Tourism statisticsCity2026
Barcelona Tourism Statistics: 12.6M Visitors in 2024
Barcelona, in Catalonia, Spain, recorded 12.6 million overnight visitors in 2024, Ajuntament de Barcelona (Observatori del Turisme a Barcelona) reports. AirROI estimates 348,451 Airbnb stays in Barcelona in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was May, and the quietest was December.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 2,236,787
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 6.4 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- May
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 96%
Key facts
Barcelona Tourism Facts
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Official
- Ajuntament de Barcelona (Observatori del Turisme a Barcelona) puts Barcelona at 12.6 million overnight visitors in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Barcelona at 348,451 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Barcelona added up to 2,236,787 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Barcelona lasted 6.4 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 56 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks May the busiest Airbnb month in Barcelona in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by October and April, with December the quietest.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb in Barcelona had no single high season in the 12 months to October 2026: the three busiest months were May, October and April.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Barcelona in June were booked furthest ahead, about 73 days, against 39 days for January, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 96% of Barcelona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United States at 23% and France at 12%.
- Among Barcelona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, London was the top origin city at 2.8%, ahead of Paris at 2.2%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Barcelona first for Airbnb stays among the 55 towns it lists in Catalonia in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Barcelona?
Ajuntament de Barcelona (Observatori del Turisme a Barcelona) counted 12.6 million overnight visitors in 2024.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12.6 millionOvernight visitors | Tourists staying in tourist accommodation in the city of Barcelona in 2024 | 2024 | Ajuntament de Barcelona (Observatori del Turisme a Barcelona) |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Barcelona
Barcelona had 11,041 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 348,451 stays and 2,236,787 nights. A typical stay lasted 6.4 nights and was booked about 56 days ahead, longer than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 11,041
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 348,451
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 2,236,787
- Typical stay
- 6.4 nights
- Booked ahead
- 56 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Barcelona?
On Airbnb, May was the busiest month in Barcelona in the 12 months to October 2026, then October and April. December was the quietest. The busiest months do not sit together, so there is no single high season.
May ranks first, December last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: May, October, April, August, June, July, September, March, February, November, January, December.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| May | 9.5% | 69 days |
| October | 9.4% | 59 days |
| April | 9.0% | 60 days |
| August | 8.9% | 67 days |
| June | 8.7% | 73 days |
| July | 8.5% | 60 days |
| September | 8.5% | 60 days |
| March | 8.4% | 52 days |
| February | 7.7% | 46 days |
| November | 7.6% | 47 days |
| January | 6.9% | 39 days |
| December | 6.9% | 42 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Barcelona Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Barcelona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, nearly all came from abroad (96%), led by the United States at 23% and France at 12%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, London was the top origin city at 2.8%, ahead of Paris at 2.2%. The figures rest on 2,153,029 reviews, written over many years.
96% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 96%
- From within Spain 4%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Barcelona
How many tourists visit Barcelona?
Barcelona had 12.6 million overnight visitors in 2024, according to Ajuntament de Barcelona (Observatori del Turisme a Barcelona). AirROI estimates 348,451 Airbnb stays in Barcelona in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Barcelona?
The busiest Airbnb month in Barcelona in the 12 months to October 2026 was May, then October and April.
What is the quietest month in Barcelona?
December was the quietest Airbnb month in Barcelona in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and January ranked 11th. Stays in December were booked about 42 days ahead, against 73 days for June.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Barcelona?
A typical Airbnb stay in Barcelona lasted 6.4 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 56 days ahead. That is longer than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 5.3 nights in September to 6.7 nights in January.
Where do Airbnb guests in Barcelona come from?
Of Barcelona Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 96% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United States at 23% and France at 12%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was London at 2.8%, ahead of Paris at 2.2%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Ajuntament de Barcelona (Observatori del Turisme a Barcelona) counts overnight visitors (12.6 million in 2024). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 348,451 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 348,451 stays at 6.42 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 2,153,029 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.