Must-see shopping in Spain

  • Trufas Martínez

    L'Eixample & Southern Valencia

    The aromas are mouthwatering in this unassuming shop, where 80 years' worth of experience has resulted in chocolate truffle perfection, as well as…

  • Gourmet Experience

    Madrid

    On a winning perch high above Plaza del Callao and with stunning views down Gran Vía, this food court has a fabulous store for foodies looking for Spanish…

  • La Despensa

    Castilla y León

    Unlike other food shops in this stretch of street west of the Plaza Mayor, La Despensa is a delicatessen that focuses on jamón and other cured meats – if…

  • Elkano 1 Gaztagune

    San Sebastián

    Over 40 different artisan cheeses fill this aromatic little timber-lined shop. Most are from the Basque Country, including the owner's own Idiazabal …

  • Elkar

    Parte Vieja

    For a huge range of travel books and guides, maps and hiking books in English, Spanish and French, try this specialist travel bookshop. Almost opposite is…

  • Luz de Luna

    Ibiza

    Just back from the seafront, Santa Eulària's most stylish boutique stocks flowing and fitted island-chic dresses in silk and cotton, boho bags, quirky…

  • Hitz

    Gros

    On one of Gros' liveliest lanes, this women's wear boutique is a great place to hit up when you need a new piece for your travel wardrobe. Browse for soft…

  • Los Balanchares

    Andalucía

    Zuheros is renowned for its cheeses and you can see and buy a top selection at this wonderful organic goat- and sheep-cheese maker, on the Doña Mencía…

  • Loreak Mendian

    San Sebastián

    Basque label Loreak Mendian specialises in affordable style for men and women – everything from T-shirts and hoodies to dresses and lightweight sweaters…

  • Purificación García

    L'Eixample

    Spanish designer Purificación García's collections are breathtaking as much for their breadth as anything else. You’ll find all kinds of clothing over…

  • Ozz Barcelona

    La Ribera

    Cutting-edge Barcelona designers take centre stage at slow-fashion-focused concept boutique and coworking space Ozz. Its handmade jewellery and bold…

  • Desperate Literature

    Madrid

    One of Madrid's best international bookshops, Desperate Literature sells mostly English books, with some in Spanish, French and other languages. Fiction…

  • Nu Sabates

    La Ribera

    A modern-day Catalan cobbler has put together original handmade leather shoes for men and women (and a handful of bags and other leather items) in a…

  • Ojalá Madrid

    Madrid

    Colourful, stylish women's fashions by local designer Paloma del Pozo are well worth seeking out at the top end of Huertas. The look somehow manages to be…

  • La Bendita

    Bilbao

    The gourmet delicacies at La Bendita are sourced almost exclusively from the Basque Country. You'll find chocolates, foie gras, anchovies, olive oils,…

  • Mercat d’Artesania de Sant Joan

    North & Interior Ibiza

    Every Sunday, Sant Joan hosts one of the most authentic farmers' markets in Ibiza, with stalls selling organic local produce alongside traditional crafts…

  • La Despensa de Fer

    León

    One of the better delicatessens around town, selling much-praised cured meats (including cecina, one that's typical of the region), cheeses and, unusually…

  • Madame Bugalú

    Valencia

    Madame Bugalú and her killer poodle, to give it its full name. Stylish and fairly pricey by Spanish standards, it offers women's clothing, bags, earrings…

  • La Central

    El Raval

    Built into what was originally a chapel, La Central stocks an impressive range of titles in various languages (including Barcelona guides) and a smart…

  • Nómada

    Parte Vieja

    For something really special, check out the exquisite carpets, bags and other artefacts here, all ethically sourced by the proprietors. For something a…

  • Mercado de Mossén Sorell

    Barrio del Carmen

    This petite and luminous market occupies an interesting part of the Barrio del Carmen. A facelift has left it looking lovely, and it's a great destination…

  • Casa Cuartero

    Toledo

    Just north of the cathedral, this fabulous food shop (here since 1920) sells marzipan, cured meats, wines, cheeses, olive oils and all manner of local…

  • La Aldaba

    Castilla-La Mancha

    A great place to browse for gourmet gift ideas, La Aldaba stocks handsomely packaged tins of olive oils, local wines, cheeses and sweets, as well as the…

  • Fet a Sóller

    Sóller

    Fet a Sóller is an altogether different culinary experience. Mallorcan products, primarily from Sóller, line the shelves: olive oils, wines, almonds, jams…

  • Sans i Sans

    La Ribera

    Run by the owners of coffee-loving El Magnífico across the road, this exquisite tea shop stocks well over a hundred varieties of tea from around the world…

  • Astarloa

    Bilbao

    All creaking wood and leather-bound volumes, this charming antique book shop is one for browsing as much as buying. Most of the books are in Spanish, but…

  • Regia

    L'Eixample

    In business since 1928, Barcelona-born Regia stocks Spanish and international fragrance and beauty brands, along with Diptyque candles. It also has its…

  • FC Botiga Megastore

    Barcelona

    This sprawling three-storey shop at Camp Nou has footballs, shirts, scarves, socks, wallets, bags, footwear – pretty much anything you can think of – all…

  • La Ranilla

    Puerto de la Cruz

    Look for a tiny former fisherman’s cottage painted brilliant turquoise; it's now the happy home to this crafts shop specialising in innovative local…

  • Pas Si Simple

    Gros

    'Not so easy' is a bit of a misleading (French) name for this handsome women's boutique in Gros – given the easy-going, seemingly effortless style on…

  • Nollegiu

    Barcelona

    Within the turquoise-tiled former home of an old 20th-century neighbourhood shop, this inviting book specialist stocks Catalan and Spanish titles, along…

  • Campos de Ibiza

    Ibiza Town

    Focused on perfumes infused with summery island scents (such as mandarin, jasmine or almond blossom), Campos de Ibiza is a fab little spot for picking up…

  • Altaïr

    L'Eixample

    Enter a travel wonderland at this extensive bookshop, founded in 1979, which has enough guidebooks, maps, travel literature and other works to induce a…

  • Record Sevilla

    La Macarena & Alameda de Hércules

    Fancy mixing flamenco with house? Then grab your vinyl at this music shop full of new and used records – covering everything from folk to indie and hard…

  • Ukka

    Barcelona

    Founded in 1995, Ukka makes its bohemian-inspired women's fashion and accessories (including scarves, hats and eye-catching jewellery) at its Barcelona…

  • Surco

    Barcelona

    Going strong since the 1970s, Surco is an obligatory stop for music lovers, especially fans of vinyl. You'll find loads of new and used records and CDs…

  • La Alpizpa

    Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas & Costa Adeje

    Right on the seafront, this shop standing all by itself sells an eye-catching range of high-quality and diverse arts and crafts created by people with…

  • Loewe

    Salamanca

    Born in 1846 in Madrid, Loewe is arguably Spain’s signature line in high-end fashion. Classy handbags and accessories are the mainstays and prices can be…

  • Sportivo

    Malasaña & Conde Duque

    It's rare to find a Madrid store that focuses solely on men's fashions, but this place bucks the trend. Brands like Carven, YMC and Commune of Paris draw…

  • Mercat de Galvany

    Barcelona

    Opened in 1927, Galvany is one of the city's most beautiful markets, with a brick facade and glass- and cast-iron interior. Over 80 stalls sell an…

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