The Best Spanish Language Schools in Barcelona: Ultimate Guide

Whether you’re on a short break or living here long term, learning Spanish in Barcelona is a great way to experience one of the world’s best cities in all its glory.

Not only will you develop a new life skill and be able to converse with locals in Barcelona and navigate daily life, but you’ll gain a deeper insight into the culture and develop a new appreciation for life in this endlessly fascinating city.

But where’s the best place to study Spanish in Barcelona? Well, there’s a range of great schools in the city, all offering their own unique vibe. From vibrant language schools that focus on fun to super professional academies that offer an incredible learning experience, there’s a great school for every type of Spanish learner.

Here’s a rundown of the best Spanish language schools in Barcelona, all of which are fully accredited.  

Académie des langues d'Iberia

Barcelona’s newest Spanish language school, Iberia Language Academy is already establishing itself as one of its best. Creative and engaging lessons are taught in a safe and fun learning environment by experienced teachers who genuinely care about your journey and your Spanish language progression.

Group sizes are small – limited to a maximum of eight people per group, maximising your time with your teacher. And courses are designed to have a real impact on your life in the city, with everything you learn in class transferable to life in Barcelona. You’ll also enjoy trips to historic markets, museums, neighbourhood cafés and more, while getting expert help with visa and accommodation in Barcelona.

Housed in a brand new site in the centre of the city, Iberia Language Academy is ideal for both complete beginners and those looking to advance their existing Spanish language skills.

Course options

• Intensive Spanish – 20 hours per week (€360 over four weeks)
• Semi-intensive Spanish – 10 hours per week (prices vary)
• Part-time Spanish – 4 hours per week (prices vary)
• Private classes €35/hour, €300 for 10 hours 
• Business Spanish classes – from €60/hour (financing available via FUNDAE)

For courses with varying prices, check Iberia Language Academy’s price list. 

Camino 

Aimed at a young international crowd, Camino is renowned in the city as the and is 'party' school. It’s hugely popular with young travellers looking to brush up on their Spanish while staying in the city and also with some learners who are looking to stay in the city long term.

With accommodation in the same location as the school there’s definitely more of a college feel to Camino than some of the other language academies in Barcelona. There’s also lots of cultural activities to help students get to know each other – if you like drinking sangria and hanging about on roof-top sun terraces you’re going to love it – as well as excursions to Barcelona landmarks such as La Sagrada Família. 

It’s very centrally located – just ten minutes' walk from Plaza Cataluña – and classes are a maximum of 10 per class, with a friendly atmosphere and personal attention to every student. 

Course options

• Super Intensive Spanish – five classes per day, 25 classes per week
• Intensive Spanish – four classes per day, 20 classes per week
• Semi-intensive Spanish – two classes per day, 10 classes per week
• Supplementary conversation classes

For detailed prices, check Camino’s price list.

Speakeasy 

Offering highly professional Spanish language courses for international students in the city, Speakeasy is one of the best Spanish academies in Barcelona. Well run and very popular among the international crowd, they offer a range of courses to suit all abilities.

Prices are high, but the standard is very good, with experienced native teachers who are patient and are very good at getting information across. With a maximum of 13 students per class, you might not get the kind of personal attention as say Iberia Language Academy, yet you’ll still feel engaged in the classroom.

There are also plenty of cultural activities on offer, from tapas tastings to tours of Camp Nou – the home of FC Barcelona, as well as coastal excursions to nearby towns. 

Course options

• Super Intensive Spanish – 30 hours per week (€248 per week)
• Intensive Spanish – 20 hours per week (€168 per week)
• Semi-intensive part-time Spanish – 10 hours per week (€88 per week)
• Evening part-time Spanish – 4 hours per week (€42 per week) 
• Express Spanish courses (from €822 per week)

Discounts available for choosing longer course duration. For detailed prices, check Speakeasy’s course list.

Expanish 

Originally founded in Buenos Aires, Expanish is now based in several locations around the world including Barcelona. Set in the buzzing Eixample district of the city, Expanish is particularly popular with German, Swiss and American expats looking to make Barcelona their home, although there are students from all over the world.

With average class sizes of 12 students and a maximum size of 16, Expanish offers a good student to teacher ratio, with dynamic classes that often take to the streets of Barcelona for a fully-immersive experience. 

You’ll also get the chance to explore local culture and enhance your conversational abilities with Expanish’s complimentary post-class activities. A great option for those looking for a mix of vibrance and professionalism.

Course options

• Group Spanish classes – 20-30 per week (€229-€325 per week)
• Private Spanish lessons – minimum two hours per week (€49 per lesson)
• Long term courses– three to 12 months (prices vary)
• Evening group classes – 4 hours per week (€180 per month) 

 For detailed prices, check the Expanish price list.

Linguaschools

Another large language organisation with locations all over Europe, Linguaschools is a solid option for looking for a leading language school in Barcelona. Groups come at a maximum of 10, giving students a very personalised learning experience, while there are plenty of course options when it comes to choosing the intensity, timing and level that suits you.

Central to the city, the school is located in a beautiful building with its own private garden and two terraces, with plenty of space for students to mingle and feel at home.

Course options

• Super Intensive Spanish – five classes per day, 30 classes per week (€355 per week)
• Intensive Spanish – four classes per day, 20 classes per week (€195 per week)
• Semi-intensive Spanish – eight to 10 hours per week (up to €140 per week)
• Supplementary conversation classes

For detailed prices, check Expanish’s price list.

Olé

A respected Spanish language school in the heart of Eixample, Olé has a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a particular emphasis on conversational Spanish. 

The teachers are mostly experienced professionals who are very for students, with many offering fun teaching methods that really engage students in learning Spanish. Classroom numbers are limited, which can lead to some courses not always being available at certain times of the year. 

And although technology isn’t as integrated into lessons as much as other Spanish courses in Barcelona, the courses cover a broad range of topics that will help you to navigate life in Spain.

Course options

• Intensive Spanish – 20 classes per week (€165 per week)
• Semi-intensive Spanish – 10 classes per week (€100 per week)
• Evening Spanish – four lessons per week (€140 per week)

For detailed prices, check Ole’s price list.

BCN LIP 

Based in the heart of the city’s Gothic Quarter, BCNLip is a very popular language school in Barcelona, particularly with younger students, with several locations based around the Gothic neighbourhood.

One of the more affordable options on our list, it offers engaging Spanish language lessons in small but comfortable classes, with a particular focus on linguistic immersion programs – hence the name ‘LIP’.

This involves cultural explorations through excursions in the city to really give you a sense of what life in Barcelona is all about. And although many of BCN LIP’s teachers are not native speakers, they are experienced, friendly and bring plenty of expertise and energy to the classroom.

Course options

• Intensive Spanish – 20 hours per week (€103 per week) 
• Semi-intensive Spanish – eight hours per week (€40 per week)
• Evening Spanish – four hours per week (€22.50 per week)

Maximum of three months for most courses and discounts available for bulk booking. For detailed prices, check BCN LIP’s price list.

Dinamo 

Located a stone’s throw from Barcelona’s Arc Triomf near the city’s sprawling Parc Ciutadella, Dinamo is, as the name suggests, one of the more dynamic Spanish schools in Barcelona, offering courses at all levels with group sizes of no more than 12 people.

This chic, stylish little school welcomes students from all over the world, with a fun and varied program that immerses you in the language. With some of the best prices for a Spanish language school in the city and a cast of vibrant teachers, Dinamo is certainly a solid choice for anyone looking to learn Spanish in Barcelona.

Course options

• Intensive Spanish – 32 hours over four weeks (€240) 
• Part time Spanish – 12 hours over four weeks (€110)
• One-to-one Spanish 
• Dub Spanish 

For detailed prices, check Dinamo’s price list.