Abundant sunshine, enchanting architecture and fun loving locals make for some excellent rooftop terraces in Barcelona. Along with spectacular views these terraces often feature live music, dining and events.

In this post we’ll break down the top terraces in the city, from the heights of Tibidabo down to the Barceloneta seafront.

Skybar at Grand Hotel Central

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The pool at Grand Hotel Central overlooking the El Born neighbourhood, in the distance you can see the 14th century Catalan Gothic church, Santa Maria del Mar.

Barceló Raval

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The 360º terrace of the Barceló Raval hotel offers magnificent panoramic views of Barcelona.

Hotel Miramar

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Hotel Miramar Barcelona, housed in a carefully restored palace dating from the 1920’s, overlooks the city and Mediterranean Sea from the gardens of Montjuic hill.

Azimuth Terrace at Hotel Almanac

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The Azimuth rooftop terrace at Almanac Barcelona in Eixample offers panoramic views of the city in a modern luxury setting.

Sky Bar at Iberostar Paseo de Gracia

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Newly opened in 2018, the terrace of Iberostar Paseo de Gracia is wonderfully spacious and has jaw dropping views over Plaça de Catalunya.

Hotel Arts

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Arola, the restaurant of the Hotel Arts Barcelona features a terrace with views over the sea, DJ sessions every night and summer and live concerts every Thursday. The pool at Hotel Arts overlooks architect Frank Gehry‘s Peix d’Or (golden fish).

Blue Spot

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Blue Spot in Barceloneta, the latest restaurant from En Compañía de Lobos, has breathtaking views over Port Vell, Playa de Sant Sebastià and the Mediterranean Sea.

The Barcelona EDITION

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The Barcelona EDITION is situated right next to Santa Caterina Market in the heart of the city. The stylish hotel is part of a global chain designed by Ian Schrager, co-founder of the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54.

Alaire at Hotel Condes de Barcelona

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The 4-Star Hotel Condes de Barcelona is located on the Paseo de Gracia, in the heart of modernist Barcelona, opposite the famous Gaudi building, La Pedrera. On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday nights in the summer at the Alaire terrace features DJ sessions, caricatures, bolero, bossa nova and jazz.

Ayre Hotel Rosellon

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Situated just 200 metres from Barcelona’s famous La Sagrada Família, 4 Star Ayre Hotel Rosellon offers spectacular views from it’s rooftop terrace.

La Terraza de Duquesa De Cardona Hotel

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19th-century Duquesa de Cardona Hotel is located in front of the port, a few minutes walk to Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter. The terrace offers fantastic views of the Port of Barcelona, the Mapfre Towers, Barceloneta, Port Vell, Maremagnum and World Trade Center.

La Dolce Vitae at Majestic Hotel

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Just 100 meters from Gaudí’s Casa Batlló on Passeig de Gràcia, 5-Star Majestic Hotel Barcelona is housed in a luxurious neoclassical building . The terrace offers amazing views down Passeig de Gràcia and also looks eastward at La Sagrada Familia.

Gran Hotel La Florida

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The classic 5-star Gran Hotel La Florida dates back to 1925 and has a glamorous history of guests including Ernest Hemingway and Jimmy Stewart. With a unique location atop Tibidabo mountain the hotel grants one of the very best views of Barcelona.

Blue View at Casa Fuster Hotel

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Casa Fuster hotel was originally built in 1908 by Spanish Catalan architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. The ‘Terraza Blue’ features a pool and views down Passeig de Gràcia. (See also: Gràcia Guide)

La Isabela at Hotel 1898

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Formerly the palace of the Marquess of Comillas and later the headquarters of the Philippines Tobacco Company, Hotel 1898 boasts a large and fabulous roof terrace offering views in all directions.

H10 Casa Mimosa

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The H10 Casa Mimosa in Eixample overlooks the rooftop of Gaudí’s Casa Mila and its ornate chimneys.

Pool deck at Gates Diagonal

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The Hotel Gates Diagonal terrace is unique in the city of Barcelona for its 360º panoramic view, where you can take in Montjuic, Tibidabo, the Port and Diagonal.

Sir Victor Hotel

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The stylish terrace of Sir Victor Hotel is situated at the top of Passeig de Gràcia and offers views of several architectural landmarks including Casa Milà and La Sagrada Família.

Terraza Chill-Out at OhLa

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The terrace at Hotel OhLa feaures a see through glass swimming pool and views of the Barcelona Cathedral.

Mercer Barcelona

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The stylish 28 room Mercer Hotel Barcelona is located within a unique heritage building with Roman features dating back to the 1st century AD. The roof terrace features a plunge pool and views over the historic Gothic Quarter.

Arenas de Barcelona

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Arenas de Barcelona is a former bull ring converted to a shopping center. The roof terrace includes a variety of restaurants and overlooks Plaça d’Espanya and the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC).

WET® DECK at W Barcelona

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The WET Deck at the W Hotel Barcelona features an infinity pool, breathtaking views of the beachfront and is famous for it’s Sunday evening parties during the summer.

Restaurante 1881 per Sagardi

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The terrace of Restaurante 1881 per Sagardi is one of the better kept secrets of the city. To reach the restaurant you must enter via the Museu d’Història de Catalunya and go to the top floor.

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona

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The terrace of the Art Deco building that houses the Mandarin Oriental Barcelona offers excellent views of Passeig de Gràcia.

Atik Terrace at H10 Cubik

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Atik, the eighth-floor terrace of H10 Cubik has a plunge pool and majestic views over the Gothic Quarter.

Andante Hotel

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The 11th floor roof terrace of Andante Hotel has sweeping views over El Raval and the Gothic Quarter and guests can take in the iconic architecture of the Sagrada Família, Barcelona Cathedral and even Torre Agbar in the distance.

El Terrat del Hotel DO Plaça Reial

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Set on Plaça Reial in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, 5-Star Hotel DO Plaça Reial is a stylish gastronomic boutique hotel. The rooftop terrace, ‘El Terrat’ features a pool and views over the lively Plaça Reial.

Marea Baja

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Marea Baja (low tide) offers oysters, cocktails and sangria with excellent 360 degree views of the city.

173 Rooftop Terrace at Crowne Plaza Barcelona

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Situated close to Barcelona’s Magic Fountain in the Sants-Montjuïc neighborhood, the 173 Rooftop Terrace at Crowne Plaza Barcelona features unique vistas, an outdoor pool, comfortable sun loungers and a dining area specializing in Mediterranean cuisine.