Spain has established itself as a powerhouse in the world of fashion and fashion designers, from Manolo Blahnik to Paco Rabanne, and from Cristobal Balenciaga to Adolfo Dominguez. The popular high-end clothing brands of Zara and Mango are also both of Spanish origin. With this in mind, Spain becomes a great shopping haven for style hunters. The clothes have little or no import duty so they tend to be a little cheaper in Spain, which is great news for fans of these brands and designers. The key question is: Where are the best shopping streets in Catalonia and where you can find these stores? Step outside your Barcelona accommodation and we will take you on a magical tour of the best shopping areas in three Catalan cities.

Passeig de Gracia
Passeig de Gracia

Barcelona

Central Barcelona is abundant with shops and designers, the best known of which is Passeig de Gracia. Avinguda Diagonal and Portal de l’Angel are two places for International fashion and designer boutiques including the aforementioned Spanish designers plus the likes of Armani, Gucci, and Calvin Klein.

Tarragona

A walk down the Rambla Nova will bring you to a few designer stores, and the Parc Central Shopping Mall has outlets such as H&M, Zara, Mango, Massimo Dutti, and Body Shop. This complex is close to the main bus station so if you are visiting from your villa in the Costa Dorada it is a quick day trip.

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Girona

There are many independent shops and boutiques in Girona, including Massimo Dutti and Mango plus a myriad of shoe shops and accessory stores. You will find these in Carrer Nou and Carrer de Santa Clara, or delve into the old city and discover your bargains on the Rambla de la Libertat.

Whatever shopping experience you desire during your visit to Catalonia, one of these three cities will be able to fulfill your needs. Most towns are also home to Spain’s largest department store El Corte Ingles. Here you will find many of the Spanish designers, a wonderful shoe department, perfumeries, and much more. One thing is for sure, with completely different cities within reach of your vacation rental in Spain you will be spoiled for choice.

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