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Population | 5,585,556 | 1,830,000 | 1,768,073 | 8,053,663 | 8,850,000 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | Romanian | Hungarian | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | High | High | High | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) | Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) | Ná»™i BÃ i International Airport (HAN) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | April - October | March - June, September - November | January, February, October - December | March - May, October, November | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | RON - Romanian Leu (L) | HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $1351 | $1230 | $1167 | $1867 | $1976 |
Rent | $932 | $615 | $499 | $503 | $778 | $869 |
Groceries | $121 | $114 | $108 | $151 | $281 | $146 |
Dining out | $403 | $165 | $202 | $134 | $182 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $38 | $29 | $39 | $49 | $42 |
Coworking space | $213 | $133 | $120 | $72 | $159 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $7 | $9 | $4 | $25 | $16 |
Public transportation | $127 | $21 | $36 | $20 | $11 | $38 |
Taxis | $48 | $9 | $27 | $13 | $9 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $25 | $13 | $0 | $24 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $29 | $24 | $3 | $81 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $29 | $7 | $4 | $20 | $44 |
Nightlife | $112 | $45 | $43 | $89 | $64 | $66 |
Gym | $81 | $30 | $37 | $57 | $69 | $34 |
Yoga | $93 | $59 | $48 | $57 | $65 | $87 |
Massage | $59 | $31 | $26 | $21 | $51 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange | Vodafone, Telenor | Viettel, Mobifone | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | 5% - 10% at restaurants, 5% - 10% tip for services is appreciated but not expected, round up for taxis | 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Star Taxi, Uber | Bolt, Fotaxi | Grab, GoViet | Uber | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Not 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. | Wide range of meat and fish dishes, soups, salads and cheeses influenced by German, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek and Ukrainian cuisine. | Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. | 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. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Sarmale, mămăligă, mici, ciolan cu fasole, ciorbă de burtă, covrig, papanasi | Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Paella, fideuà , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Set lunch menus, cafe terraces, cofeterias | Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Markets, food stalls, menú del dÃa (cheap set lunch menus) | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 33 listings on Happy Cow | 47 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |