248 Best Places to Shop in Spain

Luis and his two brothers are independent third-generation jewelers whose work is distinguished by intricate filigree. The most stunning specimens—costing more than €1,000—are fashioned out of gold and pearls, but there are more affordable options made from silver and semiprecious stones. Visit their boutique, or purchase from their online Etsy catalog.

At Salamanca's most historic market with more than 50 stalls, you can stock up on local gourmet specialties—such as farinato sausages, jamón ibérico, and sheep's cheeses—and round out your shopping spree with a glass of wine at any of the traditional tapas counters.

Just across the Ronda Sant Pau, a street dividing El Raval from Sant Antoni, sits this market, designed in 1882 by Antoni Rovira i Trias and considered the city's finest example of wrought-iron architecture. The Greek-cross-shaped building covers an entire block, and some of the best Moderniste stall facades in Barcelona distinguish this exceptional space. A painstaking decade-long restoration incorporated the medieval archaeological remains underneath. The market is a foodie paradise of fruit, vegetables, fish, cheeses, and more, as well as counters for dining. On Sunday, when the interior is closed, you can wander the outdoor stalls of the weekly morning flea market searching for stamps and coins, comic books and trading cards, VHS, CDs, vinyl, and vintage clothing.

Norman Vilalta was a lawyer in Buenos Aires before he decided to do something rather unusual: learn the trade of a traditional cobbler. He moved to Florence, Italy, to apprentice and learn the trade, and then set up shop in Barcelona. Today he is one of a handful of people in the world who produce artisanal bespoke shoes, which take three months to make (and can be shipped worldwide). The shoes come complete with a video showing the entire making of, and will set you back somewhere between €2,500 and €5,000. However, you will also join the ranks of the chef Ferran Adrià, the architect Oscar Tusquets, and members of the Spanish royal family as owner of a pair of Norman Vilalta shoes. And since they fit like no other and last a lifetime, you might consider it a worthy investment. For a more affordable option, Vilalta's ready-to-wear footwear is available at the high-fashion emporium Santa Eulalía on the Passeig de Gràcia.

This sprawling 19th-century factory complex—with its gorgeous brick architecture, towering chimney, multiple courtyards, and verdant garden—now serves as creative studio space for designers and artists. On the first weekend of every month, the Palo Alto Market invites the public to step inside the gates and experience the vast, very cool space. There's live music and DJs, street food trucks, and dozens upon dozens of stalls selling a range of goods, from crafts to clothing. 

The late Mey Hofmann, a constellation in Barcelona's gourmet galaxy for the last three decades through her restaurant and cooking courses, established this sideline dedicated exclusively to pastry. Everything from the lightest, flakiest croissants to the cakes, tarts, and ice creams are about as good they get in this legendary sweets emporium. 

For the best margaritas in town (no, not those—these are crunchy-edged madeleines made with almonds), head to what is allegedly the oldest commercial establishment in Catalonia, founded in 1806.

A favorite among local fashionistas, this store has two branches—one dedicated to high-end women's wear and another to furniture and decor—on the same street.

Embodying Bilbao's electric urban pulse, this Casco Viejo concept store sells ceramics, textiles, accessories, and other up-to-the-minute statement pieces designed by its three young owners. 

This sleek cheese shop with on-site "caves" for aging is a cheese lover's paradise. Seek out rare treasures like Torrejón, a raw ashed-rind sheep’s cheese from Castile, and snap up a bottle of organic Spanish wine while you're at it. There's a second location in La Latina on Carrera de San Francisco 14.

Satisfy your jamón cravings at this gourmet shop specializing in acorn-fed pork products. There are usually baskets of terrific La Dalia pimentón on sale as well; grab one or two tins here as they're hard to find outside Extremadura.

A shop dedicated exclusively to men's accessories of the finest kind, the Outpost was created by a former Prada buyer who considers it his mission to bring stylishness to Barcelona men with this oasis of avant-garde fashion. The constantly changing window displays are works of art, providing a first taste of what's to be found inside: Robert Clergerie shoes, Albert Thurston suspenders, Roland Pineau belts, Yves Andrieux hats, Balenciaga ties. You enter the Outpost as a mere mortal, but leave it as a gentleman—provided you carry the necessary cash.

This century-old purveyor that supplies top restaurants in the area is a great place to stock up on premium conservas (preserved and canned foods) and sacks of mottled alubias de Álava (Álava pinto beans). Tinned vegetables are Victofer's forte with piquillo peppers and white asparagus tips being particularly exceptional. 

Near Santa Maria del Mar, this is perhaps the best wine treasury in Barcelona, with a truly massive catalog, tastings, courses, and events, including a hugely popular street party to welcome in new-harvest wines (usually late October or early November). Under the same ownership, the tiny grocery store next door offers exquisite artisanal cheeses ranging from French goat cheese to Extremadura's famous Torta del Casar. There are a few tables inside, and, for a corkage fee, you can enjoy a bottle of wine together with a tasting platter.

These are not your grandma's embroideries! Yolanda Andrés's thought-provoking "paintings with thread" interpret the centuries-old technique through a modern-day lens—with stunning results. Beyond the framed artwork (don't miss the technicolor "Artichoke" line), there are embroidered pillowcases, totes, and more.

One of Barcelona's longtime fashion giants, this is one of Spain's leading clothing designers, with many locations around town. Famed as the creator of the Iberia Airlines uniforms, Adolfo Domínguez has been in the not-too-radical mainstream of Spanish couture for the past quarter century.

One of Barcelona's longtime fashion giants, this is one of Spain's leading clothing designers, with many locations around town. Famed as the creator of the Iberia Airlines uniforms, Adolfo Domínguez has been in the not-too-radical mainstream of Spanish couture for the past quarter century.

This popular Galician designer creates simple, elegant lines for men and women. Of the numerous locations around the city, this flagship is the most varied and cutting-edge.

Amateur and professional cooks will love this terrific little shop (est. 1978) that sells everything from paella pans to earthenware cazuelas (casserole dishes) to olive-wood cheese boards. Cooking classes in Spanish are also available.

This is the best city-center shop for Basque-made artisan items such as patterned tablecloths and linens, goatskin jai alai balls, ceramics, and traditional dress.

All kinds of ceramics, in both traditional and contemporary styles, are sold here.

The extrovert Juan Tito can often be found at the potter's wheel in his rambling shop, which is packed with ceramics of every size and shape.

Barcelona's premier travel and adventure bookstore stocks many titles in English. Book presentations and events scheduled here feature a wide range of notable authors from Alpinists to Africanists.

Ethical fashion is all the rage in Barcelona and perhaps nowhere more so than at Angle Store. Here you can discover clothing and accessories by the in-house brand and a selection of local and international designers that share its responsible, ethical values and views. 

Look for an elegant and innovative selection of relaxed knits, coats, and dresses at this stylish boutique. Anna Povo's designs tend to sleek and minimalist, in cool tones of gray and beige.

Lighting design and kitchen and bathroom fixtures, along with furniture and diverse objects by acclaimed architects and designers, are on display here in this clean-lined upper Barcelona shop managed by architects and interior designers Marta Ventós and Nuria Torrecilla.

In the same building where Joan Miró was born, Artevistas showcases a rotating collection of contemporary art, with an emphasis on young and emerging talent. Though many of the featured artists are from or based in Barcelona, notable international artists including actor and photographer Norman Reedus of The Walking Dead and The Libertines frontman, Peter Doherty, have exhibited here.

Founded in 1906, this boutique carries fine handcrafted silver.

If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind statement piece for your home, look no further than Azul Tierra. This 1,400-square-foot showroom is filled with weird and wonderful interior design from all around the world, from sculptures, to ornaments, knick-knacks and furniture—all carefully selected by owner and designer Toni Espuch on his travels.