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Casa de Diego
Madrid’s oldest fan maker (in business since 1858) sells its wares on the busy Puerta del Sol. The light-weight confections make great mementos to bring home.
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Casa Hernanz
Run by the same family for five generations, this dusty shop, located just outside an archway leading into the Plaza Mayor, is the place to buy espadrilles. The selection is fantastic, with examples in every size and shade lining the...
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Cocol
Located in the heart of La Latina, Cocol is filled with high-quality artisan goods crafted by independent artists from all over Spain. Featured in Vogue, Architectural Digest and Condé Nast Traveler, it’s easy to see why this small boutique has...
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El Rastro Market
This flea market takes over the streets south of the Plaza Mayor every Sunday morning (it’s concentrated on Calle de la Ribera de Curtidores and the Plaza de Cascorro, south of the La Latina metro). The wares tend to be...
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Gran Hojalateria
If you want to enjoy the tastes of Spain back at home, stop by Gran Hojalateria. You’ll find an astounding collection of paella pans in every conceivable size.
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IOU The Story
Visit this unique housewares and fashion shop at the very end of street for bold dresses, woven bags from Kenya, handmade fabrics, and colorful shoes.
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Malababa
Spanish craftsmen make and design all of the accessories and jewelry in the Malababa boutiques. You can find strappy sandals in neutral and bright colors in summer and fabulous boots in winter. Bags range from cute clutches to substantial messenger...
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Maty
Both professional flamenco dancers and souvenir hunters come to Maty for traditional pumps, hair combs and costumes.
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Poncelet
This heavenly cheese shop (sister to the yummy Poncelet Cheese Bar restaurant) sells an incredible assortment of fresh-off-the-farm cheeses. They have ones that have been aged in in mountain caves and others that are drizzled in honey, sweetened with lavender...
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San Miguel Artesania
Those looking for traditional Spanish ceramics should head to this tiny shop behind San Miguel Market. There is a huge selection of painted plates, bowls and pitchers in lovely patterns. They ship internationally.
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Xoan Viqueira
Xoan Viqueira, an illustrator and graphic designer from Valencia, designs unique espadrilles and quirky home accessories. His shop is one of the many gems tucked away in the trendy neighborhood of Chueca. While in the neighborhood, don’t miss the Mercado...
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The main shopping areas of Madrid include the swanky Salamanca district and the trendier Chueca. Madrileños tend to dress conservatively, so you may not find too many bold and cutting-edge designs – but you will find quality leather goods and labels from diverse Spanish and European designers. For typically Spanish items like fans or paella pans, head to the Puerta del Sol area. Note that most stores close from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., then remain open until 8 p.m. All are closed on Sundays. For an abbreviated list of shops, read Top Shopping Madrid.