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Spain

Sun, tapas, and a surprisingly cashless culture

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WhatsApp is the dominant communication app in Spain . locals use it for everything from restaurant reservations to customer service. Bizum is Spain's peer-to-peer payment system embedded in banking apps and is widely accepted even at small businesses.

11 apps6 essentialEurope

Last updated: March 2026

Cabify

Essential

Spain's homegrown ride-hailing app, founded in Madrid. Offers transparent upfront pricing with no surge pricing.

Pro tip: Cabify often beats Uber on price in Madrid and has a strong presence in smaller cities where Uber coverage thins out.

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Connects you with licensed taxis across Spain including Barcelona, Madrid, and Seville. Drivers are experienced locals.

Pro tip: Especially useful in Barcelona where taxi culture is strong and some areas restrict Uber and Cabify.

Uber

Nice to have

Available in Spain's major cities including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Good backup option.

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Glovo

Essential

Spain's dominant delivery super-app, originally founded in Barcelona. Delivers food, groceries, pharmacy items, and more.

Pro tip: Glovo Express delivers groceries in under 30 minutes from dark stores . a lifesaver for self-catering stays.

Just Eat

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One of Spain's most established food delivery platforms with over 4,000 restaurant partners, focusing on independent local restaurants.

Pro tip: Often has better deals on local Spanish restaurants compared to Glovo, especially outside Madrid and Barcelona.
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Bizum

Essential

Spain's hugely popular instant bank-to-bank payment system, integrated into most Spanish banking apps. Used for splitting bills and paying vendors.

Pro tip: Requires a Spanish bank account. Ask your accommodation host if they accept Bizum . many do.
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