Live like a local and enjoy a variety of activities with like minded people in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities and offers a unique combination of Mediterranean climate, stunning architecture, rich culture, and vibrant nightlife. With its average temperature of 64°F (18°C) and over 2,500 hours of sunshine per year, it is a great place to enjoy the outdoors year-round. The city is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, as well as a thriving arts and culture scene, with numerous museums, theaters, and music venues. Living in Barcelona for a month, or more, is a unique opportunity to explore this beautiful region of Spain, improve your Spanish skills, and make new friends.
Live in Barcelona
Live in the upscale Eixample neighborhood, walking distance from everything but away from tourist crowds. Enjoy modern apartments with fully-equipped kitchen, living room, bedroom, and elevator.
Your local host who organizes community activities, and can connect you to local events. Whether you want to study Spanish, volunteer, or just connect with locals, our Community Manager can guide you.
Your Community Manager curates the best local events in Barcelona that only locals know. Access the undiscovered side of this historic city. All scheduled community activities, meals, and happy hours are included in the program fee.
Travel medical insurance included in program fee. Community Manager can connect you to optional activities such as yoga classes, gyms, and nearby hikes and excursions to beautiful places around Barcelona.
Your Home in Barcelona
Live in one of our stylish buildings located in the L’Eixample area, near the majestic Arc de Triomf, in one of Barcelona’s most centrally located neighborhoods. In less than two miles in any direction walk to the city’s most famous areas such as the touristy Ramblas, hip Born district, or the swanky Gracia.
Enjoy all the modern conveniences like elevator, washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen. When you’re not exploring Barcelona, spend time lounging by a public fountain, or reading in a cafe.
Almost everything Barcelona offers is walkable from your apartment, but there is also an excellent public transportation system that frees you from needing a car. Our Community Manager will show you how to navigate public transit just like a local.
- Fully equipped kitchen
- High speed internet
- Weekly cleanings
- Queen sized beds
- Dining area
- Walking distance from everything
- Living room
- Bathroom with shower stall
Authentic Barcelona Experiences
The history, culture, and gastronomy of Barcelona offer an endless variety of experiences to discover. Our Tuesday Lunch Club will have you sample some of its most typical dishes, such as Mandonguilles amb sípia, and our visiting professors will give you insights into the art and architecture of this stunning city. Together, we’ll also visit some of the nearby national parks such as the multi-peaked mountain range of Montserrat. A wealth of museums and galleries also await you.
- Welcome reception & farewell party
- Weekly “Tuesday Lunch Club” at different restaurants
- Day trip to Montserrat mountain retreat
- Lecture on Catalan art history by local expert
- Barcelona walking tour
- Introduction to Spanish wines tasting
- Architectural walking tour
- Lecture on Spanish history
- Paella cooking workshop
- Weekly “Happy (to be 55+) Hour”
Unique personal experiences that can be arranged at an additional cost with your Community Manager
- Additional cooking classes
- Private wine tour
- Spanish language lessons
- Yoga studio or gym membership
- Volunteering
Barcelona Community Manager
Our Community Manager is your local friend in town. In Barcelona, Patrick organizes community activities for our members, and also curates the best events happening in town. After finishing his undergraduate degree in History from the University of Illinois, Patrick jumped on a plane to Spain to perfect his Spanish for what he thought would be one year. 14 years later, he is still here and loving every second of it. The chance to perfect his Spanish brought him here, but after falling in love with the city and culture, he has learned Catalan too! Patrick received a Masters degree from University of Barcelona and followed that up with a postgraduate degree in Intellectual History of Barcelona. He is also a licensed guide and content creator, full of helpful tips for your time in Barcelona and other parts of Spain. Patrick will easily talk to you about the latest Barça signing, new craft brews in the city or even a Gothic arch.
Your 1-3 Month Barcelona Experience
More than just a vacation, immerse yourself in Spanish culture and experience firsthand the Spanish way of life. You’ll learn to speak Spanish, make new friends, and discover new passions.
Your Tailored Experience Includes:
- Furnished Upscale Apartment
- Weekly ‘Tuesday Lunch Club’
- Weekly Happy Hour
- Weekly Walking Tour or Workshop
- Travel Medical Insurance
Included Extras
- Spanish Cooking Classes
- Spanish Wine Tasting
- Arts Walking Tour and Lecture
- Barcelona History Lecture
- Spanish Language Crash Course
Get Barcelona Details
Request a digital brochure with dates, prices, housing, and activities for our experience in Barcelona, Spain.
What Our Community is Saying
Joining 'The Good Life Abroad' was the best decision I've ever made. For about the price of a nice hotel, I got a one-bedroom apartment, a local guide, activities and events, and best of all - a community of friends.
Jane Darslon Lisbon, Portugal
I've been a globetrotter for years, but 'The Good Life Abroad' brought a whole new level of convenience and camaraderie to my travels. It's truly living abroad, not just touring.
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