First time hitting up a Primark, and now I'm a fan. The store itself is worth a visit alone…read more Got in near closing time, and it was still really packed. Managed to snag a few items at a good price. Hopefully they'll consider moving into the Canadian market sometime soon!

This UK department store is so grand and opulent. There are like 5 floors of apparel for men, women…read moreand children. Although I didn't make a purchase I am sure a lot of people are buying if they are able to maintain such a large location in the heart of Barcelona. Prices are pretty reasonable and the store is trendy and appealing to the younger crowd.

WHAT!!? We are in love with place. And not just because we have had two glasses of wine. Fun…read moredresses for $5-$10? Gala-worthy dresses for $25? Get out of town! We stumbled upon this store en route to our dinner and decided to stop in despite thinking it was outside of our budget based on the window display and interior. Boy, were we wrong. This place is chock full of fun and quirky styles at crazy cheap price points. But, wait, it gets better, head to the lower level in the back for even better deals, shoes and more. I also recommend this slot if you're looking for professional yet fun attire. I was impressed by their variety of blazers and stylish turtlenecks. Note: they close at 10pm on weekdays. Shirts start off as cheap as three euro. Have fun!

Zara is a Spanish institution and the brand continues to offer stylish, affordable fashion. They…read morehave a huge range of styles and sizes, with staff available to assist. The one downside is the line for the dressing room but just know you will likely have to wait and be patient. For those departing the EU, bring your passport with you and request a VAT receipt so you can secure your VAT refund at the airport. It makes the prices even better!

This Zara is the Gran Via flagship in Madrid. While set in a beautiful old building, inside is all…read moremodern and with a stunning wrought iron and marble staircase in the back. Take a look even if you don't want to shop. Like other clothing chains, Zara relegates the Mens department to purgatory, either the top floor or the basement. This one is on top. Selections were laid out nicely and uncluttered. Even items in the sale section which were marked down pretty good. Sales people do an admirable and unenviable job of keeping the clothing stacks orderly. Unlike Primark which is a zoo. There seemed to be enough staff to handle the crowd, and the male fitting room attendant was helpful. The new thing for me is Zara's self-checkout. The cashier section was empty, and clerks were assisting with self-checkout. My guy was friendly and demonstrated how to do it. He actually did it for me because it was probably faster LOL. Just throw the goods in the bin and it records what was tossed in without manhandling the barcodes. No security clips to take off. I tossed in a recycled shopping bag and it added to the total. I swiped my iPhone digital card and was on my way. Amazing! I don't know if this will fly in the USA with so many stores hit by a shoplifting pandemic.

Amazing little t-shirt store right next door to the legendary Casa Hernanz espadrille shop. The…read morestaff are lovely, the t-shirts are funny. Its steps from the plaza mayor- go in and check it out!

Like the Macy's or Nordstroms of Spain. You can find a Corte all over the place and it's pretty…read moremuch got everything you need. They've got designer brands, but also household essentials. It's your one stop department store for all things! This one is located near the Argüelles metro stop and is less crowded and more peaceful than some others in the city center.

Came here last week to browse a Spanish department store just out of curiosity and decided to eat…read moreat the cafeteria on the top floor as well. It's a very extensive department store with something for everyone (women, men, kids, food, etc.). The service was helpful when you asked for help and otherwise friendly. The store itself, specifically the clothing parts, is pretty expensive. As for the food, my mom and I got the pollo hamburgeusa and the hamburgeusa de vaca with bacon and papas fritas on the side. The beef burger was very filling with a huge patty. Both burgers were pretty decent. Fries were decent as well, food service was a little slow. Overall: pretty decent place to kill a couple hours and see the city in a different way, I would eat at the cafeteria on the top floor again for decent food and affordable food prices. Probably wouldn't do casual clothes shopping here since it's pricey!!

Very big with a large selection of different items. The prices are mostly fair. Service was overall…read morefriendly when you needed help. The elevators were slow.

El Corte Inglés is a massive department store with 11 floors to explore!…read moreThey've got brands like Longchamp, Bimba y Lola, Samsonite, Sephora, Balmain, Brunello Cucinelli, and more. You could definitely spend the entire day here, with all the stuff they have. Beauty products, perfumes/colognes, clothes, luggages, food... what more could you ask for! Honestly, better than most malls we have in Massachusetts.

I really enjoyed all their locations in Spain. The stores were always well organized with plenty of…read moresopping options and well staffed with friendly and helpful employees. The intimate or lingerie department had beautiful and high quality lines as well as designs made in Spain at reasonable prices. The extended return policy also helps if not trying on items in the store or in a hurry. Their stores are multi levels food and grocery items in the lower level, perfumes shoes, handbags electronics on second, women's, men's etc. don't know how many of you will relate but back in the day "Burdines" which is now known as Macy's only had Restaurants in their stores and La Corte Inglés has a wonderful restaurant that brought back memories. Didn't want to give away my age but it's like saying I'm from the era of whoolworth's, Tom McCann Shoes, tube TV's, cellular phones were a brick and Wordstar was the it program lol! I definitely recommend you visit La Corte Inglés for the experience. Their window displays are like the old fashioned ones. The decorations throughout the entire store was impressive. If you can visit late November to mid December you will be blown away. Hasta luego,

El Corte Inglés S.A. (English: The English Cut as in tailor's cut) is Spain's only remaining…read moredepartment store chain, as well as owner of several associated businesses. The primary flagship store for the chain is located in Madrid at 79, Raimundo Fernández Villaverde Street. It encompasses several buildings and carries the most comprehensive collection of designers of any large store in Spain. I briefly coaxed Gayle into one building of the Madrid Complex sometime during the evening before Día de la Hispanidad. El Corte Inglés was also close to the Hotel, so why not? I don't recall what I was looking for, but I remember the entire place to be packed with people. We walked and shopped around, but left relatively quickly. After all, we didn't come to Spain to spend too much time in a large equivalent of Macy's. And as Gayle and I later traveled through Bilboa, San Sebastian, Girona, or Barcelona, there was a El Corte Inglés around just in case we changed our mind. Yet, there's a grocery store in the basement and one always needs wine and nibbles on the road......

I had no plans to buy shoes in Spain but when my wife was checking their sandals I saw their…read moreNatural Walk barefoot shoes. I tried it on and it was so comfortable I ended up buying a pair. My wife also bought a pair of sandals. Better price range and good selection. Great customer service from Paula.

Wonderful neighborhood bar with real feel. Great service and tasteful and delicate tapas, as well…read moreas all the basics. Really a gem off the beaten path