience. You will not risk being bored.
Atame
This Barcelona gay bar offers you a super relaxed atmosphere. You can do karaoke, dance, drink and laugh at their show. On Thursday evenings, take advantage of Happy Hour and get discounts from 11 p.m. The afternoons are rather calm there. On the other hand, at night, the party is in full swing with varied country music. For an unforgettable experience, be there for the Sunday drag queen show.
For more discoveries, consult a gay guide during your trip and visit all the “must” places in Barcelona.