Lata Peinada
A bookshop dedicated exclusively to Latin American literature, with a wide-ranging selection of fiction, poetry and essays from independent publishers.
NormaComics
One of Europe’s most iconic specialist bookshops and a must-visit for lovers of the ninth art.
Alibri
A long-established central bookshop specialising in the humanities and philosophy, with a strong section for languages.
Documenta
An independent bookshop and cultural space with its own clear editorial focus, specialising in literature, essays and contemporary thought.
Fatbottom
Bookstore with a cult following that specialises in independent comics, fanzines and self-published works, with a carefully curated selection of alternative graphic art.
Llibreria Terranova
Independent bookstore, art gallery and publisher housed in a 19th-century modernist former shoemaker’s workshop in Barcelona.
Byron
An independent cultural space that combines a bookshop, café and artistic activities programme for all audiences.
Finestres
A bookshop and cultural space with a wide selection of books on literature, philosophy, comics and art.
Casa del Libro
One of the city’s major bookshops, with a broad range of titles and stationery for all kinds of readers.
Ona
A bookshop with a rich historical legacy, specialising in Catalan-language titles and the promotion of artistic and cultural endeavours.
Gigamesh
A bookshop specialising in science fiction, fantasy and horror, as well as comics and board games.
La Central
Independent bookstore chain in Barcelona, founded in 1996, specialising in the humanities with a carefully curated cultural activities programme.
Continuara Comics
Specialist shop for comics, graphic novels, manga and pop culture, spread over two floors with distinct universes.
Llibreria Fabre
Barcelona’s oldest surviving bookshop, founded in 1860 and specialising in children’s literature, educational toys and German culture.