At Speakeasy BCN, we go beyond delivering top-notch education
We have a really vibrant atmosphere at Speakeasy BCN, where you get much more than just a great education. As an integral part of our immersive learning program, we offer our students a dynamic activities lineup designed to truly connect them with Barcelona.
While many other schools repeat the same monthly cycle of on-site activities — like cooking classes, dance lessons, or standard city tours — we take the time to plan tailor-made outings with our students that go far beyond what they’d find on their own. From new gallery openings and cultural events to lesser-known authentic spots like neighborhood bars, cafés, and hiking trails, our goal is to help you experience the city as a local, not just a tourist.
Our dedicated Activities Coordinators are international locals who know what’s going on in the city. They curate opportunities that feel fresh, authentic, and exciting, so there’s always something new to discover. From social gatherings and sporty adventures to parties, excursions, and cultural events, there is something for everyone. They also take care of all the logistics and make sure every student feels comfortable joining in — so your only focus is to enjoy the experience, make lasting friendships, and keep practicing Spanish outside the classroom.
Below, you can watch some videos of our Speakeasy BCN excursions and activities in the Shorts section of our YouTube channel. Check out our channel for even more!
Mixing culture with social and exciting activities, there’s always something for everyone to enjoy
At Speakeasy BCN, our activities aren’t just a side note to your studies, they’re an essential part of your cultural immersion. Unlike many schools that rely on a fixed calendar of the same monthly activities, we go beyond the predictable tours and on-site events. Our team carefully curates a varied lineup every week so that you’re constantly discovering something new and authentic about Barcelona.
Get to know your classmates and mingle with locals over local tapas in hidden neighborhood bars, dance the night away at rooftop parties, or catch the thrill of an FC Barcelona match at Camp Nou. For active students, we organize bike tours, hiking trips, beach volleyball, and yoga in the park. Food lovers can dive into cooking workshops, vineyard visits, and markets off the tourist trail. If adventure calls, join us on catamaran cruises, art and gallery openings, or
We also love taking students further afield, weekend excursions by bus to Costa Brava, Sitges, Valencia, France, or Andorra give you the chance to explore even more.
Every activity is designed with our students in mind: fun, social, and rooted in the real culture of Barcelona. With Speakeasy BCN, your time outside the classroom is just as enriching as your time in it, making your learning experience truly unforgettable.
Upcoming events
Take a look at the next Speakeasy Events that we have planned for our students!
-
19 August 2026 17:00Fiesta Mayor Gracia
Free eventBarcelona’s most famous summer street party - Festa Major Gràcia - is happening this week! This Wednesday, we are going to join the locals and check it out!
We will enjoy the free events ‘al aire libre’, explore decorated streets, and check out street food stalls. Join us to explore Barcelona with your classmates!
-
29 August 2026 11:30Excursion: Vilanova to Sitges
€1On Saturday, let’s go on an 8 km excursion from Vilanova i la Geltrú to Sitges. The hiking routes are completely off the beaten path, far from those commonly known by others. We’ll enjoy a picnic, picturesque sea views, and even stop by a secret LGBT bar. Are you a fan of hikes? Let’s go together and enjoy some relaxing time in nature. Our hike will end in Sitges, where we'll discover the charming old town, take a leisurely walk along the beautiful seafront promenade, and unwind with some free time at the beach.
-
5 September 2026 07:45Monells and Feria de Indianos de Begur
€325th September, we'll be leaving Barcelona to visit the charming medieval village of Monells and the historic coastal town of Begur. First, we will stop in Monells to stroll through its picturesque cobbled streets, admire its beautiful arcaded main square, and discover the history of one of Catalonia's best-preserved medieval villages.
Afterward, we will continue to Begur to experience the vibrant Fira d'Indians. This unique annual festival celebrates the town's historic ties with Cuba, bringing the streets to life with colonial-style decorations, traditional costumes, Caribbean music, artisan markets, and cultural performances recreating the atmosphere of the 19th-century Indiano era.
Browse our full activities listings for a look at all our upcoming and past events.
Anything special you want to do or see in Barcelona?
If there’s something in particular that you’d like to see or do, just tell us and we will make sure you won’t miss anything. Get ready to make lots of friends from around the world with Speakeasy BCN!
We make sure that our students have a great time, all the time, inside the classroom and out.
We had small group private lessons outside of the school at our apartment. Our instructor was punctual, enthusiastic, professional, polite, competent, and made us feel comfortable learning. All great. Additionally, this school accepted payment directly via credit card (Visa/Mastercard) making it much easier to pay the tuition from America than a bank transfer (which made us much more comfortable as a bank transfer is weird and too much trouble).
Studying Spanish at Speakeasy
Student life in Barcelona
Start your learning Spanish in Barcelona adventure
Let us know if you have any questions about our courses, our school and life at Speakeasy.