[2025 Barcelona Shopping Mall] Travel Guide for Els Encants Vells (Updated May)

#favouriteitinerary Mercat dels Encants is one of the oldest markets we have visited in Barcelona. It is located between Avinguda Meridiana and Carrer Casp and Carrer Castillejos, in the old Bosquet dels Encants (Enchanted Forest) gardens under a spectacular roof some 24 metres high. You can find literally everything here! Address: Carrer de los Castillejos, 158, L'Eixample, 08013 Barcelona, Spain #travel #barcelona

#markets Mercat dels Encants is an attraction that I would highly recommend if you are visiting Barcelona! It has a lively vibe and there are so many stalls where you can slowly explore and find some second-hand and vintage treasures. Do look up as it has a fabulous ceiling that is over 80-feet high and be amazed by the reflection of a kaleidoscopic whirl of stalls below. There's nothing you cannot find here - everything you need and a whole bunch that you don't. The variety includes books, toys 🧸, dolls, paintings, chairs, plates, jewelry, camera, fabric, cables, and even old photos! 📍C. de los Castillejos, 158, L'Eixample, 08013 Barcelona, Spain 🕜Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday : 9 am to 8 pm

Barcelona is famous for being a hipster city, there has always been plenty of artistic and edgy personalities in the city. But in today’s commercial landscape how does the city stand out as a shopping bargain? The answer to this question is: Encants. Encants is a word that in Catalan language means charms, and that is precisely what renders this flea market its charming spirit. The flea market exists for hundreds of years, however the building is very new. It was built in 2013 and features an impressive mirrored ceiling in geometric shape that reflects shoppers and passers-by. Here you can find all type of antiques and bargains, from vintage FC Barcelona football trophies to clothes, jewelry, vinyl records or books. Encants is definitely a place to check out on your trip to Barcelona, you can find a unique souvenir that makes your trip even more unforgettable. #shopandtrip #barcelona