BARCELONA

WHERE TO STAY

Barcelona is a very special city. The people of this city love a few things: art, food and family. I visited Barcelona with my sister when she was studying abroad. Her friends and I stayed at Hotel Arts Barcelona in a large suite with panoramic views of the city. This hotel is aimed toward a younger crowd which made our stay much more enjoyable. Located within walking distance to the city’s center filled with bars, restaurants and clubs, you cannot find a better hotel to fit all your needs for a trip to Barcelona.

Hotel Arts Barcelona

c/ de la Marina, 19

+34 932 211 000

www.hotelartsbarcelona.com

WHERE TO EAT

The best part about Barcelona is the amazing nightlife. This city is known for partying until the sun rises. Therefore, dinner in Barcelona is usually late and one of my favorite restaurants for late night food is Flash Flash. The kitchen doesn’t close until 1 am and is perfect for an enjoyable dinner before hitting all the bars. I would suggest ordering the tortillas varias con salsa or the platos de carne. It’s the perfect meal before a night of heavy drinking and dancing.

Flash Flash

c/ La Granada del Penedes, 25

+34 932 370 990

www.flashflashtortilleria.com

WHERE TO DRINK

Source: nytimes.com

This bar has been open since 1820 and has seen many famous people through its lifetime. Picasso, Gaudi, Hemingway and Dali all frequented Bar Marsella for its’ alternative atmosphere and cocktails. For an authentic experience at Bar Marsella, you should order absinthe and enjoy the “green fairy”.

Bar Marsella

c/ Sant Pau, 65

+34 934 427 2639

For a more low-key night out, minus the “green fairy”, go to Mamaine in the Born area, which is filled with bars. Locals argue that Mamaine has the best mojitos in all of Barcelona. If mojitos aren’t your poison, I would suggest ordering wine from their extensive wine list or a margarita.

Mamaine

c/ Rec 59

+34 934 427 2639