Quick guides on living, transport, study, schools and social life

Get our quick guides provide information that many new residents need to find their way around the city. Information about studying or schools (if you have children), how to get around the city, places to eat, drink and taste great coffee!

Discover Barcelona

Barcelona is yours to explore. Its neighbourhoods, food culture, people, and layered history create a city that rewards curiosity. And when you feel ready to look beyond the city limits, simply escape for a day, you will find medieval villages and beautiful coastline.

Getting Around

Barcelona city and suburbs have a comprehensive public transportation system that includes the metro, buses, trams and trains. The metro system covers much of the city and suburbs. With 24-hour public NitBus transport during the week and weekends.

Living Tips

Most passport holders will be able to stay up to 90 or 180 days without the need to do any paperwork. You’ll probably be interested in renting an apartment, unless you are travelling on your own. There are options however Barcelona is expensive.

Study Spanish

Studying in Barcelona is one of the best ways to find your place in a new city. It gives you a sense of purpose, you meet people with similar interests, and you establish a foothold in the community. For Spanish and Catalan courses to MBAs and Master’s degrees.

Discover Barcelona

Barcelona is yours to explore. Its neighbourhoods, food culture, people, and layered history create a city that rewards curiosity. And when you feel ready to look beyond the city limits, simply escape for a day, you will find medieval villages and beautiful coastline.

Work Life

Barcelona has become one of Europe’s top destinations for remote workers, freelancers, digital nomads, and start-ups. A key reason for this is the city’s thriving coworking scene, which offers flexible workspaces, strong professional communities, and an unbeatable quality of life.