Shopping in Chueca: style, books, design and a lot of attitude
Chueca is one of the neighborhoods with the most personality in Madrid, and this is also evident in its commercial offer. Around the Plaza de Chueca a labyrinth of streets full of original stores, bookstores, alternative fashion, charming gifts and much more unfolds.
Hortaleza Street is perfect for those who are looking for daring clothes with character. There you will find specialized stores, sex shops, gyms and emblematic bookstores such as Berkana, pioneer in LGTBIQA+ themes, or Panta Rhei, focused on illustrated books and comics. For food lovers, A Punto combines a gastronomic bookstore with workshops and culinary experiences. And if your thing is glasses with personality, stop by Tiwi, 100% Madrid design.
A very local curiosity: on Augusto Figueroa Street there are several shoe stores with samples of both men’s and women’s footwear. There you can find real bargains on models from other seasons.
Nearby you can also find stores such as New Balance (on Fuencarral street), the boutique of Spanish designer Ana Locking or Archive Sneakers, ideal for those looking for vintage clothing and unique sneakers.
For gifts, decoration or books with soul, take a look at Energía Positiva Siglo XXI. And if you travel with children or want to surprise someone with creative toys, be sure to visit Lobo Feliz, an educational toy store with lots of charm.
Shopping in Chueca is to discover the most original and diverse side of Madrid. Whether you want to treat yourself or take home a souvenir with history, there is always something different waiting for you.
