Barcelona vs Berlin vs Larnaca vs Madrid

Barcelona ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Berlin ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช
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Larnaca ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡พ
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Madrid ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Population 5,585,556 3,400,000 144,900 6,578,0179
Official language(s) Catalan, Spanish German Greek Spanish
Level of English High Very high High Moderate
Main airport Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) Berlin Tegel (TXL) Larnaca International Airport (LCA) Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Most common months to visit April - June, September - November May - September March - May, October - December March - May, September - November
Currency EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ) EUR - Euro (โ‚ฌ)
Credit cards Accepted almost evewhere Accepted in some places but cash often preferred Accepted everywhere Accepted everywhere
Remote worker visa Yes Yes No Yes
Average monthly costs $2384 $2200 $1959 $2498
Rent $932 $939 $678 $1174
Groceries $121 $188 $157 $175
Dining out $403 $271 $261 $313
Cafe $45 $57 $56 $51
Coworking space $213 $174 $209 $196
Mobile internet $10 $23 $35 $10
Public transportation $127 $88 $63 $78
Taxis $48 $58 $42 $44
Shared bicycles and scooters $24 $17 $45 $49
Sport and cultural events $81 $64 $28 $54
Museums and sights $33 $37 $8 $20
Nightlife $112 $63 $110 $82
Gym $81 $66 $107 $44
Yoga $93 $99 $105 $142
Massage $59 $56 $54 $64
SIM card options Vodafone, Movistar Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone Primetel, Cytamobile-Vodafone and Epic/MTN Orange, Movistar, Vodafone
Tipping 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services 10% usually added and expected at restaurants, round up at bars Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated.
Taxi apps Cabify, FreeNow Mytaxi, Uber nTaxi Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now
Tap water Drinkable 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 Mediterranean style with emphasis on seafood, meats, olives, cheesed and traditional sauces. Some food with Middle Eastern influences as well.. Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors.
Local food specialities Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomรกquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels Souvlaki, sheftalia, kleftiko, stifado, halloumi, koukepia and moussaka Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileรฑa, churros
Eat like a local Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops Opt for smaller, outside eateries and taverns serving traditional foods. Fast food kebab shops and falafel bars offer authentic options, too. 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!
Vegetarian / vegan options 98 options on HappyCow 844 listings on Happy Cow 14 options on HappyCow, but non-meat Mediterranean/Middle Eastern options are always available 85 listings on Happy Cow