The Independent Shopper's Guide To Barcelona

This librería (bookshop) is a true hidden book gem in the center of Barcelona. It’s located in the district El Born, known for its many independent shops and wonderful restaurants. The majority of its book collection is written or translated in Spanish, but they also have a nice English section. The abundant variety and unusual reads are two of its best qualities. From aesthetic poetry to straightforward science, from mouthwatering food topics to must read literature. On The Road daily updates its Facebook page, with intriguing news from their store.
On The Road, Carrer de Verdaguer i Callís 14, Barcelona, Spain +34 930 170 548

My Beautiful Parking was founded by a German Theater and Film Sciences graduate and a former Chilean journalist who specialized in Italian football and the Pinochet case in London High Court. A strange combination or the right mixture for success. This store has everything for cyclists, especially when it comes to fixed-gear bikes. Check out this noteworthy shop and rent a bike to cruise through the streets of Barcelona.
My Beautiful Parking, Carrer de la Bòria 17 – local 2, Barcelona, Spain +34 931 867 365

This lovely little shop has a talent for collecting crafted objects with a great background story. They make it nearly needless to travel to different countries in search of local crafts. La Local‘s collection transfers us right to these countries, and different eras as well. Their typical products like the pottery, books, soaps and masks remind you of your grandmother’s house and make you long for new cultural explorations at the same time. The store cooperates with artist who use natural materials, artisans who combine traditional and new crafting techniques and they can tell you a detailed history about every piece of work.
La Local, Carrer de la Bòria 21, Barcelona, Spain +34 659 393 385

There’s nothing like the sound of vinyl. Decibel Disco has a wide range of musical styles in its catalog. You will find Jazz, Soul, Reggae, Indie, Rock, Hip-Hop, and Electronic music. There’s only one rule, it has to by vinyl. The record company was born from passion for music and they dedicate their work to lovers of the vinyl records. Decibel Disco keeps their web page and social media up to date and they also participate in the international Record Store Day. Find the best new releases along with a fantastic section full of awesome second hand pressings.
Decibel Disco, Carrer d’En Groc 3, Barcelona, Spain +34 936 818 151

We all need fashionable, extremely comfortable handmade shoes with a timeless design. That is exactly what you will find at Nu Sabates. The idea of this shop started to grow when the owners where wandering through New York. They came across the most beautiful shoes of Italian leather. Their ‘Cydwoq’ shoes have become the main star of their brand. ‘Old-World Craftmanship for Modern Feet’ is the slogan of the creator of this brand. A short while ago they broadened their horizon and added two designer brands to their collection, the Italian De Valerio and the Catalan Deux Souliers. Discover their unique collection in their shop in El Born.
Nu Sabates, Carrer Cotoners 14, Barcelona, Spain +34 932 680 383

Claudine Complements has two small stores located just about 500 meters from each other in the emblematic Gothic Quarter. The lovely decorated shops behold the most precious bohemian accessories for women. They recently renovated the interior of their shop on Carrer d’Avinyó and reopened it with a new inspirational collection. Their Facebook page gives a preview of the collection of jewellery, bags, and clothing.
Claudine Complements, Carrer d’Avinyó 52, Barcelona, Spain +34 934 124 683
Carrer dels Banys Nous 19, Barcelona, Spain

This startup is an awesome place to shop for your casual wardrobe, Mediterranean style. Pinya Barcelona combines personality with simple functionality. They find inspiration in Barcelona’s easy-going lifestyle, the Mediterranean sea and the beach. This embodies a mode very much like the city itself: fresh, urban, alternative, and colorful. The unique accessories are meticulously selected from Catalan artisans, with a passion for the natural; organic materials with leather details. Discover their collection in their shop in the Gothic Quarter or have a look at their web shop first.
Pinya Barcelona, Baixada de Viladecols 2, Barcelona, Spain +34 932 776 331
And you also should check out these vintage shops, if you’re in need for even more creative, bold and fashion-driven shops in Barcelona.