Barcelona – the capital of Catalunya and a fascinating oceanfront city – offers plenty of things to see and do. The ingenious work of architect Antoni Gaudi can be seen throughout the city, including his masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia temple, Parque Guell, Casa Battlo, Casa Mila and more. Art lovers will appreciate the Fundacio Joan Miro and the Museu Picasso, with modern art by both famous Spanish artists. Learn the history of the area at MUHBA, a history museum with a number of Roman archaeological sites on display. Another option is to simply relax at the beach, dine at the many restaurants or explore the many shops in the city. Shopaholics will particularly appreciate the shopping malls, as well as the best department stores in Barcelona, Spain. Check out our top picks below.
1. El Corte Inglés
Choose from a range of quality electrical goods, home decor products, computing electronics, books, fashion and accessories for the whole family and home entertainment items, at this branch of the famous department store. While El Corte Inglés tends to be expensive, their range of quality goods makes the shopping experience worthwhile. With department stores all over the country, this particular branch is ideally placed in the heart of the city in Plaça de Catalunya, close to all public transport and a short walk from Las Ramblas and the beach.
El Corte Inglés
Address: Plaça de Catalunya, 14, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: El Corte Inglés
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9:30am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
2. HEMA
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HEMA is renowned for selling attractive, modern products for everyday use, whether in the home or at school. All products have their own special appearance and have been made to be easy to use. The store works to test out the best products to ensure the best price and quality. Items include kitchenware, products for your beauty routine, toiletries, cute and colorful toys and home decor in a wide range of bright colors and styles.
HEMA
Address: Centro Comercial Glòries, Avinguda Diagonal, 208, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: HEMA
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm (closed on Sun)
3. Fnac
Fnac offers a physical shop as well as an online shopping experience. Their stores feature a range of items for the home, including books, domestic appliances, computer and electronic products, music CDs, DVDs of films and popular television shows, televisions, DVD players and articles for the baby. The shop is the best place to get your photos developed while on vacation and purchase more film, a new camera or mobile phone. A range of hardware and garden equipment and furnishing is also available.
Fnac
Address: Centro Comercial El Triangle, Plaça de Catalunya, 4, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: Fnac
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9:30am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
Shopping centers and malls in Barcelona, Spain
4. Las Arenas de Barcelona
Located in Plaça España, Las Arenas de Barcelona used to be a bullfighting area but in 2011, it was redesigned and reconstructed to become a major commercial center. The complex includes a variety of different stores, as well as a sports and music area. The rooftop of the center offers panoramic views over Barcelona. This floor also offers a range of restaurants encircling the whole building, one floor below offers cinemas, screening the latest films in Spanish.
Las Arenas de Barcelona
Address: Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 373 - 385, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: Las Arenas de Barcelona
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9am - 9pm (closed on Sun)
5. L'illa Diagonal
The L'illa Diagonal complex offers more than 170 shops and restaurants, but it also offers much more. There are two four-star hotels in the complex as well as a sports center, two schools, a concert platform, a disco and a car parking facility. The design of the building was inspired by the Rockefeller Center in New York City. Shops include fashion and accessories for the whole family, home decor, jewelry, food stores, electronics and more.
L'illa Diagonal
Address: Avinguda Diagonal, 557, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: L'illa Diagonal
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9:30am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
6. Glòries
Glòries is a sprawling shopping center with a total of 85 shops, including homeware, books, beauty, fashion, accessories, sports supplies and music. The center also boasts 30 restaurants, serving everything from fast food to international cuisines and traditional local food. The shopping mall also features a cinema complex with 10 screens, offering the latest in the film scene. The complex is ideally located in Avinguda Diagonal (Diagonal Avenue) in the heart of the shopping area of the city.
Glòries
Address: Avinguda Diagonal, 208, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: Glòries
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9:30am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
7. Diagonal Mar
Diagonal Mar is a sprawling shopping center and it is one of the largest in the region. The center is conveniently located at the start of Avinguda Diagonal. There is a range of stores including leisure, fashion, catering, homeware and other items. The complex also has an outdoor dining and leisure space named “La Terrassa del Mar” – or the Terrace of the Sea – offering all types of dining options. There is also a cinema complex, screening the latest movies in English or Spanish and in 3D.
Diagonal Mar
Address: Avinguda Diagonal, 3, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: Diagonal Mar
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9:30am - 1am; Fri - Sat: 9:30am - 3am; Sun: 11am - 1am
8. Maremagnum
Maremagnum is a shopping mall with a difference. The complex has a range of excellent boutiques, selling all the popular name brands in sportswear and fashion for men, women and children. Shoes and beauty products are also on sale, as well as high-tech products and popular toys for the kids. There are also restaurants with a variety of cuisines to choose from. Each summer, the shopping center offers a Downtown Market, with a variety of exciting food trucks selling delicious cuisines.
Maremagnum
Address: Moll d'Espanya, 5, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: Maremagnum
Opening hours: 10am - 9pm (daily)
9. La Maquinista
La Maquinista is a shopping mall offering a huge range of options, including 171 shops, 44 restaurants and 14 cinemas. Shoppers can choose from fashion, accessories, sports, electronics, beauty, books, music, toys and homeware items or head to the supermarket. When dining, the shopping center offers a wide range of tastes including popular fast food, ice cream, fine dining and more. The cinema complex offers 14 screens, playing the latest movies in both Spanish and English.
La Maquinista
Address: Carrer de Potosí, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: La Maquinista
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9:30am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
10. Gran Via 2
Located on the outskirts of the city in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Gran Via 2 is a sprawling and huge shopping complex located near the Fira exhibition center. The shopping center offers more than 180 stores, 24 restaurants and cafes and 15 cinema screens. There is a huge range of fashion and accessories for men, women and children available, as well as shoe stores, electronics shops, food stores and more. Dining includes everything from popular fast food and donuts to fine dining and delicious cuisines. You can also watch the latest films in the cinemas in English or Spanish.
Gran Via 2
Address: Avinguda de la Granvia de l’Hospitalet, 75, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain
Website: Gran Via 2
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 9:30am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
Shop until you drop
Besides exploring all the wonderful attractions of this multicultural city, including architectural and historical wonders and more, head to the sprawling shopping malls and centers and explore some of the best department stores in Barcelona, Spain.
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