Shopping in Valencia is one of the popular pastimes. A huge range of products, low prices, and seasonal sales. Calle Colon is the most popular shopping street in the city. There are many budget brand stores here: Zara, H&M, Mango, Camper, Nike, Oysho, and others.
What to Buy
Handmade Products
- Silk items;
- wicker products on Cestas Street;
- Lladró ceramics at the Round Square (plaza Redonda);
- earthenware and clay items;
- lace items at plaza Redonda;
- souvenirs.
Food
City markets are the best places to buy gourmet foods.
- Pickles;
- ham;
- olives;
- Valencian wines;
- horchata;
- Valencian Water (Agua de Valencia) is a cocktail made with cava;
- Mistela is a sweet fortified wine;
- seniya, bomba, and albufera rice for paella;
- a set of spices for making Valencian paella;
- chufa or tiger nuts.
Clothing and Footwear
Buy clothing, footwear, and other fashion goods from well-known brands and Valencian designers such as Dolores Cortés, Álex Vidal, and Siemprevivas on Calle Colon and the nearby streets, as well as on the Golden Mile (Calle Poeta Querol).
Explore the Ruzafa and Ensanche districts, which have been bustling shopping areas for many years. Avenida de Francia is a new shopping zone with many malls and stores offering interesting deals.
Jewelry
Wonderful gifts from Valencia include traditional jewelry with precious stones and innovative designs.
After a good shopping trip, you’ll want to grab a bite. Check out my selection of restaurants.
