Have the best time of your life in Europe! Take Spanish courses in Barcelona and experience the Catalan way of life!

Broaden your mind discovering a new culture and meeting new friends abroad! Beach, mountains, good restaurants, nightclubs, museums, markets...Barcelona has a lot to offer to its visitors and international students! Our accredited language school in Barcelona is available all year around. So, come whenever you want with your friends or on your own. Learn more about our Spanish courses in Barcelona with accommodation.

Study abroad Barcelona Spain
Age 16 to 99
Language Spanish
Dates All year round
Length From 2 weeks
From 725 EUR

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Overview

Barcelona, The City of Gaudi

Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, and the second-largest city in Spain. You will love this cosmopolitan, modern city, with beautiful monuments, mountains, beaches, and good places to eat at affordable prices! A lot of things to do, cultural activities, shows, and fiesta! This city is the pride of the Catalan identity very present everywhere. So, you will have the pleasure to be in a bilingual environment. Book Spanish courses in Barcelona and have a colourful and sunny stay!

Accredited Language school in Barcelona

The Spanish school is located in Barcelona in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the city center, one of the most culturally rich areas of Barcelona. . The language school is well positioned, it is easy to get there by public transport or on foot: There are 4 bus lines nearby and in walking distance, you can find Plaza Catalunya (10 min.), Casa Milà (6 min.), Contemporary Art Museum (25 min.)! 

Are you ready to meet new friends while your Spanish courses in Barcelona? The school welcomes students from all over the world and offers a wide range of cultural activities and excursions (free or paid) !

Facilities and staff

  • Modern classrooms filled with natural light and equipped with audiovisual resources
  • Comfortable study and co-working areas with contemporary amenities
  • Bright, spacious common areas for relaxing between lessons
  • Air conditioning and central heating
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the school
  • On-site café / break area
  • Experienced, highly qualified teachers
  • Easy access by public transport, with several metro and bus connections nearby

General Spanish courses in Barcelona

Levels: From beginner to advanced
Students per class: Maximum 8 students
Lessons per week: 20 or 25 lessons per week, Monday to Friday (morning and/or afternoon)
Class duration: 55 minutes
Course content: Grammar, vocabulary, speaking, writing, listening and reading comprehension
Placement test on arrival: Yes

Course formats

  • Intensive 20: 20 group Spanish lessons per week
  • Intensive 25: 20 group Spanish lessons + 5 additional conversation or skills-focused lessons per week

Classes are international and designed to encourage active participation and communication in Spanish.

What is included in my Spanish language course?

  • Group Spanish lessons as selected
  • Placement test on arrival
  • Course certificate at the end of the program
  • Access to study and common areas
  • Free Wi-Fi

General Spanish courses develop all key language skills:

  • Written and oral comprehension
  • Written and oral expression
  • Grammar and vocabulary building

Progress is supported through group discussions, role-playing, guided practice and interactive classroom activities.

Options:

Private lessons: 5 private lessons of 55 minutes: 190€ per week

Cultural and activity options

  • Dance classes (Flamenco / Latin):
    • 3 classes per week: 120€
    • 8 classes per week: 280€
  • Spanish cooking classes:
    • 4 classes per week (20 hours over 2 weeks): 380€

Dates of the Spanish courses in Barcelona

You choose your program length and preferred travel dates. Courses run year-round with flexible start dates.

Minimum program length: 2 weeks
Arrival: Sunday
Departure: Saturday
Spanish courses: Monday to Friday

Public holidays

Classes do not take place on public holidays. When two public holidays fall in the same week, one missed class day is usually rescheduled, according to the school timetable. Some local holidays may also apply. Please contact us for confirmation of exact dates during your stay.

Public holidays in Spain – 2026

National holidays: 1 January, 6 January, 3 April, 1 May, 15 August, 12 October, 7 December, 8 December, 25 December 2026

Regional holidays in Catalonia (Barcelona): 6 April – Easter Monday; 11 September – Catalonia National Day; 26 December – St. Stephen’s Day

Note: Additional local holidays may be observed. Exact holiday schedules are confirmed before arrival.

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To help students experience Barcelona beyond the classroom, the school offers an optional leisure and cultural activity program. Activities are organized regularly and can be booked on-site. Some activities are free, while others have an additional cost.

Examples of typical activities:

  • Excursions to nearby destinations such as Montserrat or Sitges
  • Visits to major cultural landmarks such as Sagrada Familia, Sant Pau, or Parc Güell
  • Guided walks through different neighborhoods of Barcelona
  • Social and cultural events designed to encourage students to practice Spanish in real-life settings

Activity schedules may vary depending on the season.

Extra activities

Flamenco / Latin dance classes

  • 3 classes per week: 125€ per week
  • 8 classes per week: 250€ per week
    Classes take place at a specialized dance studio accessible by public transport.

Mediterranean cooking classes
Cooking lessons are held at a dedicated cooking school and focus on preparing traditional Spanish and Mediterranean dishes.

Accommodation

​Host family (18+)

  • Single or shared room (depending on availability)
  • Half board
  • Located approximately 20–30 minutes from the school by public transport
  • Free Wi-Fi

Student residence (18+)

  • Single or shared room (depending on availability)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Half board
  • Residence with shared dining facilities where meals are served
  • Located approximately 20 minutes from the school by public transport
  • Free Wi-Fi

Other accommodation options
Other housing options may be available on request, depending on dates and availability.

Fees and dates
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Spanish courses in Barcelona

Prices for longer stay are also available on request.

​Please contact us before making a booking to make sure there are still available spots in this program. ​

How to arrive to Barcelona? 

By airplane

  • Barcelona airport - El Prat (BCN)

Barcelona is served by many international and low-cost airlines year-round. (The specific airlines operating can change by season, so we recommend checking current flight options from your departure city.)

From the airport to the city:

  • Taxi
  • Airport shuttle bus (Aerobus)
  • Metro (L9 Sud + connections)
  • Train (airport rail services from Terminal 2, depending on your route)

By bus 

Main stations:

  • Barcelona Nord (Estació del Nord) (principal long-distance coach terminal)
  • Barcelona Sants (some coach services also stop here)

By train

Main stations:

  • Barcelona Sants (main station for high-speed, national and regional trains)
  • Barcelona França (some regional services)

Train tickets/operators:

  • ​Renfe (Spain’s national rail operator)

How to get to my accommodation in Barcelona? 

From the airport

  • Taxi 
  • Subway
  • Shuttle bus

From the bus station

  • Taxi
  • Subway
  • Local buses

From the train station

  • Taxi 
  • Subway
  • Local buses

Transfer possibilities: pick-up at your arrival and transfer to your accommodation in Barcelona. Cost for each way : 100 EUR

💰 What's Included in the Price?

  • Administration fees
  • Accommodation (see options)
  • Courses (see options)
  • Teaching material
  • Support, assistance and 24/7 Hotline during the whole program

🚫 What's Not Included?

  • Round-trip international airfare
  • International Travel insurance
  • Visa, passport and medical exam fees
  • Airport pick-up and transfers
  • Extra activities organized by the school
  • Personal expenses and spending money
  • Medical and Emergency Repatriation Insurance (maybe provided by Nacel for an extra cost)
  • Application fees (65 euros)
     

"A wonderful town, a great weather, open-minded, funny and smiling inhabitants, Barcelona is a town that one cannot forget! The school is perfectly located, teachers are attentive and courses are really interesting. In one week, I’ve learned the equivalent of 4 months at high school. To be done again!"

Sara

Excellent weeks in Barcelona and at school. Super nice family

Antoine R.

My mom and I contacted NACEL because I am interested in applying to a High school program in Spain. Since my Spanish needed improvement, the advisor suggested the Private Teacher program in Spain. They explained that this program was an intensive and fully immersive experience which could help me reach a higher level of Spanish in less time. I arrived in Madrid and met Gemma, my private teacher. Gemma and her family made me feel like I had always belonged. In the beginning, it was difficult to understand because my Spanish was not good. But they made it much easier for me, because they took the time to explain things and used as many Spanish words as possible. They avoided speaking English with me as much as possible, which ultimately made a real difference. On the first day, I took a placement test, which helped me understand my level and helped Gemma plan the program for the week. In the mornings, we divided the classes into two groups. In the first half, the focus was on theoretical and grammatical content; in the second half, the focus shifted to improving vocabulary and learning through Spanish games. In the afternoon, we did different activities, for instance, visiting Madrid's city center, several churches, and the King's Castle. We also visited the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu and other important sightseeing locations in Madrid. In every place we visited, Gemma and her family took the time to tell me about Spain's history and culture. This, of course, helped me understand much faster and learn more vocabulary in Spanish. At home, I also got to try Spanish food, like tapas, chorizo, jamón serrano, and cheese. They really made an effort to make me feel at home. I had a private room that was tidy and had enough space to store my belongings. In retrospect, I feel like this program was indeed the quickest way for me to learn Spanish; taking lessons would have probably taken 4 times longer. It is also a great experience, because aside from learning a language, I got to live with a local teacher and get to know the culture from within. If you need to improve a language quickly, this is the right program for you.

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Eligibility
  • Age: 18+
  • Minimum language level: absolute beginner (all levels accepted)
  • Complete Beginners: A minimum stay of 2 weeks is required. Start dates may be fixed for complete beginners (depending on level availability and group placement). Please contact us to confirm the next available start date for beginners.
  • Insurance: You must have health insurance before your arrival in Spain. Please ensure that you have these documents in your possession to prove that you are insured. Health insurance permits eventual medical fees to be taken charge of. 

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