Maremagnum: a distinctive and easily recognizable architecture!
You've probably wondered what it's like to be this splendid building on the seafront at the end of an undulating wooden walkway called "La Rambla de Mar ?
Well, this monument is a huge shopping mall with all the facilities you could wish for.an impressive number of stores selling clothes, electrical goods, fashion accessories...
Today, it's a very pleasant place to stroll and enjoy all the tourist and family activities on offer.
And because it's located in the port, open every day of the week!
La Rambla de Mar, a fun walk!
The Rambla that takes you there is gigantic and is over 380 metres long.
The entire building is made up of mirrors and we appreciate the splendid reflections of space recreated in the water. It's a very special way to end your walk from Las Ramblas in the old town...
Built as part of the city's renovations for the 1992 Olympic Games, Maremàgnum is a shopping mall that was developed at the same time as other buildings along the coast, such as the Aquàrium, one of Europe's largest aquariums and home to a collection of important Mediterranean species.
Practical information for visiting the Maremàgnum!
Maremàgnum is part of the Moll d'Espanya and is located in the Gothic Quarter on the seafront.
The shopping center is open daily from 10am to 10pm.
As for restaurants, they sometimes stay open until 1am.
Exact addressCarrer Moll d'Espanya, 5, 08039 Barcelona, España.
How do I get there?
To get there, take buses 19 and 40 to the "Passeig de Colon" stop, or stop at Drassanes (L3), one of the metro stations on La Rambla, closest to the sea.
Or Barceloneta (L2).
All the Maremàgnum stores!
The brand is proud to present that it includes 54 stores in the heart of its shopping center!
And these stores are very varied: fashion boutiques, health and beauty centers, children's and home decoration stores, sports stores and everything you need for your leisure activities: restaurants, bars, food stores...
Among the most famous, point de vue clothing storeswe quote: Bershka, Desigual, Lacoste on the first floor.
Second floor: H&M, Havaianas, IKKS, Kaotik, Mango, Oysho, Pimkie, Stradivarius, Women's Secrets.
For purchases of shoeyou'll find : Querol and U Casas.
For sports enthusiasts and especially Barça: an official FC Barcelona store on the first floor!
The Stam boutique specializes in nautical clothing.
With regard to men's fashion Mascon on the first floor, Jack and Jones and Springfield on the second floor.
If you're a fanatic jewelry and accessoriesThere are a number of stores that might interest you, such as Claire's, Swatch or Lollipops.
And also hi-tech or toy stores (Imaginarium or Interkits) and cosmetics sales centers (If, Kiki).
And if you'd like give yourself a makeovera hairdresser, Marco Aldanyis also located at the Maremàgnum, on the first floor to be precise.
Apart from shopping, what else can you do at Maremàgnum?
And, of course, there's plenty of food and drink available at Maremàgnum!
Several options are available to you. "El Chipiron de Monchos offers seafood prepared à la minute. Open daily from 10am to 1am.
But you can also opt for an Italian-style meal at Ginosor for a refreshing salad at Fresc Coor even a vegetable wok with The Wok. If you want to stay in a Spanish atmosphere, Tapa Tapa offer montaditos, small sandwiches made with local produce, or try paella.
For a more economical version or to eat on the run, international fast-food restaurants will open their doors to you: Mc Donalds, Pans & Co.
Buenas Migas is also a good option, as they offer foccacias or pasta at low prices.
And children will love the Ben & Jerrys!
And don't forget the "Cinesa" cinema
The "Cinesa" cinema is a specialist in 3D films, with a fine offering.
But they do offer dubbed films! No original version, unfortunately!
What to do around Maremàgnum
If you've finished shopping and still have some time to kill, know that you're in a strategic location!
You're in the heart of the Old Port and at the start of the Ramblas.
The Aquàrium is a great place to admire thousands of aquatic species, but you can also take a stroll on the Moll de la FustaThis walk takes you to the monument dedicated to Colon and to the Marina Royale, where splendid boats are moored.
Either head back to the heart of the historic city center in the Gothic Quarter, or head for the sea and the old fishing district of Barceloneta.
Nearby : Maritime Museum, Christopher Columbus Column, Barcelona Zoo, Wax Museum...
Maremàgnum is a great place for young and old to relax for an afternoon. For an ice cream, a coffee in the sun or a spot of shopping...
Others shopping centers in Barcelona?
On the Plaça d'Espanya, the old bullring that hosted the " toreadores "Today, they are a huge three-storey shopping mall.
The top floor of the "Las Arenas" center offers a panoramic view of the entire city. Its architecture is unmistakable when you arrive at Plaça de Espanya, The Las Arenas center also includes a cinema, an exhibition hall, fashion boutiques, food stores, specialty stores such as Fnac...
If you still prefer the seaside, head for the Diagonal del Mar.
Address Avinguda Diagonal, 3, 08019 Barcelona
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