Valencia - Bars & Nightlife
Spanish cities are often described as party destinations in foreign travel guides. But Valencia is considered to have the best nightlife of all, even among the Spaniards themselves. This is partly because of the large – 100,000 strong – student population. The locals go out late, usually not until 23.00, and most bars stay open until 03.00 or even later. The city’s main party street is Calle Caballeros in the Barrio Carmen neighbourhood. Come here for a mix of tascas (see ”Restaurants”), bars, and clubs. Simply ask around to find out which night-clubs are in vogue at the moment. These are some of the area’s best bars:
Carmen Sui Generis
Luxurious bar with a hard to define mix of poetry evenings, theatre performances, and DJs spinning funk and 1980s disco. Fortunately not all of it simultaneously. The 12th-century city wall can be seen in some places.
Johnny Maracas
Latino culture reigns supreme at Johnny’s. Order a mojito or an agua de Valencia (cava, orange juice and vodka) and try to move your body smoothly to the rhythm of the beat.
Fox Congo
The bar is made out of onyx, and is supposedly the most expensive in the world.
Café del Negrito
A laid-back bar that attracts intellectuals, the cultured and the fashion-conscious. Good for people-watching.
La Lola
This is a traditional, yet hip place adapted to these new times. Thursday, Friday and Sunday you dine while watching a live flamenco performance.
