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Shopping in Cádiz. The best shops of the “Tacita de Plata” (little silver cup).
Shopping in Cádiz is a delight, since this city has an extensive commercial offering where you will find shops for all tastes and colours where you can make a good purchase. Spending the day shopping in Cádiz is one of the activities that many visitors do in the tacita de plata, since the souvenir shops form an intrinsic part of the tourist route around the city. Shops in Cádiz are generally open Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and on Sunday the shops are usually closed, since this is when people spend time with family and friends. Here you will find a body of shops that run the gamut from elegant decoration and furniture shops to fashion accessories, gift, souvenir, leather goods, book and music shops, as well as a bazaar, where you can find a good selectin of gifts for family and friends … Don’t miss out because we are going to tell you everything you need to know to enjoy an amazing day shopping in Cádiz.
Shopping in Cádiz city centre
The downtown in Cádiz is an outdoors shopping center. In its busy streets you will find a lot of shops and establishments of all kinds: shoes, clothing, toys, books, cosmetics and perfumes, as well stores where to get souvenirs or arts and crafts.
In the old town the most commercial streets are Novena, Calle Ancha, Columela (where franchises like Springfield, Oysho, Zara, Mango, Women’s Secret, Desigual, etc. are found), Compañía (here you will find the most “hippie” shops with leather goods…) or San Francisco.
CATCHALOT
Catchalot is a shop that opened its doors around 1987. Here you will find footwear and accessories for men, women and children from the best Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and Dutch manufacturers. Its aim is to offer its customers the best products made by the best professionals.
Cosmopolitan
Cosmopolitan is a boutique for women specialized on international brands. This shop offers exclusiveness and quality and it’s ideal to buy clothing for special occasions, since it has a great party dresses collection.
ECUE
You can find two brands at ECUE. The first is from Elisa Cortés, a firm well established at both a national and international level. And the second are the accessories designed by Alejandro Gª Cortés, who is committed to hand-made manufacturing and the use of top quality materials.
El Corte Inglés
This store chain is the most known by everyone, since it is the biggest one in Spain, with great and assorted variety, it has articles ranging from fashion to car stuff, going through sports, perfumes, foods, flowers, leisure, electronics, music and culture.
Magerit
Maribel Fernández and Josefina Armental opened their wine shop a little more than a decade and half ago. And since then more than 2.000 different wines can be found on their shelves. In their store you will find specific zones for sherry wines and brandy. They also have an online shop and they even give advice to restaurants. It is the perfect place to take a souvenir in the shape of a bottle.
Azahar lencería centro
With more than 5 years of existence, Azahar Lingerie offers the most exclusive brands of the intimate section for men and women. In their shop you will find from traditional models to more modern and bold lines, but always maintaining the elegance and class.
ISI Moda
Isi is one of the most famous fashion shops from the capital. It has been offering its customers the most exclusive and quality products of the market since 1945. In this place you will find the trendiest fashion like Belstaff, Harmon & Blaine, Armani, Hackett, Barbour, Scalpers. And for women Etxard & Panno, Holly Preppi, Hoss Intropia, Barbour, Cristina Gavioli. In addition it gives a free hour of parking.
Isi is a winning choice if what you want is going shopping.
Gordillo Joyeros
For more than a century, this family business has worked with the best of the best to offer you the most quality and exclusive pieces. In addition to offering a great variety of jewels and watches on their displays, they offer a jewelry line more youth oriented, in which its silver collection stands out, and all of these in modern and elegant frames.
You will find jewels, watches, accessories and gifts from prestigious and recognized brands like: Daniel Wellington, Omega, Certina, Dupont, Carrera y Carrera, Chopard, Montblanc, Folli Follie, Longines, Le Carré, Tag Heuer, Hamilton, Cuervo y Sobrinos, Corum, Casio, Pedro Durán, etc.
Autoservicio Tinoco
Near the promenade, you can find this store that has a wide range of stocks and craft beers. The right place to discover the most exclusive preserved foods without forgetting the delicious cheese from the province and cured meats.
LA CASITA DE DALI
A children’s fashion boutique bang in the centre of Cádiz old town. Here you will find all you need in fashion and accessories for your little ones (newborn, onesies, dresses, nappy covers, blouses and much more). While relatively new, it has been open since 2013 and it has to be said that it already has three different points of sale.
Cádiz street markets
El Piojito Street Market
This street market takes place every Monday morning and is located on the La Paz promenade. Here you will find a multitude of clothing stalls with products for all tastes and ages. Pay a visit if you have the chance, since its very particular vibe means it is worth seeing.
Andalusí Street Market
Andalusí Street Market is held in summer, specifically in August, in the El Pópulo neighbourhood, which is transformed into a Medieval stage where you can find a multitude of both gastronomic and arts and crafts products. Many music and belly dancing performances are also put on.
Cádiz Day Trip: see the essentials of Tacita de Plata in just one day
Where to stay
Fuerte Hoteles is always the best choice to stay in Andalucía, get to know its cities and look for the best shops. The chain has establishments where you can enjoy, besides its services, the best of each point of the region, a good example is hotel Fuerte Conil which is located in front of one of the most beautiful beaches in Spain, beach La Fontanilla. It stands out for its exclusive Andalucian style, its 25.000 square feet of gardens, 4 outdoors swimming pools, Jacuzzi, tennis court and a complete equipped Spa.
We are heading to Cadiz next week and you have answered our big shopping questions. Thank you!!!