Shopping in Gran Canaria - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Las Arenas is the most famous shopping center of the island. As well as shops of popular Spanish brands, this center presents trade pavilions of world popular brands. Amateurs of Mango, Massimo Dutti, Oysho and Bershka brands will really like it here. There are several large sports shops, as well. Lovers of high-end perfumes should come by Douglas Perfumerias, and for cosmetics you can come by Yves Rocher pavilion. After shopping, visit a cinema or relax in a cozy restaurant courtyard.

You can continue with El Muelle shopping center. It includes shops of mainly popular international brands and quite expensive pavilions focused on wealthy travelers. Frugal buyers can afford stores of Spanish brands, that are abundant here.

Calle Mayor de Triana is the busiest and most interesting shopping street in the city. Here, are found shops of various specializations, which occupy beautiful historical buildings. Men will surely appreciate tobacco shops. They are really cute, in the manner of the past. Ladies can go to clothing stores. A huge number of small jewelry and souvenir shops, whose owners are trying to surprise customers with exclusive goods are located there. Lovers of fashion will be interested in walking along adjacent streets, they're full of original designer shops. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

In the immediate vicinity of the capital, is a huge Las Terrazas outlet, where items of famous brands are available with huge discounts all-year-round. Lovers of Calvin Klein and Levi's brands like to make purchases here. Don't pass by Pepe Jeans store. Discounts for quality brand goods here can reach 70%. For the convenience of visitors, there are many attractive restaurants and cafes in the outlet.

El Corte Inglés popular trading complex occupies a beautiful 12-storey building. Its luxuriously decorated galleries have shops with goods for home, great jewelry and perfumery salons. It is a good place for family shopping, there are many pavilions with goods for children.

Mercado de Vegeta market is found within the historical district and is considered one of the most beautiful on the island. A huge choice of fresh vegetables and fruits, meat from farmers and popular seafood is always available to customers. Many come here in search of fine wine, locally produced honey, and souvenirs. There is an excellent café on the market, whose specialty is chocolate fondue.

A suitable store in Gran Canaria is also available to book lovers. It is Libre del Cabildo. The store was opened in 1995. From the very opening, it offers a huge choice of literature on history, culture, and sights of the Canary Islands. They have smart booklets with photos, travel guides, reference books, and many attractive souvenirs in national style.

Fedak is one of the best souvenir shops on the island. It presents goods from the finest craftsmen. Wonderful wicker baskets, clay and ceramic products, wooden decorations and many other exclusive products are available to visitors.

For sweet gifts for your loved ones go to Compania de la Galleta store. It is famous for its dozens of kinds of popular sweets. Visitors can choose a cute box of beautifully decorated chocolates or cookies. This store is popular not only with tourists, but with locals,as well. They sell many exclusive sweets.