🇪🇸 Western Europe
Cities & towns in Spain
Where you land inside Spain matters more than the country itself. Browse the most popular cities for American expats, or take a 60-second quiz to surface the top 5 that fit your lifestyle.
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Answer 8 quick questions about pace, beaches, transit, and budget — we'll rank the top 5 cities.
Madrid
Pop. ~3.3M
Big, walkable European capital with world-class food, transit, and nightlife.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
1/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
7/10
Barcelona
Pop. ~1.6M
Mediterranean coastal city with beaches, design culture, and an active expat scene.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
9/10
Expat community
9/10
Housing cost
8/10
Valencia
Pop. ~800,000
Mid-size coastal city — cheaper than Madrid/Barcelona, with beaches and great weather.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
9/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
5/10
Seville
Pop. ~680,000
Andalusian classic — flamenco, tapas, and very hot summers in a deeply walkable center.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
3/10
Expat community
6/10
Housing cost
4/10
Málaga
Pop. ~580,000
Costa del Sol hub blending beach lifestyle with a growing remote-work community.
Walkability
8/10
Beach access
10/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
6/10