Shopping Districts in Barcelona
Discover VAT refund shopping in Barcelona. From Passeig de Gràcia to Gothic Quarter, explore luxury boutiques and local shops. Get instant tax-free refunds with TravelMoney.
25 shopping districts • 1925+ tax-free shops
Passeig de Gràcia
Luxury shopping boulevard with Gaudí architecture
ExploreGothic Quarter
Medieval streets with artisan shops and boutiques
ExploreLas Ramblas
Famous pedestrian boulevard with tourist shops
ExploreEl Born
Trendy neighborhood with independent designers
ExploreEixample
Modernist district with upscale shopping
ExploreGràcia
Bohemian village with vintage shops
ExploreRaval
Multicultural area with alternative fashion
ExploreDiagonal Mar
Modern shopping center by the beach
ExploreFeatured Shops in Barcelona
38 brands • Multiple locations across the city • All VAT refund eligible
El Corte Inglés
Department Store
El Corte Inglés Plaça Catalunya
📍 Plaça de Catalunya, 14
08002 Barcelona
🕒 09:30 - 22:00
Flagship store with Sephora inside, multiple floors covering all departments
Louis Vuitton
Luxury Fashion
Louis Vuitton Passeig de Gràcia
📍 Passeig de Gràcia, 80
08008 Barcelona
🕒 10:00 - 20:30
Luxury flagship boutique on Barcelona's premier shopping avenue
Hermès
Luxury Fashion
Hermès Paseo de Gracia 77
📍 Passeig de Gràcia, 77
08008 Barcelona
🕒 11:00 - 20:00
Barcelona's luxury shopping street location
Chanel
Luxury Fashion
Chanel Passeig de Gràcia
📍 Passeig de Gràcia, 70
08008 Barcelona
🕒 10:00 - 20:00
Flagship boutique with full range: Fashion, Leather Goods, Shoes, Accessories, Watches, Jewelry, Fragrance & Beauty
Zara
Fashion & Accessories
Zara Passeig de Gràcia
📍 Passeig de Gràcia, 16
08008 Barcelona
🕒 10:00 - 21:00
Women, Men, and Kids collections
Apple
Electronics
Apple Passeig de Gràcia
📍 Passeig de Gràcia, 1
08007 Barcelona
🕒 10:00 - 22:00
Flagship Apple Store Barcelona
Why Shop in Barcelona with TravelMoney
Up to 100% VAT Refunds
Get more money back compared to standard 12% refunds
1925+ Tax-Free Stores
From luxury brands to local boutiques
Instant Refunds
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Digital Process
Upload receipts, scan at airport, done
Pro-tips from your AI tax-free shopper
Before making a purchase
Request custom invoice
When making a purchase
Pay in local currency
After shopping
Upload the invoice & receipt
When leaving the EU
Scan barcode at point of departure (airport, port, train station)
VAT Refund Essentials for Spain
What you can (and can't) VAT refund
- Eligible items: Handbags, leather goods, clothing, shoes, electronics, jewelry, watches, beauty and makeup, sports equipment, apparel, souvenirs
- Not eligible: hotel stays, restaurants, transportation, alcohol, tobacco, second-hand items, airport duty-free purchases
Spain applies different VAT rates depending on the product category. Most physical goods like fashion, electronics, and beauty products are subject to the standard VAT rate of 21%. When shopping in Barcelona, you can claim back a significant portion of the VAT you pay on eligible purchases.
Minimum Spend: No minimum (across multiple purchases)
Core Requirements
- Minimum Spend: No minimum in total purchase value
- Eligibility: Non-EU permanent residents, under 6-month stay, purchasing goods for personal use
- Time limits: 3 months to validate the barcode at point of departure + 6 months to claim
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