Barcelona

Are you a shopaholic? Then you'll really want to know where the best stores and the biggest shopping streets are. This is our selection of shops you shouldn't miss!

Escribà Barcelona was the first city in Europe to have a chocolate factory! So you'll also see the Spanish Willie Wonka at this pasteleria. Escriba supplies tarts and cakes to celebrities like the Rolling Stones, and even the Pope is partial to these heavenly creations. The chain operates three shops in Bar... [Read more]

Juan Antonio Lopez 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... [Read more]

Mandarina Duck A well-known shop in Barcelona for bags for both him and her. It's an Italian brand, not too expensive, with an extensive collection of very hip bags, suitcases etc. Apart from its wide range of bags, the shop also carries clothes and jewellery. Designs vary from the simple and stylish to the unique... [Read more]