Promoting responsible and local consumption
If you are staying at the Hotel Continental Barcelona or the Continental Palacete, you have the opportunity to explore a unique and authentic selection of products and services in the heart of Barcelona. Just a few minutes from our hotels, in the Ciutat Vella district, you will find a variety of distinctive shops that represent the best of local commerce and a commitment to sustainability and responsible shopping.
What Makes the Shops of Ciutat Vella Special?
Ciutat Vella is not only the historic heart of Barcelona but also a hub of creativity and tradition. In this district, the first catalog of shops and services that stand out for their unique, sustainable, and socially impactful character has been launched. These establishments are more than just stores; they are guardians of Barcelona’s culture and traditions. By visiting and shopping at these stores, you not only take a piece of Barcelona with you but also support small local businesses and promote responsible consumption.
Guantería Alonso, opened in 1905
The family origins of this store date back to my grandfather who, since 1890, had been handcrafting high-quality leather gloves, a trade that my father continued, becoming suppliers for the best glove companies on the market.
Alonso website
Souvenirs “Made in Barcelona”: The Importance of Shopping Locally
Purchasing local products is not only a way to obtain high-quality, authentic items, but it also contributes to the economic development of the city. Shopping at the stores in Ciutat Vella helps keep traditions alive, supports artisans, entrepreneurs, and businesses with long family histories, like our hotels.
The Ciutat Vella catalog invites you to discover fashion boutiques, craft workshops, bookstores, cafés, and other services that stand out for their originality and respect for Barcelona’s culture and the environment. These establishments offer not just products, but experiences that reflect the essence of Barcelona.
Dulcería La Colmena
Sweetening Barcelona since 1849, visit the website here
Visit Them!
We encourage you, during your stay with us at Hotel Continental Barcelona or Continental Palacete, to set aside time to explore these unique shops. It will be an opportunity to take home a unique souvenir of Barcelona and support the local community. Let’s promote responsible and local consumption together. We look forward to welcoming you to Ciutat Vella!
This post aims to inform our guests about the valuable selection of authentic Barcelona products available near our hotels, while also highlighting the importance of supporting local commerce.
You can download the catalog here.
