Carrer d'Avinyó is an old yet stylish street known worldwide for its brothel at number 44 being the possible inspiration for Picasso’s painting 'Les Demoiselles d’Avignon'. The mainly narrow medieval street offers elegant culture with an artistic twist in the Gothic neighbourhood.
Local designers call attention to their designs across the whole street, from paintings to clothing and more. There’s such a variety, and you can even find sustainable options at Humus at number 29. Wherever you go in Carrer d’Avinyo, you are sure to find something to suit your sensibilities.
Carrer d’Avinyó in Barcelona - one of the highlights of 10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Barcelona (Read all about Barcelona here)
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What are the highlights of Carrer d'Avinyó in Barcelona?
Carrer d'Avinyó is a comfortable distance away from the larger retail areas, making it a more leisurely and less crowded place to search for personal valuables. Wasabi Barcelona throws in alternative streetwear with local, often vintage-inspired designs, making for an especially unique appearance. Alquimia Project is a store as well as an art gallery, supplying limited-edition, handmade and vegan-friendly products. Le Fortune is a Paris-themed women’s fashion boutique.
Popular clothing stores make their presence known on Carrer d'Avinyó as well, with name brands such as American Apparel, Happy Socks and Flamingo’s Club. From vintage to speciality boutique clothing, there’s a beloved style here for everyone.
What else is good to know about Carrer d'Avinyó in Barcelona?
If you're in need of a haircut or styling, Carrer d'Avinyó includes a professional English-speaking salon run by Anthony Loblet at number 34. Restaurants, cafes and bars such as El Gran Cafe, Venus and Aguelo 013 also line the street. El Gran Cafe provides a selection of high-quality, traditional Spanish dinners, while Venus is a contemporary, youthful tapas bar. Aguelo 013 offers plate-sized tapas for the particularly hungry.
Places of cultural interest to visit nearby include Carrer del Rossello, Calle Provenza, Travessera de Gracia, Carrer d’Arago, Sarria-Sant Gervasi, Les Corts, Gracia and Alella.
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