Location: Literary Quarter (Barrio de Las Letras)
Top Things to do in Literary Quarter (Barrio de Las Letras)
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Things to do in Madrid, Community of Madrid: The Best Shopping
So many of Madrid’s buildings look like castles, you’ll think you’ve stumbled into a fairytale. Even City Hall is astounding, with its white pinnacles and neo-Gothic features. A self-guided architecture tour can begin by the great bear statue in the central Puerta del Sol. Wander by the fanciful Royal Palace before absorbing the natural beauty of Retiro Park, then visit one of the city’s many museums. You could happily cap off each day by nibbling on forkfuls of paella while sipping Spanish rioja.
Restaurants in Madrid
1. Lola Fonseca
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 91 reviews
This store specializes in original hand-painted clothing and accessories that look like art pieces. Customers love the unique designs, with the silk scarves being one of the most popular items.
Reviewed By M1356QBdavidh - South Portland, United States
I happened upon this shop as I was wandering around this section of Madrid one afternoon. The displays in the window caught my eye, so I went in. The man inside showed me many options, and was very pleasant and friendly. The handpainted silk scarves are beautiful, true wearable art. The back of the shop is open, where you can see some of them as "works in progress", there were a number of them drying on racks while I was there. After the purchase, he very carefully hand lettered a gift bag for the scarf as well. Small touches like this are what makes a great shop even better. If you are looking for a one of a kind item, I highly recommend Lola Fonseca. I know that I'll be returning on my next visit!
2. Madrid al Cubo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 77 reviews
Unique and unusual gifts and souvenirs abound in this trendy shop. From posters to T-shirts, items have a distinctly modern design that manages to keep the essence of Spain without relying on cliches.
Reviewed By BenedikteJoergensen - Copenhagen, Denmark
una joya unica en madrid......fantastic and loads of fun......... den mest unikke souvenirbutik i madrid..........seeeehr schøøøøn.....يجب ان زيارة في مدريد.........choses incroyables et amusement......... ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
3. Libreria Desnivel
4. Feel & Flow
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Gallery - art shop in downtown Madrid. Different handmade gifts for a very affordable price. From 20E you can give art. The most beautiful store in the "neighborhood of letters" near of Atocha / Sol station
5. Galeria Modus Operandi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Modus Operandi was born in 2012 at number 5 of Reina Mercedes street in Madrid, although we are currently located in the heart of the Barrio de las Letras (C / Lope de Vega 31). The Modus Operandi gallery combines almost all the creative activity (art gallery, publishing house, audiovisual and theatrical production company ...), betting on cultural transversality.
6. Tado
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By hblnk - Antwerp, Belgium
This modest shop attracts international connoisseurs for its expertly chosen and curated selection of craft goods. Mostly functional ceramics, some wood products and occasionally textiles. The hand made ceramics place you somewhere between Spanish tradition, English studio pottery and Japanese less-is-more wabi-sabi mingei vessels. Service in handling, wrapping and shipping is higher than average.
7. eThnoPur
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The artistic skills of most ethnic groups on this earth express themselves in different ways. One of them is the form giving of metals for the decoration of the body. In eThnoPur we take that artisitic expression and embrace the expertise, cultural value and social significance of classsic pieces of different ethnic groups in the world. Visit our store and rediscover ethnic jewellery.
8. Kamchatka Magic Toys
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
A sigular store and full of charm in the center of Madrid. Wooden toys of European manufacture with ecological and pedagogical awareness. Wooden and handcrafted toys in a centennial neighborhood. Near to cultural museums triangle: Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia's Museum. Let your child's soul fly and immerse yourself in an imaginary world, warm and happy with precious, unique and original objects to play, grow and dream. Real toys in a charming neighborhood. Do you dream? You are in Kamchatka...
9. Real Fabrica
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 81 reviews
Real Fábrica Española is the shop of a curated selection of spanish products that represent Spain's culture. Here you can find from the oldest chocolate brand in Spain, to the best "jamón" or parfurms. This products represent the best that we know how to do in Spain, and have been doing it for several generations. Products that still retain their original packaging from decades ago, or who are inspired by them. This is our way of living.
Reviewed By 682andresc - Madrid, Spain
Beautiful store in a great location where you can find gorgeous Spanish products that are not the regular souvenirs. I first learned about this store when a relative gave me a couple of books from this store and I ended buying a copy of each as the perfect gifts for friends. Here you can find everything: food, decor, clothing items...
