Barrio Húmedo
The old town's tapas bar district, where each drink ordered comes with a free tapa. It is León's nightlife hub.
The Barrio Húmedo lies in the southern part of the Old Town, centered on Plaza San Martín. Dozens of bars are packed into narrow stone-paved lanes. The name comes from the saying that so many people drank here that the streets were wet. León keeps the tradition alive: each drink, such as wine or beer at about 2 to 3 euros, comes with a free tapa. Local specialties include morcilla, cecina (air-dried beef), stews, and fried potatoes. The area is busiest after 8 p.m., and you can wander from bar to bar. The neighboring Barrio Romántico is quieter.
Opening hours
~12:00–16:00 & 20:00–01:00 next day
Nearby sights
- Plaza Mayor
- Plaza del Grano
- León Cathedral
- Casa Botines
- Museum of León
- Basilica of San Isidoro & Royal Pantheon
- Walls of León
- Convent of San Marcos