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 summer in barcelona

Barcelona offers you very interesting options for every period of the year. Here are a few suggestions:

But there's much, much more. Make the most of the spring sunshine and take a stroll along Barcelona's beaches and through its parks. Discover the most important exhibitions and do a spot of shopping. And discover the seasonal cuisine, and see a dolphin, and experience nature with Gaudí? Do you need any more ideas?

Barcelona welcomes you to...

ESTRO 29. 12 - 16 September 2010
Major improvements and new areas of reseach in therapeutic radiology and oncology.
ERS Congress. 18 - 23 September 2010
The Annual Congress of the European Respiratory Society, the major global event of respiratory medicine.
87 Jean Bouin. 28 November 2010
The most prestigious athletics competition in Barcelona due to its long-standing tradition and the top-level runners it attracts.
EIBTM. 30 November-2 December 2010
The leading event for the meetings, conferences, business trips and incentive industry.