Must-see shopping in Spain

  • Cabracadabra

    Fuerteventura

    Try this vivacious shop for silk-screen-printed fashions or a pair of absolutely stunning Pisaverde shoes – each pair is unique (so they say).

  • Mercat de Pere Garau

    Palma de Mallorca

    Serving the working class northeast of Palma, the Pere Garau is bursting with fresh fruit, vegetables, smallgoods, seafood, pastries and more.

  • Tejuelo

    León

    This gorgeous shop and workshop sells leather-bound books, fountain pens and other handcrafted stationery. It also does its own book-binding.

  • El Paladar

    Ciutadella

    Delve into this deli-like jamonería (Iberian ham shop) for wines, pickles, pâtés, ripe local cheeses and plenty of pig products.

  • L’Illa

    Barcelona

    One of Barcelona's best and biggest shopping centres, with high-end boutiques, high-street favourites and a mesmerising spread of eateries.

  • Galería 4

    Valencia

    This attractive little gallery and framing shop makes for a pleasant browse and is a good spot to pick up a piece of Valencian modern art.

  • Tienda Real Madrid

    Madrid

    The club shop of Real Madrid sells the full gamut of football memorabilia. From the shop window, you can see down onto the stadium itself.

  • La Vianda de León

    León

    This is an excellent gourmet deli out in the newer part of town with everything from cheeses, wines and cured meats to local pastries.

  • Devil Records

    Valencia

    This central, well-established little music shop deals mostly in new and used vinyl, with rock predominant. A great spot for a browse.

  • Don Queso

    León

    This marvellous little cheese shop has been around forever. The selection is outstanding and they usually let you try before you buy.

  • Codo

    Madrid

    Designer jewellery from Barcelona, with a larger store not far away, off Plaza de la Villa.

  • Jamones Cano González

    Las Alpujarras

    Load up on Trevélez jamón at this shop bursting with cured meats, local cheeses, organic olive oil and Alpujarras wines.

  • La Luci Delicatessen

    Logroño

    Browse for wines, cheeses, olive oils, craft beers, vermouth and boxed biscuits in carousel tins at this tantalising little store.

  • Confiteria Alonso

    Castilla y León

    This place is known for its home-made chocolate and traditional local mantecadas, a cake-like sweet peculiar to Astorga.

  • Market

    Northeastern Mallorca

    Artà's bustling traditional market comes to the centre of town each Tuesday, with stalls selling local produce and handicrafts.

  • La Abacería

    Castilla y León

    Local gourmet foods from the Zamora area are sold here, but it's the wines from Toro in particular that take centre stage.

  • Jorge Revilla

    Burgos

    Local Burgos jewellery designer Jorge Revilla is becoming a global name for his exquisite and sophisticated silver pieces.

  • Market

    Menorca

    Ferreries' weekly market overflows with fresh local produce and Menorcan crafts, and folk dancing happens in high season.

  • Convento de las Dueñas

    Salamanca

    The time-honoured tradition of monks and nuns making sweets and selling them to a paying public is alive at this convent.

  • Kauf Vintage

    Valencia

    An excellent selection of vintage clothing marks this out as a key Russafa port of call. You can order online as well.

  • Morrico Fino

    Aragón

    One of several tiny shops selling regional food products (pâté, jams, sausage) and wines found hidden in Sos' lanes.

  • El Tio Picho

    Extremadura

    Las Hurdes is known for its excellent honey and El Tio Picho sells a good selection, as well as other local produce.

  • Beltza

    Parte Vieja

    Browse for vinyl and CDs from the Basque Country and beyond at this chequerboard-tiled record shop. Cash only.

  • El Escribano

    León

    Some lovely etchings and reproductions of medieval art are among the many attractions of this classy shop.

  • Balenciaga

    Salamanca

    Flagship store for the celebrated Basque Balenciaga brand, with a stunning limestone-and-marble interior.

  • Camper

    Palma de Mallorca

    Best known of Mallorca’s famed shoe brands, funky, eco-chic Camper is now incredibly popular worldwide.

  • Artesanía La Gárgola

    Segovia

    Check out these unusual, high-quality handmade crafts and souvenirs in ceramic, wood and textile.

  • Mandarin

    Fuerteventura

    Gorgeous, cool and very stylish jewellery, scarves, blouses, jackets, shirts and bags.

  • El Corte Inglés

    L'Eixample

    A large department store selling clothing, electronics, books and more.

  • Bordados Valldemossa

    Palma de Mallorca

    Embroidered linens, many made on the island, fill this old-timey shop.

  • Vinos Ojosnegros

    Ribera del Duero

    One of the better wine shops in town. It's not far from the river.

  • Ánagora

    Ribera del Duero

    An excellent wine shop in the heart of the old town.

  • Cristina Oria

    Salamanca

    Gorgeous gourmet goodies make this a terrific spot for planning a picnic or gifts for friends back home. Everything is perfectly packaged, service is…

  • Le Chocolat

    Bilbao

    The Bilbao-inspired treats here include chocolates in the shape of pavement tiles and Athletic Bilbao football jerseys. At Christmas, it's also one of the…

  • Castañer

    Salamanca

    Castañer sells hand-made alpargatas (rope-soled shoes and sandals), and it's done so since 1927. These aren't your casual affairs, but rather seriously…

  • El Gato Que Bebia Cerveza

    Valladolid

    'The Cat That Drank Beer' is one of the few places in Valladolid where you can pick up craft beers, both Spanish and international.

  • Alimentación Panta

    Valladolid

    The pick of the delicatessens in downtown Valladolid, Panta serves up regional wines, cured meats and cheeses, and an enticing range of packaged goodies.

  • Majuelos Singulares

    Valladolid

    This small neighbourhood wine shop has carefully chosen wines from the Ribera del Duero and beyond.

  • Enkarterri

    Bilbao

    Products at this little deli are all sourced from the mountainous rural municipality of Enkarterri to Bilbao's west. Along with sourdough loaves baked…

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