Marbella shopping

Marbella shopping is fun for everyone

Marbella shopping, for some of us (moms!), can be the highlight of our Costa del Sol holiday. When you get tired of the Marbella beaches, sun and sand, it's time to get out of your swimsuit and start hitting all the fun and unique shops that Marbella has to offer.

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Malls

La Cañada shopping center - Family grade: 10
El Corte Ingles - Costa Marbella shopping center - Family grade: 9.7
Marina Banus shopping center- Family grade: 8.0

Street markets

Street markets (mercadillos) are great places to buy souvenirs and fresh fruits & vegetables. All markets are similar, selling fake brand name handbags, sunglasses, watches and wallets as well as a myriad of clothing, spices, shoes, music and more. However, some have specialty items that you may not find in other markets.

Keep in mind that markets are open from approximately 9:30am - 2:00pm. In the summer, avoid the heat and the crowds and get there early!

Follow this schedule to find a street market near you:

• Mondays: Alora, Marbella center (football stadium)
• Tuesdays: Benamagosa, Fuengirola (feria ground), Nerja (calle Chaparil)
• Wednesdays: Benalmadena (Parque de la Paloma), La Cala, Estepona, La Linea, Rindon de la Victoria
• Thursdays: Alhaurin el Grande, Pizara, Frigiliana, Torremolinos, Velez Malaga, San Pedro de Alcantara, Torre del Mar
• Fridays: Benalmadena (Tivoli gardens), Casares, Cartama, Aguamania, Las Chapas
• Saturdays: Fuengirola, La Cala, Ojen Pueblo, Coin, Marbella (Puerto Banus)
• Sundays: Estacion de Cartama, Fuengirola (near mosque), Malaga (near football stadium), Sabinillas, Estepona, Sotogrande, Nerja (car boot sale)

Mercadillo - Puerto Banus- Family grade: 10
Mercadillo - San Pedro Alcantara
Marbella Ecological Market
Second Hand shops

Clothing

Jeans Factory Marbella Outlet
Old Town Marbella - Family grade: 10
Puerto Banus - Family grade: 10
La Cañada - Family grade: 10
El Corte Ingles - Costa Marbella shopping center - Family grade: 9.7

Books

Bookworld España - Family grade: 9.3
Books on Andalusia online
FNAC at La Cañada shopping center

Furniture

Ideal Furniture Spain
Maison Afrique du Sud
Spot On
Outdoor furniture
Secondhand furniture

Food stores

Hipercor - Costa Marbella - Family grade: 10
Opencor - Family grade: 9.0
Alcampo in La Cañada
Mercadona
Supersol
Lidl
Carrefour (Estepona)
Iceland (Puerto Banus, Marbella)
Iceland (Fuengirola)
Morisson's (Gibraltar)
Ecological food products
Marbella Ecological Market
Supermarkets
Supermarkets open on Christmas

Other

Marbella Apple Store
Gadgetlandia

Marbella shopping with children

You just need to find the right venues. Older children may enjoy shopping in Marbella as long as you stick to their favorite places like FNAC or the Apple Store for multimedia, Hollister or H&M for clothing or even the street markets like the San Pedro market or Estepona market where prices are very reasonable (don't forget to bargain).

Younger children, however, will have a harder time finding the patience while parents browse. In this case, we suggest you stick to shopping in the bigger malls such as El Corte Ingles in Puerto Banus or La Canada Shopping Center, where children can spend a couple of hours in the play zones while you shop in relaxation. El Corte Ingles has a lovely glass enclosed area where children can play games, jump in balls, color and get creative. You can also leave the kids for a couple of hours at Camelot Park play area in the underground parking lot of La Canada shopping center in Marbella. To see which shops are located in La Canada shopping center click here. These larger shopping malls offer everything you need for the one-stop shop experience. However, there are lots of boutiques and smaller shops in Marbella where you can find more unique items to bring home. Stroll through the streets of Old Town Marbella to discover a charming old fashion toy store, olive oil markets, wine boutiques, Marbella furniture shops or local artisanal jewelry stands. You will love the charm of the cobble stone pedestrian areas where the kids can run free without worrying about cars and traffic.

For luxury items in Marbella you will want to make a special shopping trip to Puerto Banus where you will find all the high end brand names such as Cartier, Dolce & Gabana, Louis Vuitton, Bang & Olufsen, Armani and many more.

If you happen to be in Marbella during the months of January, February, August or September, you will be lucky enough to enjoy the winter and summer sales. Prices for all merchandise start out with discounts of approximately 20% - 30%, but by the end of the season you can find lots of items at 75% - 80% off. Learn more about the Marbella sales.

Enjoy your Marbella shopping experience!