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Barcelona: Shopping

In keeping with its reputation for being Europe's capital of cutting-edge urban cool, Barcelona abounds with great shopping opportunities. From chain fashion shops to flea markets and from trendy design stores to offbeat, locally made couture, the Catalan capital is a shoppers' paradise. Tip: Most major stores stay open all day on weekdays and are open Saturday mornings; small independent shops will traditionally close for siesta between 2 and 5pm. Almost all stores are closed on Sunday.

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Custo Barcelona The flagship store of Catalonia’s globally revered fashion label famous for its colorful printed shirts. Barri Gòtic; C/Ferran 36; www.custo-barcelona.com
trendy | expensive | designer

Els Encants Don’t miss a rummage through random knick-knacks – from cheapie flip-flops to antique furniture – at Barcelona’s best and favorite flea market. Glòries; Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes
budget | flea market | specialty

Gimenez y Zuazo For quirky women’s clothes, pop in for a look at the vibrantly colored outfits of this local designer. El Raval; C/Elisabets 20 or C/Rec 42; 011-34-93-412-3381 or 011-34-93-310-6743; www.gimenezzuazo.com
moderate | trendy | designer | womenswear

Ici et Là At this design emporium, over 30 international artists sell their one-off or limited-edition wares ranging from furniture to decorative items. El Born; Plaça Santa Maria 2; 011-34-93-268-1167; www.icietla.com
smart splurge | design | eclectic | editor pick

La Boqueria An amble through this 19th-century covered market off La Rambla is a treat for your senses, with stalls overflowing with shellfish, exotic fruit, and fragrant cheeses; head away from the main entrance for non-tourist prices. La Rambla; La Rambla 91; www.boqueria.info
culinary | market

Mercado del Borne This artists’ cooperative displays and sells unique art and design items – from stationery and collectibles to graphic art and housewares. El Born; C/Rec 37-39 & Plaça Comercial 3; www.mercadodelborne.com
design | home | eclectic

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