The best shopping areas in Barcelona

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Traveling to Barcelona and not going shopping is a big mistake. We're not saying it, the consultant says so Global Blue Centre, ranking it as the second-best shopping city in the world. Not only for its extensive offerings of markets or shopping centers, but also for highlighting affordable electricity and public transportation hours, factors that place Barcelona at the forefront of shopping. Let's explore the best shopping areas in Barcelona.

Barcelona combines originality, personality, and quality in the same space. What do you think? Shall we go shopping?

Shopping Areas:

• La Rambla: This is the most famous street in Barcelona. From Port Vell to Plaza Catalunya, you will find old shops, souvenir stores, beautiful flower stalls, street performers... Undoubtedly, it has a special charm that makes it one of the most vibrant and colorful areas in the city.
• Plaza Catalunya: After crossing La Rambla, you will reach Plaza Catalunya, the heart of Barcelona. Here, you will find flagship stores of major brands such as Zara, Apple, or Desigual, as well as shopping centers and large offices of banks and companies. Additionally, it is a key point on Barcelona's renowned Shopping Line.
• Paseo de Gracia: The most modernist, luxurious, and commercial side of Barcelona. Along this street, you'll find the most glamorous and exclusive shops in the city, interspersed with major international brands like Valentino, Louis Vuitton, or Carolina Herrera. Moreover, you can encounter some modernist icons of the city such as La Pedrera or Casa Batlló.
• Portal de L'Angel: Epicenter of major franchises like Zara, Nike, Benetton, or H&M, it is one of the twenty most expensive streets in the world to establish a business due to its privileged location and high influx of visitors.
• Ciutat Vella: The end of Portal de L'Angel will immerse you in one of the most alternative areas of the city, the Gothic Quarter. Among its narrow and charming streets, you will find a wide range of antique shops, bookstores, and local designers that keep the uniqueness of Barcelona's traditional commerce alive. On the other hand, El Born will immerse you in a cosmopolitan, bohemian, and multicultural spirit.

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