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Learning Spanish in Barcelona

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Learning Spanish in Barcelona is a unique experience that goes beyond just learning the language. The Catalan capital offers a vibrant mix of culture, architecture, and Mediterranean life. Here, you can walk from your language school past Gaudí's modernist buildings, through the medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter, to one of the cozy city beaches. Barcelona is a city that inspires, challenges, and surprises - the perfect environment to learn Spanish.

The Best Spanish Language Schools in Barcelona

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AIL Barcelona

4.8
Accredited school
  • Several schools in Spain
  • Located in modern district: Eixample
  • Tapasbars just around the corner
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Kingsbrook Idiomas

4.8
Accredited school
  • Located in modern district: Eixample
  • Gym and shops around the corner
  • Two roofterraces
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NLCollege Barcelona

4.5
Accredited school
  • Modern building
  • Bright classrooms
  • Personal attention
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Linguaschool Barcelona

4.7
Accredited school
  • Located in modern district: Eixample
  • Historical building
  • Stylish and colorful interior
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Proyecto Español Barcelona

Accredited school
  • Gelegen in een populaire wijk
  • In city centre
  • Cafes just around the corner
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World Class Barcelona Language School

4.9
  • In city centre
  • Familial atmosphere
  • Lots of cultural activities
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Expanish Barcelona

4.8
Accredited school
  • Familial atmosphere
  • Hip ‘boutique’ school
  • Stylish interior
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Academia Contacto Barcelona

4.7
Accredited school
  • Located in modern district: Eixample
  • Historical building
  • Stylish and colorful interior
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Don Quijote Barcelona

4.0
Accredited school
  • Located in modern district: Eixample
  • Cozy courtyard garden
  • Spacious modern school
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Life in Barcelona

Barcelona, the city that awakens with the scent of fresh croissants and café con leche in the countless bars. Students gather in the trendy coffee shops of Eixample or El Born for breakfast and some last-minute study sessions before class.

Barceloneta

Most language schools are located in the bustling city center, often housed in beautifully renovated modernist buildings. After your lessons, the city beckons with endless possibilities: having lunch on a sun-drenched terrace, discovering art treasures at the Picasso Museum, or heading to the Barceloneta beach with fellow students for a refreshing swim.

Explore the city with fellow students

A major asset of Barcelona is its location: the beach is within walking distance of the city center. After your classes, you can immediately roll out your towel on the sand, play a beach volleyball game with fellow students, or do your homework in a chiringuito (beach bar) while enjoying a fresh sangria. The boulevard along the beach, with its palm trees and cozy terraces, is the perfect setting for an evening stroll or a pleasant dinner with your new international friends.

What types of Spanish courses can I take in Barcelona?

At the language schools in Barcelona, you can choose from various courses for every level and goal. The standard group courses are popular - here you learn Spanish in small groups of up to 10 students. Want to progress faster? Then opt for an intensive course with extra lesson hours or tailored private lessons. There are special preparatory courses for the official DELE and SIELE exams, and Business Spanish courses for professionals. Particularly special in Barcelona are the combination courses where you learn Spanish while discovering Catalan cuisine, architecture, or art.

Cost of living and studying in Barcelona?

A Spanish language course in Barcelona starts from €150 per week for about 20 lessons. The weekly price decreases significantly with a longer course duration. Barcelona is slightly more expensive than other Spanish cities: a lunch in a restaurant costs €12-18, a café con leche is around €3, and a beer in a bar is about €4. A metro ride costs €2.40, and for a room in a shared apartment, you pay between €200-400 per week. In popular neighborhoods like Gràcia or El Born, prices are somewhat higher than in other parts of the city.

How long to study Spanish in Barcelona?

The ideal study duration varies per person and depends on your language level and learning goals. To achieve one language level (for example, from A1 to A2), you need about 4 to 6 weeks with an intensive course of 20 lessons per week. Do you want to speak Spanish fluently? Then count on at least 12 weeks. The language schools in Barcelona are flexible - you can start from just 1 week and extend later if you want to stay longer. Classes are usually in the morning from Monday to Friday, allowing you to explore the city or study in the afternoon. You can start throughout the year, as the schools welcome new students every Monday.

Why choose Barcelona for your language course?

Beach activities and water sports Tapas tours through the Gothic Quarter Tours of Gaudí's masterpieces One of the most beautiful cities in Spain Barcelona is known for its excellent restaurants.
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The Best Time for Your Language Course in Barcelona

Dreaming of learning Spanish in the vibrant capital of Catalonia? Barcelona welcomes you all year round with a unique mix of beach, culture, and that unmistakable Catalan energy. With a delightful Mediterranean climate, there's really no wrong time to discover this fascinating city!

In the summer months of July and August, Barcelona is buzzing with life. With temperatures around 28 degrees, it's perfect weather to combine your language lessons with cooling off at one of the city beaches. After your lesson, you can directly roll out your towel on the lively Barceloneta beach, where locals and students gather for a refreshing dip. Or enjoy a cool sangria on one of the many rooftop terraces with views over the city and sea.

Prefer a quieter period? Spring and autumn in Barcelona are magical. With pleasant temperatures between 20 and 25 degrees, you can wander for hours through the winding streets of the Gothic Quarter. Or admire the modernist architecture of Gaudí without it getting too warm. This is also the perfect time to explore the famous Ramblas or get lost in the cozy neighborhoods of Gràcia and El Born.

Even in winter, Barcelona remains enchanting. With temperatures that usually stay above 13 degrees and plenty of sunshine hours, it's an ideal winter destination. The terraces in the trendy El Born district remain lively all year round, and the famous Boqueria market still smells of fresh tapas and local delicacies. Plus: during this period, there are fewer tourists, and you can often find attractive rates for your language course.

Whether you come for Gaudí's architecture, the Mediterranean lifestyle, or the vibrant art scene - in Barcelona, you experience Spain at its best. Between your lessons, enjoy fresh tapas in one of the authentic bars in the Gothic Quarter, stroll past the modernist buildings of the Eixample, or drink a café con leche on a sun-drenched square. Here, you effortlessly combine learning Spanish with discovering one of Europe's most dynamic cities!

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