SALTS

Av. Miramar 31 (Montjuic)

Metro:  Parallel or Funicular de Montjuic

open every day 11:00-22:00

Technically not a rooftop, still one of the bests views in town.

Salts sits next to what is probablly the most cinematic swimming pool in Spain.

The Olympic pool was built for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. You might also recognize it from music videos by Dua Lipa (Ilusion) and even Kylie Minogue has filmed here.

The bar itself is a real hidden gem. Very simple, no fancy stuff, but the view is absolutely fantastic. You can sit on the stadium steps or at the small tables on the terrace. The pool is not for swimming, but for enjoying one of the best views in the city.

You will find a nice mixture of locals and tourists of all ages, who come here for beers, vermuts and small snacks like patatas bravas or ensaladilla.

Simple, relaxed and great fun, especially on weekends, all day long.

Poblenou has a new, versatile skyscraper that hosts a hotel, student living and coworking space all in one -  and a rooftop bar that is truly a hidden gem.

This urban oasis is open to all, offering breathtaking views that stretch far beyond the city’s more traditional tourist spots: Beside the coastline and the beach area you get a glimpse of neighborhoods like Sant Martí and Badalona - areas that feel more like the real Barcelona, away from the tourist crowds. And yet, you can still see Tibidabo and other familiar sights in the distance, reminding you that you’re still very much in the city.

The crowd at this rooftop bar is mostly coworkers and hotel guests, drawn by tthe promise of a great photo oportunity. The drinks are not cheap, but reasonably priced compared to other rooftops in the city - a beer will set you back around 4€. The offer some snacks and changing culinary pop-ups.

There’s also a shallow pool on the terrace, perfect for dipping your feet in after a long day of exploring the city. It’s more of a feature than a real swimming pool, but it adds to the overall stylish atmosphere.

The rooftop bar opens at 17:00 and closes at midnight, though be aware that it sometimes hosts private events, which means it might be closed to the public.

If you want to combine the rooftop with a bit of productivity at the coworking area, and the bigger swimming pool at the 3rd floor you can purchase a day pass for 19€ or just request a free trial day ;)

Also, THE SOCIAL HUB also offers a lot of activities and classes, where not only members can sign up for. I defineatly recommend to check out their event schedule.

1881 PER SAGARDI

Placa de Pau Vila, 3 (Barceloneta)

Metro:  Barceloneta

The rooftop of the Museu d'Història de Catalunya is open to the public. Officially called Terrassa de les Indianes sits right at the edge of Barceloneta.

Overlooking the old port, Montjuïc, Tibidabo and the W Hotel the terrace itself is sleek and minimal. The restaurant and the terrace are both part of the same space on the 4th floor of the museum: 1881 Per Sagardi is the indoor mediterranean restaurant, but you can also order snacks and food outside.

The cocktail menu is creative and in the evenings there's usually a DJ setting the mood. It faces south and gets loads of sun, which is also great for a sunny winter afternoon as well.