Program Overview by Destination
At UniSpain we know how important it is to choose the right type of Spanish language course and the right location, not only for the future use in academic or professional environments, but also to make your experience as pleasurable as possible. In order to make it as clear as possible which locations UniSpain offers you for your Spanish language study in Spain, you can find a quick and clear overview of general information about each destination in Spain on this page.
The Cultural Attractions and the Night Life in each Spanish city below have been given a score from 1 to 10 where 10 is absolute excellent, 5 is OK but not great and 1 is very poor. These scores reflect our experience and you may not have exactly the same opinion. It might also depend a lot on what you are looking for in your destination and the prefferences you might have for a large or small city etc.
If you have as many questions about the different types of Spanish language courses UniSpain offers, you can have a look at our Types of Spanish Courses Overview page, which will give you a clear overview of all our Spanish courses, their advantages / disadvantages and for who they are best suited.
Click on the Spanish language course destination below, in the map or move down to scroll through all of them.
Alicante
Beach / Mountains: Yes / No
Inhabitants: 300,000
Weather: Winter 16Cº / 60Fº, Summer 26Cº / 78Fº
Cultural Interest: 5
Night Life: 7
About the Town:
Alicante is a middle sized city known for its nice climate. Located on the Costa Blanca, it has many nice beaches and is a popular tourist destinations. It has a beautiful boulevard and lovely shopping streets. Spanish Courses in Alicante.
Barcelona
Beach / Mountains: Yes / 2 hours
Inhabitants: 1,500,00
Weather: Winter 12Cº / 53Fº, Summer 25Cº / 77Fº
Cultural Interest: 9
Night Life: 8
About the Town:
Barcelona is a metropolitan and modern city. It is a perfect option for people who like a big city atmosphere and also want to enjoy the beaches and nice weather. People speak two languages: Spanish and Catalan. Spanish Language Courses in Barcelona.
Cadiz
Beach / Mountains: Yes / Nearby
Inhabitants: 130,500
Weather: Winter 10Cº / 50Fº, Summer 26Cº / 78Fº
Cultural Interest: 7
Night Life: 7
About the Town:
Cadiz is an old city with fabolous untouched beaches and one of the best climates in Europe. The city counts with many cultural monuments and places to go out and enjoy the life. Spanish Language Courses Cadiz
Gran Canaria
Beach / Mountains: Yes / Yes
Inhabitants: 800,000 (Island) 400.000 (La Palma - capital)
Weather: Winter 18Cº / 64Fº, Summer 28Cº / 83Fº
Cultural Interest: 7
Night Life: 8
About the Town:
Gran Canaria is one of the seven Canary Islands (the second in size, after Tenerife) and is therefor a touristic heavon. Studying Spanish on Gran Canaria means enjoying the rich landscapes and lovely climate all day, every day. Study Spanish in Gran Canaria.
Granada
Beach / Mountains: No / Yes
Inhabitants: 300,000
Weather: Winter 6Cº / 42Fº, Summer 28Cº / 83Fº
Cultural Interest: 7
Night Life: Academic year 8 (August 5)
About the Town:
Granada is a university city with more than 60,000 students located on the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and surrounded by Arab reminiscence. Study Spanish in Granada.
Madrid
Beach / Mountains: No / Nearby
Inhabitants: 3.500,000
Weather: Winter 4Cº / 39Fº, Summer 29Cº / 85Fº
Cultural Interest: 9
Night Life: 9
About the Town: Madrid is a big metropolitan city and the capital of Spain. There is always something happening (concerts, sport events, festivals). You will find yourself surrounded by many tourists as well as hard working Spanish people. Spanish Language Courses in Madrid.
Malaga
Beach / Mountains: Yes / Nearby
Inhabitants: 600,000
Weather: Winter 16Cº / 60Fº, Summer 29Cº / 85Fº
Cultural Interest: 7
Night Life: 8
About the Town:
Malaga is a quite big city with a friendly atmosphere and nice weather from February to October. The surrounding area (Costa del Sol) is ideal for part time jobs and fiestas. Study Spanish in Malaga.
Marbella
Beach / Mountains: Yes / Nearby
Inhabitants: 124,330
Weather: Winter 13.5Cº / 56Fº, Summer 22.5Cº / 72.5Fº
Cultural Interest: 6
Night Life: 9
About the Town:
Marbella is a small, resort town known for its luxurious style of shops and restaurants, and a retreat for many of the ‘rich and famous.’ With around 320 days of sun per year, Marbella is ideal for enjoying the Mediterranean on Spain’s Costa del Sol. Study Spanish in Marbella.
Salamanca
Beach / Mountains: No / Nearby
Inhabitants: 180,000
Weather: Winter 5Cº / 41Fº, Summer 27Cº / 82Fº
Cultural Interest: 9
Night Life: Academic year 9, Vacations 7
About the Town:
Salamanca is an ancient university town with about 50,000 students and a young cheerful atmosphere but also with many cultural attractions. The Spanish language spoken in Salamanca is one of the purest in Spain. Salamanca Spanish Language Courses.
San Sebastian
Beach / Mountains: Yes / Nearby
Inhabitants: 400,000
Weather: Winter 9Cº / 49Fº, Summer 20Cº / 69Fº
Cultural Interest: 6
Night Life: 8
About the Town:
San Sebastian is a small to medium-sized coastal city in northern Spain, just off the border with France. Impeccably maintained and surrounded by a rich natural bounty (including La Concha bay with its stunning views on Santa Clara island), the city offers modern convenience, history, and a great student nightlife scene.San Sebastian Spanish Language Courses.
Santiago de Compostela
Beach / Mountains: Nearby (Approx. 35 Km) / Nearby
Inhabitants: 93,000 (nearly 133,000 including university students)
Weather: Winter 8Cº / 46Fº, Summer 23Cº / 73Fº
Cultural Interest: 9
Night Life: Academic year 9, Vacations 7
About the Town:
Santiago is a dynamic city; there are about 40,000 students attending the University – which is one of the oldest in the world – plus the immense culture and history. Santiago is the supposed burial grounds of St. James the Apostle and is the ending point of the legendary Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage made by thousands each year. The city is lively and has a variety of different attractions and features for anybody and everybody. Santiago de Compostela Spanish Language Courses.
Sevilla
Beach / Mountains: No / No
Inhabitants: 700,000
Weather: Winter 14Cº / 59Fº, Summer 36Cº / 98Fº
Cultural Interest: 7
Night Life: 7
About the Town:
Sevilla is a big and vibrant city where you will find the essence of Andalucia - friendly people and a welcoming atmosphere. It does gets extremely hot during the summer months. Study Spanish in Sevilla.
Tenerife
Beach / Mountains: Yes / Yes
Inhabitants: 220,000 (Island)
Weather: Winter 19Cº / 67Fº, Summer 26Cº / 78Fº
Cultural Interest: 7
Night Life: 7
About the Town:
Known for the contrasts in its landscape, its perfect weather all year round and its charming people, Tenerife makes a great touristic resort as well as a nice place to study Spanish. Spanish Language Courses on Tenerife.
Valencia
Beach / Mountains: Yes / Yes
Inhabitants: 770,000
Weather: Winter 13Cº / 54Fº, Summer 25Cº / 77Fº
Cultural Interest: 7
Night Life: 7
About the Town: With its nice climate, energetic night live and rich history, Valencia is a popular city amongst students as well as tourists. Taste the Spanish culture and enjoy the international atmosphere. Spanish Courses in Valencia.
Further Help
If you are still not sure about where in Spain to study we can recommend that you take a look at our Blog where you can find articles like Which City to Study Spanish in Spain or the Top 5 Cheapest Cities in Spain.
The UniSpain staff will also be happy to help you with any doubts you might have - Please Contact Us.
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