Established at L'Eixample in 1968, Barruguet is a swanky store for kids. This mega store makes it an awesome place for kids to choose all their favorite book, games, toys and sport equipments from. The store is clean and well arranged with all the products placed according to different themes. The place may seem a little over priced, but the quality of the products makes them worth it. Check out the website for detailed information.
Sephora at Pelai 13 is located inside the El Triangle shopping center. The store is magnificent in its layout as well as selection. They house make up and beauty supplies from almost all the luxury brands. It is a place where you can find Dior, Chanel, YSL, D&G under one large roof. The sales staff here is very friendly and warm. If you are looking to shop for the best supplies for your beauty regime, you're most welcome on Sephora's red carpet.
Altaïr specializes in travel guides and books about countries and cultures around the world. It is an ideal place for anyone planning a trip abroad; there are books on traveling by train in many different parts of the world, and even a large stock of maps. There are a number of comfortable reading areas where you can curl up with an interesting title. This travelers' paradise also publishes a travel magazine in Spanish that carries the shop's name, Altaïr.
Located at the entrance to the Barri Gòtic, on the quaint street Portal de l'Àngel, Mercería Santa Ana is the place to come to find all those little things: buttons, thread, yarn, wool, needles, braid, lace, tassels, and more. There's always a lot going on here: customers milling about and lots of clerks there helping them out (which is always a pleasure to see). Even if you're only curious it is worth it to come in and take a peek.