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Terrazza

This open-air summer nightclub operates only from May to September on Montjuïc, featuring international DJs spinning house and electronic music under the stars.

About Terrazza

This open-air summer nightclub operates only from May to September on Montjuïc, featuring international DJs spinning house and electronic music under the stars. The venue is set among gardens with the Poble Espanyol complex as a backdrop, creating a unique party atmosphere.

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Address

Av. de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, s/n, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona, Spain

Neighborhood

Montjuic →

Nearest Metro

Espanya (L1/L3)Paral-lel (L2/L3) + funicular

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Good to know

Tips, answered

Arrive before 1 AM to avoid long queues and high cover charges - early birds often get in for less.

Plan for about 3h 30m. Evening visits offer a different atmosphere with softer light.

Terrazza is in the Montjuic neighborhood of Barcelona. The address is Av. de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, s/n, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona, Spain. The area is well-served by metro.

Evening visits offer a unique atmosphere. The light is softer, crowds thin out, and the experience feels more intimate.

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