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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 15,520,000 | 6,578,0179 | 9,963,452 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Turkish | Spanish | Korean | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Istanbul Airport (IST) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | April - June, September and October | March - May, September - November | March - May, September - November | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) | EUR - Euro (€) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) | EUR - Euro (€) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in most places | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $659 | $2498 | $2184 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $354 | $1174 | $797 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $44 | $175 | $356 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $81 | $313 | $211 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $18 | $51 | $69 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $49 | $196 | $222 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $3 | $10 | $40 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $6 | $78 | $40 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $6 | $44 | $41 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $2 | $49 | $13 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $11 | $54 | $39 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $15 | $20 | $6 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $22 | $82 | $93 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $9 | $44 | $69 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $23 | $142 | $112 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $15 | $64 | $75 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | Not customary or expected | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | BiTaksi | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, Kakao | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | 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 | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 59 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |