Summer in Barcelona: Nobu Hotel Barcelona’s Offerings

In summer, Barcelona shows its best side. The days stretch longer, sunsets feel endless, the sea becomes a constant presence, and a unique energy transforms every corner into a place to be fully lived. From rooftop views to trendsetting festivals, the city offers countless experiences for those seeking more than just a destination.

Pools with a View

Imagine taking a dip with the Sagrada Familia or the Tibidabo silhouette as your backdrop. Barcelona is a city meant to be enjoyed from above, and its pools offer a unique way to connect with the surroundings. On the 25th floor of Nobu Hotel Barcelona, guests can enjoy an outdoor pool that blends contemporary design, serenity, and 360-degree views of the city. It’s an exclusive space to disconnect, enjoy a drink at sunset, or simply watch the light shift over the cityscape.

Just minutes away in Montjuïc, the municipal pools offer a completely different but equally iconic experience. Renovated for the 1992 Olympic Games, these pools are open to the public during summer and offer a direct panoramic view of Barcelona’s skyline.

Open-Air Cinema

From June 27 to August 6, 2025, Sala Montjuïc will hold its 23rd edition at Les Tres Xemeneies in Sant Adrià de Besòs. This open-air film series features a curated selection of 18 movies in original version with subtitles, blending recent hits, essential classics, and cult favorites. A thoughtful proposal designed to enjoy cinema in an open, urban, and unpretentious setting.

World-Class Festivals

Barcelona sets the summer rhythm with a festival season that blends music, design, and experience. From June 5 to 7, Primavera Sound gathers names like Charli XCX & Troye Sivan Present Sweat, Anotr, Amelie Lens, and Chappell Roan on a lineup that effortlessly crosses genres. Sónar, from June 12 to 14, brings electronic music and creative innovation with artists such as Peggy Gou and Armin van Buuren b2b Indira Paganotto.

OFFSónar takes over at Poble Espanyol with standout sessions from RÜFÜS DU SOL live, Keinemusik, Adriatique, and Elrow. And in August, the Brunch Electronik Festival closes the season with Jungle, Folamour, and a format that fuses outdoor sets, gastronomy, and a vibrant scene.

Pride

From June 28 to July 19, 2025, Barcelona celebrates Pride Month, turning the city into a space of freedom and diversity. During these weeks, parades, concerts, street art, and cultural events fill the neighborhoods with energy and color.

Concerts

This summer, some of the world’s most influential artists will perform in Barcelona. Billie Eilish will take the stage at Palau Sant Jordi with her deeply personal and generational show. Kendrick Lamar and SZA will fill the Estadi Olímpic with one of the year’s most anticipated tours. And Robbie Williams returns to the spotlight with a stop at the RCDE Stadium. These three events once again place the city at the heart of the global music scene.

Seafront Walks

The Barceloneta seafront promenade captures much of Barcelona’s summer life. From early morning, it’s full of activity: workouts, cafés opening, and people strolling along the shore. During the day, the beach and terraces set the pace, and by evening, the vibe shifts to beach bars and seaside lounges.