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Barcelona 🇪🇸
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| Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 2,900,000 | 259,453 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | High | Very high | High | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | September - December | January - May, October - December | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | ARS - Argentine Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere. (ID required!) | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $1321 | $2143 | $1759 |
| Rent | $932 | $939 | $844 | $923 | $717 |
| Groceries | $121 | $188 | $98 | $127 | $148 |
| Dining out | $403 | $271 | $121 | $207 | $280 |
| Cafe | $45 | $57 | $25 | $42 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $95 | $160 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $11 | $21 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $9 | $17 | $95 |
| Taxis | $48 | $58 | $9 | $9 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $14 | $49 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $24 | $97 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $4 | $217 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $23 | $77 | $66 |
| Gym | $81 | $66 | $14 | $42 | $56 |
| Yoga | $93 | $99 | $19 | $54 | $82 |
| Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $101 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Movistar, Claro, Personal | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 10% at restaurants and cafés is common, not common at bars | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber (not official), Cabify, BA Taxi (Spanish only) | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Drinkable | 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 | Argentinian style with an emphasis on red meats, pastries, and Italian-inspired options | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Asado, empanadas (Argentinian style), locro, milanesa napolitana, facturas and alfajores | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local restaurants serving asados grill-to-dish (Parrillas), markets (San Telmo, Recoleta) and local cafés for maté and facturas | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 79 options on Happy Cow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |