DK Travel : Madrid : Shopping

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Hermanos Ortíz Sanza

Just off Plaza Mayor, this philatelist’s dream deals in stamps, albums, catalogues, commemorative issues and magnifying glasses; also medals, coins and old banknotes.
Horno San Onofre

The decoration of this traditional Madrid bakery borders on the palatial. The produce is just as good – every conceivable type of bread, as well as seasonal specialities such as roscón de Reyes and turrón .
Iñski Sampedro

This artisan makes exclusive hand-painted, leather handbags. Original jewellery made by Minorcan craftsmen is also sold here. Note the shop lamp, one of Sampedro’s own creations.
Jesús del Pozo

One of the most respected Spanish designers, del Pozo first broke away from the mainstream in the 1970s and has never looked back. Sophisticated women’s fashions and prêt-à-porter ; also sells his own brand of perfume.
Joaquín Berao

Berao travels the world seeking inspiration for his highly original gold and silver jewellery and finds it in car fenders, iron railings, lily ponds and other unlikely sources. They look a lot better than they sound.
Julio Rodríguez

As the hand-painted wall sign indicates, this tiny shop is crammed with foot-treadle antique sewing machines. Also sells typewriters.
Kantharos

Selection of stylish gifts including pocket- as well as wrist-watches, key rings, jewellery, ink wells etc.
La Metralleta

This large store specializes in second-hand records. Every taste and period is catered for and the staff are both helpful and knowledgeable.
La Violeta

This quaint store, founded more than a century ago, sells its own brand of sugared violets, plus a small range of marrons glacés , pralines and other sweets.
Lafuente

Wine supermarket, with more than 500 varieties to choose from, mostly Spanish and including sparkling wines (cava ).