El Corte Inglés is a massive department store with 11 floors to explore!…read moreThey've got brands like Longchamp, Bimba y Lola, Samsonite, Sephora, Balmain, Brunello Cucinelli, and more. You could definitely spend the entire day here, with all the stuff they have. Beauty products, perfumes/colognes, clothes, luggages, food... what more could you ask for! Honestly, better than most malls we have in Massachusetts.

It's huge! It's convenient! It's inventory is fantastic! It's El Corte Inglés! For all you shopping…read moredesires, you can't go wrong at this mall! So many floors of everything you could want or need. It's well organized and the staff is helpful! We went in the get a belt for my hubby, and found a plethora of choices! We ended up purchasing 2 and they were excellent quality and value priced for the designer brand. We walked around just to "window shop" and enjoyed the displays and the gorgeous clothing. They restrooms are super clean and fresh. Your one stop shop for whatever you're looking for... it's here!

This UK department store is so grand and opulent. There are like 5 floors of apparel for men, women…read moreand children. Although I didn't make a purchase I am sure a lot of people are buying if they are able to maintain such a large location in the heart of Barcelona. Prices are pretty reasonable and the store is trendy and appealing to the younger crowd.

Oh this place is amazing. The grand open architecture gives you a full view of all floors. Loved…read morethe business model of using recycled polyester for many of the items. Prices are so reasonable that many customers used large shopping carts for their bargain finds. The jeans were an excellent fit. I found some of the size run big so take advantage of the changing rooms before purchase ,"Probadores". I was also pleased to see many of the items were made in a variety of countries so I could be selective. Don't freak out when you see the 28 cashiers (and that was just on my floor) but it's indicative of just how popular this store has become. There is good traffic control for single item customers and those with the monster carts full of wares. Bring your passport or photo if you want to file for the VAT waiver.

Trips to España aren't complete without flying home with a new pair of espadrilles. Casa Hernanz…read morewas on my to do list for Madrid. I happily stumbled upon them while on a walking tour with my bff. I was at best, only marginally interested in the tour as the guide wasn't able to hold my attention (Hemingway was right on the money with "I drink to make other people more interesting" as maybe had I had a drink he wouldn't have bored me to pieces within the first 2min) so I spent most of it wandering off and exploring nearby because the entire point of a walking tour is to actually walk while learning fun new things. For instance, I learned where this shop was without directions. I walked right in and there were several people inside but no queue upon my arrival. They have so many options, but being petite I typically rarely if ever wear flats unless they are my tennis shoes. I tried on a few different pairs and sizes since I'm typically a 36 or 37 depending on the style of shoe. A couple color options weren't available in my size but I did find a really nice neutral brown I can pair with plenty. Service was great! My pair cost 25 euro which I felt was extremely reasonable. I only fly with hand luggage which definitely helps limit my spending due to space. Trust me when I say you'll want more than one pair! There's very little I love more than supporting a small buisness with incredible products. The store feels really special, very pleased with my experience. Grateful to have visited and HIGHLY recommend for any Madrid itinerary.

Went back to my favorite shoe store in Spain. Bought three more pairs of espadrilles. I own 6 pairs…read morefrom here. Service is always great and quick. The shoes seem a little more expensive, but everything has gone up in price. Be realistic - know what type of shoes you would wear, what your price point is, and what you like. If you live in a warm climate these shoes are perfect. The store can be overwhelming because there are alot of options, but please do not waste their time. The girl next to me had them bring out 10 pairs of shoes to only buy 1 pair.

Walked here from the Templo de Debod! The mall is a lot bigger than it looks from the outside!…read moreThere's a lot of local and international apparel brands here, as well as salons and supermarkets. They have a little food court on the second floor with two Chinese styled buffets, kfc, burger fast food, and cafes. But most importantly, there's tons of sales going on. It's a great place to retreat from the sun.

Loved this Starbucks!…read more A great place to stop in for an ice cold drink on a hot, hot day! We came here twice during our 3 day visit. Not only are we big fans of Starbucks, in general, but we especially love finding exceptional ones, such as this one! Great service... Friendly and quick, good food and and drinks! An EXTRA PLUS for us was their ultra comfy sofa like arm chairs.... Sooo comfortable that we didn't want to get up!! Three thumbs up for this Starbucks!!! We'll def be back on our next trip over!!

This flea market is massive. We spent about two hours wandering around and was able to walk…read morethrough 80% of it while stopping at a few stalls. Things I thought were interesting - 20 Euro leather jackets Piles of clothes on tables labeled with different prices (2/5/10 Euros) where customers dig through trying to find treasures Incense stands Plenty of interesting wall art What you will not find at this flea market - Food or drinks A restroom if your kid has to go potty They also have the normal jewelry, clothing accessories (scarves, hats, belts, bags), and little toys that you would find at any flea market. One stand sold different prints on pieces of wood for wall art. They had movies, anime, Madrid, art, food, and some other categories. At first, I scoffed at the price (1 for 6 Euros, 3 for 15, 7 for 30), but we wound up getting a few as I thought they were well done. They open at 9 and we got there around 10. That was pretty reasonable, in terms of people. By the time we left around noon, it was wall to wall people, and not a place I would want to be.

In a word, dreadful. I'm fond of flea markets in California which often have interesting arts,…read morecrafts, and random items. This one had none of these. What it did have was an enormous, dense crowd of people pawing through piles of socks, sweats, and scarves. Many of the stands looked like the back of an unusually messy teenager's closet. See appalling photos. Nothing seemed particularly original, and not an artisan in sight. I was interested in pottery, but all I saw was truly junk. For some reason, there were many stands with a Frida Kahlo items. Maybe it's a big year for big eyebrows. Frida was born, lived, and died in Mexico. If you're a bargain seeking garment/fashion shopper, check out the clearance area at the Corte Ingles department store. At the Puerto Sol location it's downstairs right in front of the entrance to the supermarket (think Harrod's food hall). There were some real bargains on high quality, non-knock-off goods. Plus there is the occasional free taste sample in the market And several floors of non-sale items higher up. DSC01464.jpg DSC01465.jpg DSC01468.jpg DSC01471.jpg DSC01476.jpg DSC01477.jpg DSC01478.jpg DSC01479.jpg DSC01480.jpg

This store in the heart of Puerto del Sol in Madrid, ES is a discount brand from Zara. The apparel…read moreoffers better value and nice in trend pieces. The store layout is spacious and multiple floors. The men's section is on main floor and it's huge. The merchandise is presented nice and easy to reach. I bought a matching tshirt and shorts combo. The fabric is thick and of good quality. This outfit will be perfect for lounging on a beach or patio in summer. The checkout process in Europe is so modern. They have self checkout and regular checkout. Self checkout can use AI to scan the items you are buying. Very cool! I wish they bring this technology to Canada but unfortunately the honesty and integrity values are not the same as Spain.

I love this place. I first travelled to Madrid over six years ago and I remembered going to a Zara…read moreoutlet along the Gran Via so on a recent visit decided to see if it was still therelucky for me it was! Although the name has now changed to 'Lefties', the great bargains are still there. A plain black cardigan for only 4 euros and a lovely lightweight trench jacket for a bargain 16 euros! I remember seeing this in a Zara shop in the UK for £60!

Lovely gift items for both home and personal use. I picked up some cute soaps and kitchen gifts as…read morewell as some candles. The shop itself is very quaint and in a fun area. I highly recommend this hidden gem if you are in the area.

Fantastic selection of high-end Spanish artisan gifts: scarves, food, pottery. Charming little shop…read moregreat for your gifts to bring back home! Very good prices too!

If you are looking for a good quality store that carries niche cultural t shirts this is a good…read moreplace and also available in Lisbon.

The name of this T-shirt shop embodies what the design of their shirts is all about - interesting…read moredesign and interesting typography. Their silk-screened shirts are truly unique, with a graphic design sensibility that features the work of local designers. You won't find t-shirts like this anywhere else, so if you're already at Sol, Madrid's central square, it's worth the short walk over to Typographia to buy some new shirts for yourself, and these are the kind of t-shirts that would also make great gifts. One star off for the off-putting staff who don't do justice to the design work on display here - and no refunds, so be sure to try on your selections before leaving the shop as the sizes run a bit small. They do accept exchanges but, again, a bit begrudgingly. Note to staff: Be proud of what you're selling!

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This is a high end consignment store. They are currently remodeling and will be reopening in April…read more2018.

I am addicted to this store. I am a glutton for punishment…read more I also really want to give it another star, because I think the clothes are very stylish, hip, beautiful, cute, fashion forward, etc....and the quality is better than most of the other women's clothing stores (at this price level) in Spain. The leather products: shoes, boots, purses, belts, accessories, are way cool. The quality is good, but not stellar. You will walk into the store and slowly but surely become overwhelmed by all of the eye candy. Then, you will start to sift around for your size and then you will happily make a b-line for the dressing room. You close the curtain, and that's when the trouble begins. You will try on that blouse or skirt or dress in the size that you've worn your entire adult life but are now realizing that the upper part of that blouse sleeve will start cutting off your circulation within a few minutes and that that waist cut is not going to go up any further than your thighs. It is very disappointing. You flash to the anorexic models on the Hakei website and catalogue, you are reminded of the hungry and unhappy looking girls who work there, and you will realize that the only way you will be able to fit properly into the vast majority of this brand's clothing line is if you cut back to eating half a sandwich and smoking a pack of cigarettes a day. Ok. I may be exaggerating some. In the past year, I've bought numerous pairs of shoes and boots, belts and some blouses. And I am happy with my purchases. But, it's a roll of the dice when it comes to the clothing, really. Unless you are built like a small boy, you are going to be let down many times. And unless you have money to burn, you will quickly realize that the quality does not match the price.