La Maquinista is a partially outdoor shopping mall offering over 200 local and international retailers and distinct Catalan experiences. Located in an older district of Barcelona at the edge of the Gothic and Born neighbourhoods, La Maquinista is one of the largest malls of its kind in Catalonia.
Open since 2000, La Maquinista has brought an eclectic mix of fun, adventure, style, recreation and dining to Barcelona. It's open all week and attracts a variety of people with both typical and speciality stores and its prime location by many sites of historical and architectural importance.
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What are the highlights of La Maquinista in Barcelona?
The cinema at La Maquinista has 3D and new releases amongst its offerings, providing ample entertainment for your stay. Several restaurant options are available in the centre, as is a grassy area for a relaxing picnic. La Burguesa La Maquinista and Five Guys offer classic American food, while La Tagliatella CC La Maquinista offers authentic Italian pizza.
Aside from food, La Maquinista offers plenty of clothing, toys, gifts, electronics and other options from the top brands like Kiwoko, Abercrombie & Fitch, Carrefour, Claire’s, Apple, Guess, H&M, Hollister and more. A kids’ play area provides room to play while parents rest.
What else is good to know about La Maquinista in Barcelona?
The centre has an outstanding sustainability certification and nearly 4,600 parking spaces. On the second floor of the centre is an elevated terrace perfect for lounging and sightseeing.
La Maquinista isn’t far from the beach, and the weekend crowds can be beaten by coming in early. It’s a 9-minute walk from Sant Andreu and a 10-minute walk from Bon Pastor. The Parque de la Maquinista is a park within walking distance of La Maquinista. Other nearby attractions include the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, the Palace of Catalan Music, the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar and Església de Sant Andreu de Palomar.
La Maquinista in Barcelona
Locatie: C/ de Potosí, 2, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
Openingstijden: Hours may vary
Telefoonnummer: +34 93 360 89 71