InterNations - A Place for Italians in Barcelona

Buongiorno to all Italians in Barcelona! Would you like to meet fellow Italian expats in Barcelona? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other Italians, e.g. where in Barcelona your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get minestrone?

We would like to invite you to become a member of InterNations Barcelona. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of Italian expats, hailing from Rome, Napoli, Milan and all regions of Italy.

Matthew Brown

Matthew Brown

The Internations Events in Barcelona are just the best: There is no better way to get to know fellow expats here in Catalunya.

Maggy Roswick

Maggy Roswick

I was looking for a spacious flat near Las Ramblas. Thanks to some help from fellow expats on InterNations, I've found it!

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Barcelona

59,447
members in Barcelona
2,979
Italian members
47
monthly events
2,983
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Why Italian expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Italian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

What our Italian members had to say about living in Barcelona

We also get a lot of written feedback from the thousands of survey-participants each year. Let's see some of the most common positive quotes.

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I’m very happy with Barcelona’s international environment, the dynamism of the city, and the wide variety of free activities available. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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I love the sun in winter, the easy-going way of life, the cultural offer, and having a big airport in Barcelona not far from the city. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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I really enjoy living in Barcelona and rely on its efficient public transport every day. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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I really enjoy there's always something interesting happening culturally. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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I really enjoy the fact that my life in Barcelona is comfortable and fulfilling. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our Italian members had on their minds:

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The high cost of flats is a major downside. Renting a house is often not worth the quality you get, with issues like exposed pipes, lack of heating or air conditioning, bad smells, and windows or doors that don’t close properly, despite the very high monthly rent. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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A significant downside is that research jobs are not paid well enough compared to other European countries. I also find there are too many dogs without leashes and more green areas for dogs than for children. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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The language barrier has been difficult to overcome. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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I struggle with bureaucracy, the return-to-office and presenteeism culture, and what I find to be an unwelcoming attitude from some Catalans. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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I find the inefficient public services, difficult housing situation, and low quality of healthcare challenging. — Italian expat in Barcelona
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Meet fellow Italians at our events in Barcelona

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Italians in Barcelona.

Let´s Have Some Afterwork Craft Beers
Let´s Have Some Afterwork Craft Beers
After a long summer break, letś restart and meet in a nice craft beer bar in the heart of Eixample with 13 beers on tap
After a long summer break, letś restart and meet in a nice craft beer bar in the heart of Eixample with 13 beers on tap
Let's Meet and Talk
Let's Meet and Talk
We will meet in Barcelona and walk around the beach
We will meet in Barcelona and walk around the beach
Weekend Asian Food Adventure
Weekend Asian Food Adventure
This weekend, we're planning to try Okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake. If you're not familiar with it, you can learn more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okonomiyaki. The restaurant is quite small and does not accept reservations, so we're planning to arrive right when it opens and hope we
This weekend, we're planning to try Okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake. If you're not familiar with it, you can learn more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okonomiyaki. The restaurant is quite small and does not accept reservations, so we're planning to arrive right when it opens and hope we
Let's Go Dancing in Eixample
Let's Go Dancing in Eixample
It's been a while since we went out. Let's go go Muticlub. I'll be outside at 11.50-12pm if you want to walk in together. Otherwise I'll see you in there. I'll send the whatsapp group link out the night before. This is to help locate people in the group on the night, if necessary.
It's been a while since we went out. Let's go go Muticlub. I'll be outside at 11.50-12pm if you want to walk in together. Otherwise I'll see you in there. I'll send the whatsapp group link out the night before. This is to help locate people in the group on the night, if necessary.

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Spanish Language and Culture Group
Spanish Language and Culture Group
Live Music & Concerts Group
Live Music & Concerts Group
Happiness Lab Group
Happiness Lab Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Outdoor Adventures Group

Italian Expats in Barcelona Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, Italian expats in Barcelona are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. The "City Of Counts" offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Barcelona’s Italian expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow Italian expats in Barcelona.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Barcelona to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with Italians in Barcelona at Our Events

Our Barcelona community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Barcelona’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow Italian expats to discover the thriving capital, the vibrant Catalonian coastal city of Barcelona. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from Italy in your local community and meet Italians in Spain in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Italians living in Barcelona!