Shopping in Spain
There are a whole host of different reasons to go shopping in Spain. If you need an excuse to go, then how about the great weather, or the array of cultural options? Or because you'll find shops there that you don't have back home?
In all the major cities in Spain you'll find streets with top international brands, as well as big Spanish chains such as Zara, Mango and Custo Barcelona. You'll find artisans of every possible kind, making everything from hats to ceramics. Jewellers' shops selling exclusive designs and fashion outlets offering brand names at the best possible prices.
The Spanish have turned the pleasure of living into an art form, and they also apply the same philosophy to their way of shopping.
Enjoy a morning of retail therapy combined with a tour of the museums, or immerse yourself in an exquisite world of arts and crafts, then recharge your batteries in one of the numerous urban spas to be found among the city streets. Take a seat at one of the outdoor cafés in any of Spain's main squares and watch life go by while you plan your next purchase.
For many years the fame of Spanish designers abroad has been recognised with countless awards and shows on the world's most prestigious catwalks. However, these clothes aren't easy to come by outside of Spain; you'll find clothes here with top labels which you won't see worn by anyone else. Exclusivity at fantastic prices.
There is also plenty of room for tradition in Spain’s shops: the Spanish leather industry has been producing first-class leathers for centuries. Browse the small artisan shops or visit any of the large luxury stores, and you'll find the finest leathers transformed into clothing and exclusive goods.
If you’re in a generous mood then there’s a large variety of souvenirs to take back to friends and family. The excellent sherries, wines and spirits produced in Spain make excellent gifts, as do the delicious olive oils.