Speakeasy Bar Tour & VIP Nightclub

Barcelona’s nightlife takes a clever turn on this four-hour outing. You begin at an Irish pub, slip through a vending machine entrance into Supermercat, visit an Argentinian-style cocktail bar, and finish inside Monk, a nightclub hidden behind a convenience-store front. It is part bar crawl, part social night, and part scavenger hunt.

I like the built-in social side, especially the icebreaker games and drinking challenges at Flaherty’s. I also like the route through Barcelona’s old center, since you get help moving between venues instead of spending the evening guessing which door is the right one. The main thing to check is the drink arrangement: three drinks are advertised, but the wording differs by stop, and one poor experience reported receiving only three shots and nothing at the final club.

• A vending machine hides Supermercat: The second stop gives the evening its most playful secret-bar moment.
• Three drinks are included: The package describes drinks at the first two stops and a shot at Porteno, though the exact delivery should be confirmed with your guide.
• Games break the ice: Flaherty’s is designed to help solo visitors and small groups meet quickly.
• The route stays in Ciutat Vella: Start near Plaça de Joaquim Xirau and finish at Monk on Carrer dels Abaixadors.
• The group is capped at 20: That is large enough for social energy without becoming an enormous pub crawl.
• English is the tour language: Guides including Adam, Tereza, and Vinny have been praised for keeping conversation and the evening moving.

A four-hour introduction to Barcelona after dark

This tour is made for you if you want help getting started in Barcelona’s Old Town nightlife. You meet at 7:00 p.m. at Plaça de Joaquim Xirau, then spend about an hour at each of four venues before ending at Monk Barcelona.

The format is simple. You do not spend the night studying menus, searching for a club entrance, or deciding where to go next. Your guide keeps the group together, explains the stops, and helps the evening move along. That convenience is the central value here.

You should also know what this is not. It is not a quiet cocktail tasting, a food tour, or a detailed walking tour of Barcelona. The focus is social drinking, music, party games, and access to venues with a secret-bar theme. If you want a late night with plenty of conversation and a chance to meet new people, the plan makes sense. If you prefer slow drinks and long stays at one bar, the one-hour stops may feel rushed.

Flaherty’s Irish Pub gets the group talking

The first hour takes place at Flaherty’s Irish Bar. This is the practical start to the evening, since an Irish pub is an easy setting for a group of strangers to loosen up.

You receive the first included drink here, along with icebreaker games and drinking challenges. That matters more than it might sound. A bar crawl can be awkward when everyone arrives in separate pairs and waits for someone else to begin a conversation. Here, the activity is built around getting people involved early.

I would arrive ready to talk. The best part of this stop is not the pub itself, but the way it helps you meet the people who will share the rest of the night. The group can include solo visitors, couples, and friends, so the games give you a quick way to find your social rhythm.

The one-hour limit keeps the evening moving, but it also means you should not expect a long, relaxed pub visit. Your first drink is included, while additional drinks are not specifically listed as part of the price. Keep your own spending in mind from the start.

Supermercat turns a vending machine into a doorway

The second stop is Supermercat in the Gothic Quarter. Its entrance is the evening’s most memorable trick: you pass through a vending machine to reach the bar.

That small detail gives the tour a clear sense of discovery without asking you to solve anything on your own. Your guide takes you to the entrance, and once inside, you have the second included drink, a live DJ, and a more dance-focused setting.

Supermercat has locations in different parts of the world, so it is not an entirely one-off Barcelona secret. Still, the concealed entrance creates the kind of story you will remember and makes a useful change from the open pub at the first stop.

This is also where the night shifts from introductions to partying. You may find it harder to have a long conversation once the music picks up. For many people, that is exactly the point. For others, it may be the first sign that the tour is moving toward a club night rather than a bar-hopping evening.

Porteno brings an Argentinian cocktail-bar mood

After Supermercat, the group heads to Porteno Cocktail Bar. The description presents it as an Argentinian-inspired bar with an elegant, polished atmosphere. It is a useful contrast to both the Irish pub and the DJ setting.

The included serving here is described as a free shot. That distinction matters when you compare the advertised value. The tour highlights three free drinks, but the stop-by-stop details describe a first drink at Flaherty’s, a second drink at Supermercat, and a shot at Porteno. You should not assume that all three are full cocktails.

Porteno is likely to appeal to you if you enjoy a more stylish setting before the final club. It also gives the night a brief change of pace. The tour does not promise a cocktail-making lesson or a formal tasting, so think of this as a one-hour bar stop rather than a specialist drinks experience.

A practical tip: ask your guide early how the included drinks will be issued. One reported poor experience described receiving one shot at three locations and no drink at the fourth. That may not reflect the usual night, but the difference between a full drink and a small shot changes the value of a $47.18 ticket.

Monk finishes the night behind a convenience-store front

The final stop is Monk Barcelona, at Carrer dels Abaixadors, 10. The venue is described as a speakeasy nightclub hidden inside a convenience store. Outside, there may be a line, while inside, the group enters with a VIP-style feel.

This is the biggest reason to book the tour instead of simply visiting bars on your own. The package gives the night a planned finish at a venue presented as difficult to spot from the street. You also avoid ending at a random club chosen at the last minute.

The tour finishes inside Monk, and the party can continue late. That makes the stated four-hour duration a minimum guide rather than a promise that everyone leaves after exactly four hours. Your organized portion begins at 7:00 p.m., but the final club may keep the night going.

The supplied information does not clearly list a fourth included drink at Monk. That is worth checking before you order. One account specifically complained that no drink was provided at the final venue, while the general tour details promise three included drinks. Ask the guide what is covered and what you will pay separately.

What the $47.18 price really covers

At $47.18 per person, the price is fair if you use the structure and access. You are paying for a guide, four venues, group activities, three advertised included drinks, and a planned nightclub finish. You are also paying for the time saved by not researching entrances, comparing clubs, or navigating the Old Town after dark.

The value drops if you mainly want cheap alcohol. Three small servings would not justify the price on their own, especially if one is a shot. The ticket makes more sense as a social night with venue access and guidance.

Your own bar spending is also important. The package does not say that all drinks after the included servings are covered. Bring enough money for extras, but do not count on the listed drinks being full-size cocktails unless the guide confirms that.

The price can be easier to justify for a first night in Barcelona, particularly if you are traveling alone or want a ready-made group. It is less compelling for a confident nightlife regular who already knows the Gothic Quarter and prefers to choose each bar independently.

Guides, group size, and the social side

The maximum group size is 20 people. That is not intimate, but it is small enough for games and group movement to work. The social quality will depend on the mix of people on your date, yet the format gives you several chances to talk before the night gets loud.

Guide names connected with especially positive experiences include Adam, Tereza, and Vinny. Adam has been praised for keeping drinks and conversation moving, explaining the bars, and bringing an easygoing attitude. Tereza and Vinny were noted for showing the group unusual places and helping everyone get to know one another.

Those details point to the guide’s real job. You are not hiring a historian for Barcelona. You are looking for someone who can manage timing, keep a group together, explain the venues, and make introductions without forcing the mood.

The tour is offered in English. You should be comfortable following instructions and chatting in English, since the social parts are a major piece of the experience.

Timing, meeting point, and getting home

The start time is 7:00 p.m. at Plaça de Joaquim Xirau in Ciutat Vella. Arrive with enough time to find the meeting point. The tour ends at Monk Barcelona, not back at the starting location.

That one-way arrangement works well for a nightlife route, since you finish at the place where you may want to continue. It also means you should think about how you will return to your accommodation. The guide can help with transport if needed, but the cost and method are not specified.

The stops are all in Barcelona’s central old city, so the route is designed as a walking night between venues. Wear shoes you can manage for several hours. The information does not give exact walking times, so do not plan another fixed booking immediately afterward.

You receive confirmation at booking, and the ticket is mobile. The activity is for people aged 18 and over because alcohol and clubs are involved. Most people can take part, but the information does not promise that every venue or route suits every mobility need, so ask before booking if that matters to you.

The drink promise deserves a careful look

This is the one part I would clarify before paying. The main highlights say three free drinks are included. The detailed stops describe:

• One free drink at Flaherty’s
• One free drink at Supermercat
• One free shot at Porteno
• No clearly stated included drink at Monk

That can still add up to three included servings, but the wording leaves room for disappointment if you expect three cocktails. A negative account described receiving only shots at three locations and no drink at the fourth. At the same time, the overall rating is listed as 4.9 out of 5 from 155 ratings, with 99 percent of people recommending the experience.

My advice is straightforward: ask at the beginning exactly what the three inclusions are, where they are served, and whether each is a full drink or a shot. Keep your receipt and contact the provider, Ultimate Crawl, if the promised inclusions are not delivered. This small check protects the value of the booking without taking away from the fun.

Who will enjoy this night most

I would recommend this for solo visitors, first-time Barcelona nightlife explorers, and small groups that want a lively evening without making all the decisions themselves. The games, guide support, and four-stop plan make it easy to meet people quickly.

It can also work well for friends who want a themed night with a surprise entrance and a club finish. You get enough variety to avoid sitting in the same room all evening, and Monk gives the night a clear final destination.

I would think twice if you dislike drinking games, loud music, or changing venues every hour. The tour is also not ideal if you want a refined cocktail experience, since only one stop is presented as an elegant cocktail bar and the included drink details are limited.

The advertised recommendation level and 4.9 rating suggest a strong overall experience, but the price depends on the guide, the group, and the way the drink inclusions are handled on your date.

Should you book the Speakeasy Bar Tour?

Book it if you want a social, guided introduction to Barcelona’s Old Town nightlife, especially if the vending-machine entrance at Supermercat and the hidden-club finish at Monk appeal to you. The best parts are the easy introductions, the variety of venues, and guides such as Adam, Tereza, and Vinny who keep the group moving.

Skip it if you only want maximum drink value or a quiet evening. Before you commit, confirm the three included servings and ask whether they are drinks or shots. If that point is clear, the $47.18 price can be reasonable for a four-hour night that removes much of the guesswork.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 7:00 p.m. start time. The activity may also be changed or refunded if poor weather or a lack of minimum bookings forces cancellation.

FAQ

How long does the Speakeasy Bar Tour and VIP Nightclub experience last?

The organized tour lasts approximately four hours, with about one hour at each of the four listed venues.

What time and where does the tour start?

It starts at 7:00 p.m. at Plaça de Joaquim Xirau, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain.

Where does the tour finish?

The tour finishes at Monk Barcelona, Carrer dels Abaixadors, 10, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain.

How many drinks are included?

Three free drinks are advertised. The detailed plan describes a drink at Flaherty’s, a drink at Supermercat, and a free shot at Porteno. No included drink is clearly listed for Monk, so confirm the details with your guide.

Is the tour conducted in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English.

Can anyone join the tour?

Participants must be at least 18 because the experience includes alcohol and nightclub entry. Most people can participate, and the group is limited to a maximum of 20 people.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refundable.