The Best Weed Clubs Near Plaça Catalunya

Plaça Catalunya is where almost everyone ends up on day one. You come up from the metro or off the airport bus, look around, and wonder where people actually go to smoke. Good news: you don't have to go far. There are decent clubs a 7 to 13 minute walk away in almost every direction.

The catch is that none of them are shops. Barcelona's clubs are private, non-profit associations, so you become a member before you go in. At most clubs on this list that happens at the door, the same day, as long as you bring the right ID.

We picked six, said plainly who each one suits, and timed the walk from the square. Choose by mood, then by distance.

Quick picks

• Zkittlez Weed Club:about 11 minutes on foot, near Universitat metro (L1, L2). Our top pick: the friendliest welcome, the easiest first visit and outstanding quality.
• Barcelona Weed Club:about 13 minutes on foot, near Urgell metro (L1). 18+. Best for groups, a big menu and arcade games.
• Kush Weed Coffeeshop:about 11 minutes on foot, near Jaume I metro (L4). 18+. Best for a lively night with events and games.
• Cali Weed Barcelona:about 7 minutes on foot, near Urquinaona metro (L1, L4). 21+. Best for a quiet lounge, art and live music.
• Dragon Weed Club:about 8 minutes on foot, near Girona metro (L4). 18+. Best for hash fans and a menu that changes weekly.
• Green Planet Cannabis Club:about 10 minutes on foot, near Liceu metro (L3). Best for late nights in the Gothic Quarter.

1. Zkittlez Weed Club

Our top pick, and it comes down to three things.

The people.Staff greet you like a regular on your first visit. They take time to walk you through the menu and never make you feel like a tourist who doesn't know the rules.

How easy it is.It's a short, flat walk from Plaça Universitat, the sign-up is quick, and there's always something to do, from games to a sofa to sink into.

The quality.This is the reason people come back. The menu is outrageously good, with the fruity, flavour-first strains the name promises and plenty beyond them. If you only have time for one club near Plaça Catalunya, make it this one.

Good to know:Carrer de Muntaner, 10 (Eixample), by Plaça Universitat. Phone +34 931 00 55 31. Hours 11:00 - 23:00. Not connected to the club with a similar name on Carrer d'Aragó, so check the address before you set off.

2. Barcelona Weed Club

The furthest one on this list, and worth the extra minutes. It's the most "hang out all afternoon" club around here: arcade games, Bedouin-style lounge seating, and one of the widest menus in the area, usually 20-plus options. Members keep mentioning the music and the odd smoking accessories the club brings in. If you're a group that can't agree on anything, this is where you end up.

Good to know:Carrer de Casanova, 33 (Eixample), five minutes from Urgell metro. Open 11:00 to 01:00, every day. 18+, same-day membership, listed at €20 a year.

3. Kush Weed Coffeeshop

The lively one. Kush sits on a narrow lane in the old town, near the Cathedral and Santa Caterina market, but inside it's anything but quiet: events and shows, games, food and drinks, and staff who keep things moving. Their website runs in English, French, Italian and Spanish, so it's easy to ask questions before you go. Pick Kush when you want a night out, not a nap on a sofa.

Good to know:Carrer de les Freixures, 8, local 3 (Ciutat Vella). Open 11:00 to 23:00, every day. 18+. Apply through the form on their website before you visit: new members join by invitation, so don't leave it to the last minute. Phone +34 932 955 855.

4. Cali Weed Barcelona

The calm one. It's set up as a lounge, not a bar: local art on the walls, proper seating, live music instead of a playlist, and staff who speak English, French, Italian and Spanish. It's 21+, which keeps the room quieter than most. Come here when you want to slow down, not party.

Good to know:Carrer de les Jonqueres, 13, two minutes from Urquinaona. 21+. Passport or EU ID card, no photocopies or driving licences. Everyone in your group needs their own ID and membership.

5. Dragon Weed Club

One of the longest-running clubs in the city, and the best experience for a first visit. The lounge is calm, the door process is quick, and staff speak English. Its menu changes every week, mixing classics with small-batch flower from local growers. The resin and hash selection is what regulars come back for.

Good to know:Carrer del Bruc, 58 (Eixample), four minutes from Girona metro. Open 12:00 to 00:00, every day. 18+, same-day membership, listed at €20 a year.

6. Green Planet Cannabis Club

The late-night pick. It's in the Gothic Quarter, three minutes from the Liceu exit on La Rambla, and it opens until 2am. The club also has game rooms and runs educational events. Handy when everything else is closing and you're still in the old town.

Good to know:Placeta de Sant Francesc, 2 (Gothic Quarter). Open 10:00 to 02:00, every day. Membership rules aren't published, so bring a passport and ask at the door.

How to join a club near Plaça Catalunya

1. Pick one club and go there.You can't hop between clubs on one membership. Each club is its own association.
2. Bring your passport,or an EU national ID card. Driving licences, photocopies and phone photos usually don't count.
3. Everyone signs up.If you're four people, that's four IDs and four memberships.
4. Fill in the form at the door.It takes about ten minutes. Most clubs charge a yearly membership fee. A few, like Kush, ask you to apply online first, so send the form a day or two before you go.
5. Stay inside.What you get at a club is for using at the club. Smoking or carrying in the street can get you a fine starting at €601.

Two small manners that go a long way: don't take photos of other members, and keep your voice down on the street outside. Clubs live or die by their neighbours.

FAQ

Can tourists join a weed club near Plaça Catalunya?Yes. Most clubs on this list sign up visitors the same day with a valid passport or EU ID card. Cali Weed Barcelona is 21+; the others that publish an age limit are 18+.

Can I just walk in?Not as a stranger. You become a member at the door first, which takes about ten minutes.

What ID do I need?A passport, or a national ID card if you're from the EU. A driving licence or a photocopy usually won't be accepted.

How much does membership cost?It depends on the club. Barcelona Weed Club and Dragon Weed Club are listed at €20 a year. Ask at the door before you sign.

Which clubs near Plaça Catalunya are open late?Green Planet stays open until 02:00 and Barcelona Weed Club until 01:00. Dragon Weed Club closes at midnight.

Can I take anything with me when I leave?No. Use it inside the club. Smoking or carrying in public can be fined from €601 in Spain.