The Spanish are good at partying. Dinner at 10 p.m. and off to the clubs by 1 a.m. or 2 a.m. is a no

The Spanish are good at partying. Dinner at 10 p.m. and off to the clubs by 1 a.m. or 2 a.m. is a normal sequence of events in Barcelona and throughout Spain. While it is said that Madrid has better marcha (a party scene) than Barcelona, trust me, you will not be bored or lack in fiesta options in this city.
El Raval and the Gothic area are more or less separated by Las Ramblas. These areas can be seedy, but also have a lot going on from 10 p.m. onwards. I like El Raval's Jazz Si for live music almost any night of the week. Here you can catch flamenco, jazz, rock and more. After a show, bar-hop along Carrer Joaquín Costa.
Over on the Gothic Quarter side, try Cafe Royale for live music (schedule here ) or Harlem Jazz Club . Find many laid-back bars lurking down alleyways and cobblestone streets. Try side-streets off Plaça Reial, and the streets that branch off of the post office, such as Carrer Ample, Carrer de la Mercè and Carrer d'En Gignas.
Staying here will put you within walking distance of the many popular night clubs that span the boardwalk, officially named Pssg Marítim de la Barceloneta. Most of the nicer clubs are located right in front of Hotel Arts and the enormous, glittering, Frank Gehry fish. You'll find less appealing clubs around the adjacent port.
About the author: Regina W.Bryan is a Barcelona-based freelance writer and photographer. When not eating tapas and exploring Europe, she is tending her balcony veggie garden and practicing Catalan. For more of her thoughts on Spain, check: payless car rentals www.regwb.com and www.thespainscoop.com payless car rentals .
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