Shopping in one of Madrid’s many shopping districts is one of the most popular activities in Madrid! No matter where you are, you are sure to be close to a few shops or even a whole shopping district. Because there are so many shopping districts in Madrid, we wanted to tell you about the three trendiest districts that you have to check out!
Calle Fuencarral
Calle Fuencarral is an amazing shopping district in Madrid that has a bit of everything. From jewelry to trendy streetwear, you can find it all! They have amazing vintage stores and lots of one-of-a-kind boutiques to pick from. They also have a lot of shoe stores if you are looking for sneakers. You are able to walk along the whole street to browse the amazing stores, so make sure to head over and take a stroll in one of our favorite places to shop!
Where is this shopping district located?
This street is the dividing line between Malasaña and Chueca, so it is a great location! To get to this shopping district, just put Calle Fuencarral into your GPS!
What public transportation is close to this shopping district?
The metro stops closest to this shopping district are Chueca, Gran Vía, and Tribunal. The best bus lines to get here are the 1 and 001 lines and the closest bus stops are Gran Vía – Callao, Chueca, and Metro Gran Vía. You can also walk or take a taxi, depending on where you are!
Calle Claudia Coello
Calle Claudia Coello is one of the most popular shopping districts in Madrid. This street is home to some of the best luxury stores in Madrid. Here, you can find popular stores like Jimmy Choo and Christian Louboutin. You can also find nice jewelry stores, like Apodemia, or nice shoe stores such as Carmine Shoemaker. If you are looking for something else, be sure to check out one of their many small boutiques! You are sure to find something you love in this shopping district!
Where is this shopping district located?
This district, found in the heart of Salamanca, begins at Calle Alcalá and ends at Calle María de Molina. To get here, just put Calle Claudia Coello into your GPS!
What public transportation is close to this shopping district?
The closest metro stops to this shopping district are Colón and Retiro. The best bus lines to get here are the 21 and 53 lines and the closest bus stops are Goya – Velázquez and Biblioteca Nacional. Also, you can always walk or take a taxi.
Calle Serrano
Calle Serrano is said to be one of, if not, the trendiest shopping street in Madrid. This street is home to many luxury brands that are popular all over the world. Here you will find brands such as Gucci, Prada, Dior, Louis Vuitton, and many more! If you aren’t looking to spend as much money, you can also find stores such as El Corte Inglés, Cortefiel, and Zara! Head over and check this designer street out for yourself!
Where is this shopping district located?
This shopping district, located in Salamanca, begins on Plaza de la Independencia and ends at Calle del Príncipe de Vergara and Plaza de la República del Ecuador. To get here, just put Calle Serrano into your GPS!
What public transportation is close to this shopping district?
The closest metro stops to this shopping district are Columbia and República Argentina. The best bus lines to get here are the 7 and 51 lines and the closest bus stops are Segre and Hospital San Rafael. Depending on your location, you may also be able to walk or take a taxi there.
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By: Kathryn Cummings, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ’25
