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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,830,000 | 2,900,000 | 8,053,663 | 2,427,000 | 9,963,452 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Romanian | Spanish | Vietnamese | Spanish | Korean |
Level of English | High | Very high | High | High | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Ná»™i Bà i International Airport (HAN) | José MarÃa Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | April - October | September - December | January, February, October - December | January - April, December | March - May, September - November |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in some places | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1351 | $1321 | $1167 | $1293 | $2184 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $615 | $844 | $503 | $732 | $797 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $114 | $98 | $151 | $87 | $356 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $165 | $121 | $134 | $131 | $211 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $38 | $25 | $39 | $18 | $69 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $133 | $95 | $72 | $96 | $222 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $7 | $11 | $4 | $16 | $40 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $21 | $9 | $20 | $21 | $40 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $9 | $13 | $14 | $41 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $25 | $14 | $0 | $0 | $13 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $29 | $24 | $3 | $8 | $39 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $29 | $4 | $4 | $9 | $6 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $45 | $23 | $89 | $73 | $93 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $30 | $14 | $57 | $15 | $69 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $59 | $19 | $57 | $54 | $112 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $31 | $10 | $21 | $20 | $75 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, Orange | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Viettel, Mobifone | Claro, Tigo | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Tip 10% in restaurants | Not customary or expected |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Star Taxi, Uber | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | Grab, GoViet | EasyTaxi | Uber, Kakao |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Catalan cuisine makes extensive use of Mediterranean vegetables, legumes mixed with pork in its many varieties, chicken and fish. Regularly mixes sweet and savory flavors in specific dishes. This cuisine is known for being bold in flavor and striking in color, with a variety of specific regional dishes found the culinary hub that is Barcelona. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | A blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Sarmale, mămăligă, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbă de burtă, covrig, papanasi | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow |