Activities archive

On Wednesday, we are visiting a new immersive exposition in the city. Created by 15 global artists, with the aim to experience the physical and virtual world and the past, present and future of art and digital design.

Join us to discover the immersive, colour, shapes and limitless imagination of digital art in this mesmerizing exposition.

On Saturday, we are making a day trip to visit a fascinating and beautiful coastal town on the Costa Brava - Tossa de Mar. Located in the Girona Province, just 100km north of Barcelona. The town has a lot of history, from the Iberian and Romans settlement to current times, but it is most famous for its medieval town and stunning nature. We will explore the town, enjoy the weather, and maybe even take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea!

This Thursday, we are visiting one of the most well-known bars in the city, famous for its cocktails, they have a wide variety of unique flavors and may include foam, smoke, crushed ice, glazes, and even caviar.

Come along to mingle with your classmates and try amazing food and drinks!

This Thursday, we're going to a flamenco show! Get ready to witness an amazing Spanish flamenco performance in the heart of Barcelona at the Palau Dalmases, a beautiful 17th Century Palace. Come along and dive into the world of this traditional Spanish dance—it's going to be a blast!

To celebrate ‘juernes’ and the fact that the weekend is almost here, we are going to a famous bar located in the heart of the city. It’s renowned for serving some of the best patatas bravas in the city, as well as amazing vermut and other tapas. Come along to enjoy this amazing Spanish must-try dish!

Come with us as we visit one of the most charming villages of Costa Brava - Calella de la Palafrugell. We’ll explore the old fishermen's houses with colorful shutters, alleys that join the sea to the picturesque town, quaint beaches, and quiet coves. Calella de Palafrugell captures the essence of the Mediterranean, to say the least!

On Thursday, we'll meet at one of the most impressive rooftops in Barcelona to watch the sunset with a drink in hand. Come and appreciate some wonderful views of the city, and enjoy tapas and drinks with your Speakeasy classmates!

This Thursday, we will visit the first major project of the greatest Catalan architect, Antoni Gaudí.
This lesser-known summer house of the Vicens family was built between 1883 and 1885 and boasts an orient style, which was very popular during this period. However, you can begin to see the talent of Gaudi and the seed of his genius designs that influenced later works.

This Wednesday, join us for a picnic in a beautiful garden in Montjuïc - Jardins de Mossèn Cinto Verdaguer. Meet and mingle with your classmates, practice your Spanish outside the classroom, and enjoy the sun, music, drinks, and games! Feel free to bring snacks and drinks.

On Saturday, the 3rd of June, we’ll visit one of the most beautiful towns in Spain. Peñíscola is a medieval city presided over by a castle, which seen from afar seems to rise above the sea.

Famous for its walls, its stables, and its sandy beaches, it has been featured in many movies and TV shows, such as Game of Thrones!

We will take part in a creative masterclass where you can make your own ceramic piece! A teacher will guide you at all times so that you learn to apply all the necessary techniques to your work of art. The activity is designed for everyone, so even if you don't have any experience, you can make your own mug, plate, or bowl! And of course, we will have some drinks, chat and have fun!

This Thursday, we will dive into an immersive journey through the mind of one of the foremost artists of the world - Salvador Dalí.

This exhibit is not only a retrospective of the works of the Catalan genius, we will explore his most recognized paintings from a totally new and interactive perspective with large format projections, holograms and artificial intelligence.

This Wednesday, we’ll get lost in one of the most beautiful gardens in Barcelona - Parc de Laberint d'Horta. Horta's Labyrinth Park was created at the end of 18th century in collaboration with Italian architect Domenico Bagutti. Two centuries later, it’s now Barcelona’s oldest park that’s still in use.

Join us on Saturday 20th of May as we visit one of the most charming villages in the Costa Brava. It was also one of Salvador Dalí’s favorite places. Yep, we’re talking about Cadaques!
We will enjoy its beaches, white streets adorned with flowers, and boutique shops. Dalí lovers will have the opportunity to visit Salvador Dalí’s house-museum which he built throughout his life, and you’ll see how the famous artist and his wife, Gala, lived.

Pintxos - the Basque version of tapas. Carrer Blai in Poble Sec is a pedestrian street lined with bars serving tasty pintxos and beer. The idea is to hop from place to place, sampling different pintxos as you go.

Join us this Thursday to mingle with your Speakeasy classmates and enjoy authentic Basque cuisine together.

This Friday, we will attend an end-of-the-week music event at Bridge 48 Studios, a premier music hub in Barcelona. This venue not only trains up-and-coming DJs, but also attracts some of the most talented DJs from all over Europe!

Join us to listen to the DJs' sets, mingle with your Speakeasy classmates over a few drinks, and maybe even have some fun experimenting with the decks!

Join us as we visit one of the most iconic places in Barcelona - the Picasso Museum. It holds one of the most extensive collections of artworks by the 20th-century Spanish artist Pablo Picasso.

The museum is located in five adjoining medieval palaces in Barcelona's La Ribera neighborhood, a prestigious location of merchants and nobility from wealthy merchants in the Gothic to Baroque periods.

Keen to explore more of Catalonia? On Saturday 6th of May, we will explore the town of Peratallada, located in the province of Girona, halfway between Barcelona and the French border. With extraordinary appeal and beauty, it preserves its ancient appearance, with narrow streets and alleyways.
After that, we will move to the town of Pals, located in the Baix Empordà region, it's a small town famous for its beautiful cobbled streets and Gothic buildings, ideal for a scenic stroll with your classmates!

Join us for a picnic in the park! We’ll meet in one of the most beautiful parks in Barcelona, Parc de la Ciutadella.
Meet and mingle with your classmates, practice your Spanish outside the classroom and enjoy the sun, music, drinks, and games!

Feel free to bring snacks and drinks!

On Thursday, we’ll visit one of the most peculiar cafés in the city, inhabited by fairies and gnomes and surrounded by enormous trees.
The café is located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, but you will find yourself in a fantasy world, like something out of a movie.
Come along to try this unique experience and enjoy some drinks with your classmates!

This Wednesday, we will visit one of Barcelona's lesser-known speakeasy music bars to enjoy a concert by Bradley Lauretti, a talented songwriter originally from Brooklyn, NY, who has spent the past 10 years performing all over the world. He has performed at Retrospectrum: Bob Dylan at the Frost Art Museum, Live at Heart (Sweden), End of the Road (UK), and won the Artsville Songwriting Contest. Plus, he is a fellow Speakeasy student! Join us for the concert, the speakeasy bar ambiance, and some delicious cocktails.

On Saturday, we’ll be leaving Barcelona to visit two charming Catalan medieval towns - Siurana y Montblanc, located in the south of the region. First, we will stop by a small village in the Priorat province, Siurana, to visit a magical enclave to revel in the village's beauty and learn about the legends that have been set there. After that, we will drive deep into the country to visit Montblanc. This fascinating village used to be one of the most significant medieval towns, and on this weekend they will host their annual medieval market.

This Wednesday, we’ll be trying out a restaurant specializing in one of the most famous Spanish foods: Croquetas!
There will be a wide variety of different flavors and fillings, along with other delicious tapas and drinks.
Come along to enjoy a nice dinner in one of the best croquetas places in the city and meet other Speakeasy students!

On Thursday, we will take part in a creative masterclass where you’ll get to take home your own painting! A teacher will guide you step by step so that you learn to apply all the necessary techniques to your work of art. The activity is designed for everyone, so even if you don't have any experience, the result is sure to surprise you! And of course, we will have some wine and other drinks, chat and enjoy our time together!