In Barcelona, you don't have to choose between going shopping or sightseeing. Wherever you go, you'll see that shops are part of city life. And while you discover unforgettable sights, you'll be welcomed by the window displays of leading international brands, modern designer shops and traditional shops that have been there since time immemorial.

Barcelona is a city of retail thoroughfares
The shopping route par excellence is the Barcelona Shopping Line, which showcases top-quality, leading brands from around the world; a surprising collection of cutting-edge shops featuring the latest trends; affordable fashion for young people...
The compact city model epitomised by Barcelona has boosted the development of the retail thoroughfares, located in different neighbourhoods and around Barcelona's municipal markets, that identify the city today and set it apart from other retail models and cities.

Barcelona Shopping Line
The streets and shops on the Barcelona Shopping Line are the most convenient option to enjoy Barcelona's retail offering.

Shopping routes
If you want to do some shopping and be original… choose a different route! We offer different routes tailored to every need and budget.

Tax Free
If you're not from the European Union you can take advantage of the special conditions for your purchases. Find out what they are!

BCNShop
Discounts, convenience, variety … the BCN SHOP offers a whole host of advantages. A world of culture, art and entertainment at the click of a mouse.

Barcelona Hotels
Families, couples, globetrotters and businesspeople… You'll feel right at home at any of Barcelona's 300 hotels, whatever your budget or the reason for your visit.

Barcelona Restaurants
The Catalan capital is also a culinary capital: prestigious chefs serve up our traditional cuisine and the flavours from around the world. Can you decide on one?

The bestsellers

This winter in Barcelona

In winter, Barcelona reveals its cultural activities and invites you to take a stroll, discover its shops and gastronomy. Here are some suggestions:

Take a stroll through the parks, discover new exhibitions, go to a concert or take a short trip out of town.

Barcelona welcomes you to...

Mitja Marató Barcelona. 26 February 2012
The 22nd Half Marathon covers an urban circuit of 21,097 km, is the first big race of 2012.
Mobile World Congress. 27 February – 1 March 2012
The most innovative industry-leading event in global mobile communications.
Alimentaria. 26-29 March 2012
The most important International Food and Beverages Exhibition in Spain and one of the world’s leading events of this type.
SITC. 20-22 April 2012
The biggest range of travel options, services and ideas for your free time.