Flamenco in Barcelona

Tablao Cordobes is one of the most important and oldest flamenco clubs in Barcelona. In this club you can experience all characteristics of Andalusian culture including food, drinks and flamenco dance. The shows are quite attractive, so it is very popular with tourists (for additional information – Attractions and Tours in Barcelona).

Flamenco is a traditional Spanish dance which is full of passion and feelings. It is a mixture of Arabic and Gypsy dance accompanied by trumpet and traditional Spanish guitar. Main elements of a flamenco show are improvisation and interactivity. It is popular in all parts of the world. It was declared by UNESCO as one of the masterpieces of heritage of the Spain and the world, which can be considered to be a great honor.

Though flamenco comes from the southern regions of Spain, like Andalusia and it is mainly popular in cities such as Málaga and Madrid, you can enjoy flamenco performances also in Barcelona. Since Flamenco is not a part of the Catalan culture and the city is not one of the main centers of flamenco, most of these shows are rather tourist attractions and not too authentic performances (for additional information – Flamenco in Barcelona).

Who is it Recommended for?

Flamenco Night at Tablao Cordobes is recommended for everyone who want to enjoy a full experience of Andalusian culture including a long flamenco performance and dinner. If you just just want to “taste” flamenco culture, this is not the place for you. In this case flamenco shows organized in Los Tarantos or in some of the flamenco clubs in Arenas de Barcelona are more suitable for you (for additional information – Flamenco in Barcelona and Barcelona Flamenco Shows – Tarantos Flamenco Show).

These shows are not recommended for tourists with kids because they are expensive and long. Tarantos Flamenco Show is shorter and more tourist-friendly, so it would be a better option for them (for additional information – Barcelona Flamenco at Tablao Cordobes for Kids and Families, Barcelona Flamenco at Tarantos for Kids and Families and Kids and Families in Barcelona).

This attraction is a wonderful way to spend your time when it is cold and raining outside, or, alternatively on hot summer days (for additional information – Winter Vacation in Barcelona, Summer Vacation in Barcelona and Weather in Barcelona).

Tips and Recommendations

• In Barcelona there are organized flamenco shows at many clubs, for example in Tablao Cordobes, in Los Tarantos and in Arte Flamenco in Arenas de Barcelona. Each one of them offers a different experience for different tourists. Flamenco Night at Tablao Cordobes is the most expensive one but it is quite long and the price includes also a traditional Andalusian dinner.
• Flamenco Night at Tablao Cordobes is not recommended for tourists with kids because it is expensive and long. Tarantos Flamenco Show would be a better option (for additional information – Barcelona Flamenco at Tablao Cordobes for Kids and Families, Barcelona Flamenco at Tarantos for Kids and Families and Kids and Families in Barcelona).
• You can buy your tickets for Flamenco Night at Tablao Cordobes in the city without any problem. But be prepared that in this case you need to buy it 2 or 3 hours before the performance (for additional information – Book Tickets in Advance for Tablao Cordobes Show).
• If you want to buy your tickets online you can do it here or here. You will receive a voucher that you need to show in the club (printed or on your smartphone).
• Regardless where you buy your tickets for Flamenco Night at Tablao Cordobes, online or in the city, it is recommended to arrive to the club at least 30 minutes before the flamenco show (for additional information – Arriving before the Tablao Cordobes Show).
• Regarding the menu, the restaurant offers many packages between which you can choose the most suitable one for you. If you have any special or religious eating habit, you do not need to worry, in the menu you can find inter alia full vegetarian platters and Kosher meals. If you do not wish to have your dinner at the club and want to enjoy just the Flamenco performance and drinks, you can choose the cheaper package.

• This attraction is suitable also for people with disabilities who travel to Barcelona, it is fully accessible and wheelchair-friendly (for additional information – Accessibility in Barcelona).

• This attraction is very popular, especially during the high season, therefore it is highly recommended to book the tickets in advance and ensure you participation.

• This attraction is a wonderful way to spend your time when it is cold and raining outside, or, alternatively on hot summer days (for additional information – Winter Vacation in Barcelona, Summer Vacation in Barcelona and Weather in Barcelona).

• Holders of Barcelona Card are entitled for a discount on this attractions. It is recommended to examine the card benefits.