Officially this market is called Mercat de Sant Josep. It's Spain's biggest fresh produce market and is visited frequently by both locals and tourists. The colourful market began as a street market on the Rambla in the thirteenth century. The construction of the current iron roof was started at the end of the nineteenth century and completed in 1914. Vegetables, fruit, fish and meat are all beautifully displayed. The entrance is located on the Ramba. [Read more]

Casas ranks highly among the best and most beautiful shoe shops in Barcelona. Any genuine shoe freak entering this shop won't know where to look first! From super hip sneakers to classic court shoes, from their own label to well-known major labels. They have it all. There are three shops in Barcelona, so you're bound to come across one during your visit! The shop on the Rambla has the biggest and most extensive selection of shoes. [Read more]

Juan Antonio Lopez is undoubtedly one of the hippest shoe designers of the moment. Every trendy shop carries his designs. In spring 2003, Lopez opened his own shop on the Conseil de Cent. The shop itself is a work of art: except for the art at the rear of the shop, the restrained minimalist interior is completely symmetrical. Designs vary from stilettos to loafers, all equally stylish yet comfortable. [Read more]