If you have a sweet tooth, Barcelona will be your heaven! Delicious ice cream shops and gelaterias can be found everywhere in the city. Whether you prefer yours with a waffle or in a cup, with caramel or strawberry jam, you’ll find there are plenty of places to suit your preferences.
Horchatería El Tío Che: This 100 year old establishment is usually pretty packed in the summer months, but don’t let that deter you. Horchatería El Tío Che offers the best authentic horchata along with a wide selection of sandwiches and sides. It is definitely worth the wait.
Address: Rambla del Poblenou, 44-46, 08005 Barcelona
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DelaCrem: DelaCrem is a small, traditional Spanish/Catalan ice cream shop. It has everything from coffee to lactose-free ice cream and boasts natural ingredients and many original flavors. There is usually a line out the door. Once inside, make sure you also try their homemade cookies.
Address: Carrer d’Enric Granados, 15, 08007 Barcelona
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Gelaaati Di Marco: With peak hours usually pretty busy, the trick to Gelaaati Di Marco is to come earlier in the day. The friendly staff will also let you try before you buy to make sure you enjoy your final choice of ice cream and baked goods. The warm atmosphere is perfect for sitting and enjoying your treats with someone special.
Address: Carrer de la Llibreteria, 7, 08002 Barcelona
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Cremeria Toscana: With Homemade ice cream and delectable waffles and crepes, Cremeria Toscana is a must-stop when in the area. It’s a great place for children, as they have a cute little corner set up just for kids and a neat little seating area tucked away on the second level. Many say the tiramisu and mascarpone flavors are “must-have”; at such great prices, you can try both!
Address: Carrer de Muntaner, 161, 08036 Barcelona
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Sante Gelato: Known as the sweet little shop just off the main road, Sante Gelato is a husband and wife family-run ice cream joint Friendly and helpful employees serve generous scoops for great prices. There is ample seating with beautiful views both indoors and out, so you’re sure to find the perfect seat to enjoy your selected goodies.
Address: Carrer del Rosselló, 287, 08037 Barcelona
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Rocambolesc: Rocambolesc is an old-fashioned shop that offers new and innovative flavors and toppings. They have everything from smooth gelato, cute original popsicles, and vegan options as well. Avoid the long lines and crowds by visiting during evening hours on the weekdays.
Address: La Rambla, 51-59, 08002 Barcelona
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Ice Wave:This fun, entertaining stone style ice cream shop is usually pretty busy for good reason. At Ice Wave, you choose the flavors, toppings and how you’d like it served, and the friendly staff prepare your ice cream right in front of you. You not only get the perfect ice cream combination, but you also get a show as they create it.
Address: Carrer del Pi, 13, 08002 Barcelona
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Mannà Gelats: At Mannà Gelats, they make their own gelatos and waffles every morning. If you’re in Barrio Gotico, you’ll catch a whiff of the amazing smells coming from this old-fashioned shop. You may even have a chance to speak with the owner, as he is known to be the one behind the counter serving your choice of flavors, from basic to extraordinary.
Address: Carrer dels Banys Nous, 22, 08002 Barcelona
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OGGI Gelato: OGGI Gelato is known for their extra creamy ice cream. In addition to a wide selection of basic flavors, they offer more unconventional flavors, such as Olive Oil. With excellent customer service and such a wide range of options, you’re sure to find your new favorite.
Address: Carrer Comtal, 15, 08002 Barcelona
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Eyescream and Friends: The ice cream served at Eyescream and Friends is “shaved” with a special machine to make it softer than your typical ice cream. This small shop is a must-visit not only for the delectable ice cream, but for the presentation: when they serve your order, they place candy eyes on it to coincide with their name. Eyescream and Friends is such a fun and quirky place, you must see for yourself.
Address: Passeig de Joan de Borbó, 30, 08003 Barcelona
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Parallelo: The open kitchen at Parallelo allows you to see their ice cream being made right before your eyes. This shop uses only organic ingredients in their flavors. The moment you place the order, you can tell they are passionate about what they do, offering samples of each flavor until you find the perfect one for your taste.
Address: Carrer de Sèneca, 18, 08006 Barcelona
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Amorino: If you’re walking in the heart of Las Ramblas, it is hard to miss Amorino. The long lines are a sure sign you’re in for a special treat, but don’t let the lines fool you, for they move quickly. Offering not only their basic flavors, they also have a lot of vegan options. The staff speaks very good English, so don’t be afraid to ask questions and get to know the many wonderful flavors.
Address: La Rambla, 125, 08002 Barcelona
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Vioko: Vioko has a great selection of homemade cakes and chocolates that make perfect gifts. They have the most interesting and unique flavors of artisan ice cream and are very generous with their servings. The shop is located right next to the beach, but if you’re looking for someplace a bit cooler to enjoy your treat, there is plenty of seating indoors with free WiFi as an added bonus. They also offer a great selection of gluten and allergen free options.
Address: Passeig de Joan de Borbó, 55, 08003 Barcelona
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Amorino Barcelona – C. Porta:The most talked about ice cream would have to be at Amorino Barcelona – C. Porta. When your pick your flavor out of the many available, they serve it up on your cone in the shape of a flower. With massive portion sizes and the attentive staff, it is not to be missed.
Address: Carrer de la Portaferrissa, 7, 08002 Barcelona
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Sweet Gaufre: When you’re in the mood for a great breakfast at a good price, the last place you would think to go is an ice cream shop. Sweet Gaufre not only serves ice cream, but fresh squeezed orange juice, made-to-order crepes, dessert waffles, cakes, and ice cream. Along with the array of homemade baked goods, you will find they have a wide variety of ice cream flavors, along with more toppings than a person can try in a day.
Address: La Rambla, 83, 08002 Barcelona
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Gelatomania Barcelona (abierto de marzo a septiembre): Offering large portions, priced just right, and many vegan options, Gelatomania Barcelona is a lovely finish to an evening out. Not only do they have amazing Italian-style ice cream, but they have many other baked goods available as well. With reasonable prices it’s hard to pick just one flavor. Note that this shop is only open from March to September.
Address: Av. de Mistral, 64, 08015 Barcelona
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Topping Circus: At Topping Circus, you will find a variety of flavors not commonly seen at your typical ice cream shop. They’ve put ice cream right inside a macaroon, and it is lovely! The macaroon ice cream sandwich is just the beginning. The interior of the shop is decorated in a circus theme, which makes you feel like you’re right under the big top. The friendly staff is so patient; they give you suggestions on what flavors are most common and even the most strange. Once you make your ice cream and toppings selection, they mix it up right in front of you. Topping Circus is a great place for the whole family.
Address: Avinyó, 27, 08002 Barcelona
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Tal Gur is a world traveler and personal development enthusiast. An adventurer at heart, after trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, Tal spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey continues as a location-independent blogger, lifestyle entrepreneur, and coach. Tal’s published two books: One Year to Freedom, a 1-Year Roadmap to Living Life on Your Own Terms; and, his most recent book and bestseller, The Art of Fully Living – 1 Man, 10 Years, 100 Life Goals Around the World.
