Experience in Barcelona, Spain by Laura

What is it like to live in Barcelona? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Barcelona is an amazing city, living there is a good experience, local tapas bars have a great offer to go out to have dinner and for those who like to go partying there is party everyday!

What is the student lifestyle like in Barcelona?

student lifestyle never gets boring, there is a lot do to and to see in Barcelona, and local people are friendly and open-minded

How much does it cost to live in Barcelona?

For being one of the most exciting cities in Europe, living costs are not that expensive if you share flat and live 10 min outside the city center

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Barcelona? Is there any advice you can give?

It is not very difficult if you take advantage of the various internet sites for searching shared flats

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

The food is quite international, but there are also traditional dishes and I recommend you to taste calçots

What places would you recommend visiting in Barcelona?

apart from the typical monuments I recommend to have a walk through el born and ciutat vella. Also a one day trip to montserrat can be very exciting

Is it good to eat out in Barcelona? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

the common student spots are in cheap tapas bars such as 100montaditos, la sureña, or l'ovella negra.

Is the nightlife good in Barcelona? Where is good to go?

Nightlife in Barcelona is amazing and you can go every night if you wish. Some typical places are sutton, opium, otto, bling bling or jamboree

What advice would you give future students heading to Barcelona?

enjoy your stay!