Updated Jan 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.7M
Population
101 km2
Area
332 Mbps
Internet
UTC+01:00
Timezone
BCN (12km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Barcelona is a city in Catalonia with a population of 1.7M. Internet speeds average 332 Mbps download. The city has 51,121 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
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Infrastructure
51,121 points of interest mapped in Barcelona — 505 per km2
Tech
332 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
41% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Connections
Barcelona has 44 sister cities worldwide
INFRASTRUCTURE
51,121 total POIs 504.7 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
4,741
Cafes
1,882
Bars
2,010
Fast Food
899
Shopping
Supermarkets
1,550
Convenience
699
Shopping Malls
62
Healthcare
Hospitals
55
Clinics
699
Pharmacies
1,490
Education
Schools
1,196
Universities
170
Libraries
138
Recreation
Parks
6,292
Playgrounds
1,835
Sports
6,832
Cinemas
32
Museums
110
Theatres
120
Transport
Bus Stops
5,196
Train Stations
367
Fuel Stations
265
Services
Banks
627
ATMs
261
Post Offices
93
Police
93
Fire Stations
21
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
332 Mbps
Download
286 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
74,939
Tests
26,981
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
10°
J
11°
F
14°
M
17°
A
21°
M
23°
J
24°
J
23°
A
21°
S
17°
O
14°
N
11°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 17.1 C Range: 10.2 - 24 C Rain: 808 mm/year Sunshine: 3,536 h/year
CITY SCORES
99.1
Nomad Index
A
Livability
50.0
Culture
70.7
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
59.2
Overall
41% cheaper than NYC
36.0
Rent
64% cheaper than NYC
56.0
Groceries
44% cheaper than NYC
63.8
Restaurants
36% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
BCN
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport
12 km from center
Very close — ~18 min ride
FUN FACTS
It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second-most populous municipality of Spain.
It is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, located on the coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, bounded to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range.
In the Middle Ages, Barcelona became the capital of the County of Barcelona.
Barcelona became the centre of Catalan separatism, briefly becoming part of France during the 17th century Reapers' War and again in 1812 until 1814 under Napoleon.
After the Spanish transition to democracy in the 1970s, Barcelona once again became the capital of an autonomous Catalonia.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Barcelona known for?
Barcelona is a city in Catalonia. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Barcelona?
Barcelona has an average download speed of 332 Mbps and upload speed of 286 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Barcelona?
Barcelona has an average year-round temperature of approximately 17.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Barcelona?
Barcelona is served by BCN (Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport), approximately 12 km from the city center.
What is the population of Barcelona?
The population of Barcelona is approximately 1.7M.
What infrastructure does Barcelona have?
Barcelona has 51,121 mapped points of interest, including 4,741 restaurants, 55 hospitals, 1,196 schools.
What country is Barcelona in?
Barcelona is located in Catalonia.
