Barcelona has some spectacular rooftop terraces where you can enjoy the city from above. Many of them are located on top of hotels, but you don’t need to be a hotel guest to enjoy the views.
From rooftops overlooking the Sagrada Família to 360º panoramic terraces with views of the Mediterranean, the Gothic Quarter or Montjuïc, there are plenty of options for a sunset drink, dinner or simply seeing Barcelona from a different perspective.
As an official Barcelona tour guide, I have selected some of the best rooftop bars in Barcelona, chosen for both their location and the views they offer.
The best rooftop bars in Barcelona at a glance
If you’re looking for a rooftop based on its views, location or atmosphere, here’s a quick comparison of some of the best rooftop bars in Barcelona.
| Rooftop | Best for | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Sercotel Rosellón | Close-up views of the Sagrada Família | Sagrada Família |
| Barceló Raval | 360º panoramic views | Barcelona and Montjuïc |
| 83.3 Terrace Bar | Sunset drinks | Eixample, Montjuïc and Sagrada Família |
| Arenas de Barcelona Viewpoint | Free panoramic viewpoint | Plaça Espanya and Montjuïc |
| Ohla Barcelona | Historic city centre | Ciutat Vella |
| Yurbban Passage | Relaxed atmosphere | Eixample and El Born |
| 1881 per Sagardi | Drinks overlooking the harbour | Port Vell |
| H10 Casa Mimosa | A unique perspective of La Pedrera | La Pedrera |
| Casa Fuster | Modernist setting | Passeig de Gràcia and Tibidabo |
| The Barcelona EDITION | Historic rooftops | El Born and Santa Caterina Market |
| The Rooftop at Sir Victor | Modernist Barcelona from above | La Pedrera and Sagrada Família |
| NOXE – W Barcelona | Sunset and nightlife | Mediterranean and Barceloneta |
Sercotel Rosellón: a rooftop overlooking the Sagrada Família
One of the most spectacular rooftop bars in Barcelona is the Sercotel Rosellón, located just a few steps from the Sagrada Família. From its rooftop, you’ll have a privileged view of Gaudí’s basilica as well as panoramic views across the city.
You can come for brunch, lunch or dinner, or simply enjoy a drink while taking in the views. If you can choose when to visit, sunset is one of the best times to experience the rooftop.
The rooftop is also open to non-hotel guests, but advance booking is required.
Information:
- Address: C/ Rosellón, 390
- Metro: Sagrada Familia (L2, L5)
- Phone: +34 93 6009200
Barceló Raval: 360° views of Barcelona
On the 11th floor of the Barceló Raval, you’ll find one of the best panoramic rooftops in Barcelona. Its main attraction is its 360° view, allowing you to take in almost the entire city, from the historic centre to Montjuïc, the Sagrada Família and the Mediterranean.
You can walk around the rooftop to discover Barcelona from different perspectives or sit down for a drink at the rooftop bar. Sunset is one of the best times to visit, as the changing light transforms the city skyline.
The rooftop is also open to non-hotel guests and no advance booking is required. The swimming pool, however, is exclusively for hotel guests.
Information:
- Address: Rambla del Raval, 17, 21
- Metro: Sant Antoni (L2)
- Phone: +34 933 20 14 90
83.3 Terrace Bar: one of the highest rooftops in the Eixample
Located on the top floor of the Royal Passeig de Gràcia, the 83.3 Terrace Bar is one of the most impressive panoramic rooftops in central Barcelona and the highest in the Eixample.
From here, you can enjoy views of the Sagrada Família, Montjuïc and the Mediterranean, as well as a sweeping panorama of Barcelona’s skyline. Thanks to its location, it’s also a great spot to watch the sunset over Montjuïc.
The rooftop is covered and heated, making it a great option throughout the year. It’s open to everyone, whether you’re staying at the hotel or not, and you can enjoy a cocktail alongside a selection of street food.
Information:
- Address: Passeig de Gràcia, 84
- Metro: Diagonal (L3, L5)
- Phone: +34 937 37 00 10
Arenas de Barcelona Viewpoint: views of Montjuïc and Plaça Espanya
The Arenas de Barcelona Viewpoint, located on the top floor of the former bullring in Plaça Espanya, offers one of the most accessible 360° panoramic views in the city.
From here, you’ll have particularly impressive views of Plaça Espanya, Montjuïc and the Palau Nacional, home to the MNAC, as well as much of the Eixample and Barcelona’s skyline.
Several restaurants and terraces surround the viewpoint, where you can stop for a meal or a drink with a view, although you don’t need to order anything to access the viewpoint.
You can reach the rooftop for free using the escalators or lifts inside the shopping centre. There is also a paid panoramic lift outside that takes you directly to the rooftop.
Information:
- Address: Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 373, 385
- Metro: España (L1, L3, L8)
Ohla Barcelona: a rooftop above the Gothic Quarter
The Ohla Barcelona, located on Via Laietana just a few steps from Barcelona Cathedral, is easily recognisable by the hundreds of ceramic eyes decorating its façade.
On the hotel’s rooftop, you’ll find a terrace with a swimming pool and beautiful views over Barcelona’s historic centre. From here, you can look out across the rooftops of Ciutat Vella and spot some of the most distinctive buildings on the city’s skyline.
It’s a great place to take a break after exploring the Gothic Quarter or to enjoy Barcelona from above at the end of the day.
Information:
- Address: Via laietana 49
- Metro: Urquinaona (L1, L4)
- Phone: +34 933 41 50 50
Yurbban Passage: a rooftop between the Eixample and El Born
Right in the heart of Barcelona, the Yurbban Passage Hotel & Spa hides a spacious rooftop terrace on its top floor, with views over the rooftops of the Eixample and El Born.
The rooftop features a chill-out area and an outdoor pool, creating a peaceful little oasis in the centre of the city. It’s a great place to enjoy the Barcelona skyline with a drink or simply take a break after exploring the historic centre.
Thanks to its location, it’s also a good spot to end the day after visiting El Born, the Gothic Quarter or the Palau de la Música Catalana.
Information:
- Address: C/ de Trafalgar, 26
- Metro: Urquinaona (L1, L4)
- Phone: +34 932 68 07 27
1881 per Sagardi: a rooftop overlooking Port Vell
Located on the top floor of the Museum of the History of Catalonia, inside the Palau de Mar, 1881 per Sagardi is a Mediterranean restaurant with a large rooftop terrace overlooking Barcelona’s harbour.
Its Terrassa de les Indianes is one of its main attractions, offering beautiful views of Port Vell and the Barcelona skyline, especially at sunset.
You can come for lunch or dinner and enjoy its Mediterranean cuisine, including fish, seafood and rice dishes, or simply stop by for a cocktail and an appetiser on the terrace.
Its location between El Born and Barceloneta also makes it a great place to end a day exploring this part of Barcelona.
Information:
- Address: Plaça de Pau Vila 3
- Metro: Barceloneta (L4)
- Phone: +34 932 210 050
H10 Casa Mimosa: a rooftop overlooking La Pedrera
The H10 Casa Mimosa, located on the same block as La Pedrera, has one of Barcelona’s most special rooftops for anyone interested in Gaudí’s architecture.
On the top floor of the hotel, you’ll find El Cel de Gaudí, a rooftop offering privileged views of La Pedrera (Casa Milà) and its famous chimneys from a completely different perspective to the one you see from Passeig de Gràcia.
The rooftop has a bar, sun loungers and a small pool, making it a particularly pleasant place to enjoy a cocktail at sunset. The rooftop bar is open from April to October.
Información:
- Address: C/ de Pau Claris, 179
- Metro: Diagonal (L3, L5)
- Phone: +34 932 14 23 30
Casa Fuster: a Modernist rooftop above Passeig de Gràcia
The Hotel Casa Fuster, designed by Modernist architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, stands at the end of Passeig de Gràcia, right where the Gràcia neighbourhood begins.
At the top of the building, you’ll find its Terraza Mirador, a true balcony over Barcelona offering panoramic views of Passeig de Gràcia, Tibidabo and, in the distance, the Mediterranean.
It’s an especially pleasant rooftop on summer evenings, where you can enjoy a cocktail while taking in the views from one of the most iconic Modernist buildings in this part of the city.
Information:
- Adress: Passeig de Gràcia, 132
- Metro: Diagonal (L3, L5)
- Phone: +34 932 55 30 00
The Barcelona EDITION: a rooftop overlooking El Born
On the 10th floor of The Barcelona EDITION, next to Santa Caterina Market, you’ll find The Roof, an elegant rooftop terrace overlooking Barcelona’s historic centre.
From here, you can enjoy views across the rooftops of El Born and the Gothic Quarter, Santa Maria del Mar, Parc de la Ciutadella and, most notably, the colourful, undulating roof of Santa Caterina Market. In the distance, you can also see the Mediterranean.
Surrounded by greenery, the rooftop has a relaxed atmosphere during the day that becomes livelier as evening approaches. It’s a great place to enjoy a cocktail or Mediterranean-inspired food while taking in the views over Barcelona.
The rooftop is open to both hotel guests and the general public and does not accept reservations: tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Information:
- Address: Av. de Francesc Cambó, 14
- Metro: Jaume I (L4)
- Phone: +34 93 626 33 49
The Rooftop at Sir Victor: views of La Pedrera and the Sagrada Família
The former Hotel Omm is now the Sir Victor Hotel, but its rooftop remains one of the most interesting spots to enjoy Barcelona from above.
Located just off Passeig de Gràcia, The Rooftop offers privileged views of La Pedrera (Casa Milà) and, in the distance, the Sagrada Família. Its location provides a unique perspective over some of the Eixample’s most iconic landmarks.
The rooftop features a bar and restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, making it a great place for a drink, a meal or a cocktail while enjoying the Barcelona skyline.
Information:
- Address: Rosselló 265
- Metro: Diagonal (L3, L5)
NOXE at W Barcelona: Mediterranean views from the 26th floor
On the 26th floor of the iconic W Barcelona, you’ll find NOXE, a Japanese restaurant, cocktail bar and club with spectacular panoramic views. This space was formerly known as Eclipse.
Its location right by the sea offers a completely different perspective of Barcelona, with views over the Mediterranean, Barceloneta Beach and the city skyline.
It’s particularly impressive at sunset, when you can enjoy the views over a cocktail or dinner before the space transforms into a lively nightlife venue with music later in the evening.
Information:
- Address: Moll Oriental en el Hotel W Barcelona
- Metro: Barceloneta (L4)
- Phone: +34 932 95 28 00
