Sustainable Shopping: Best Thrift Stores in Madrid đď¸
Sustainable Shopping: Best Thrift Stores in Madrid đď¸
Sydney Luttazi
Thrifting is a great way to buy new pieces of clothing while also saving a few extra dollars...and most importantly it's a sustainable way to shop! I spent a lot of my free time in Madrid wondering around the streets finding new thrift stores to browse through and I ended up purchasing some amazing pieces I will keep for a long time!
In this guide you will find my top recommendations for thrift stores in Madrid organized by area so you can plan your shopping day around what area you want to visit, or if you find yourself in the shopping mood while your out and about you can check this guide to see what is nearby!
Keep in mind stores are usually closed on Sundays and store hours are typically 10:00/11:00 until 20:00/21:00, but beware that the Spanish take their siesta seriously and stores may be closed around 14:30-16:30!
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MalasaĂąa
MalasaĂąa is a really cool neighborhood to shop! On Calle de Velarde you can find a bunch of thrift stores right next to one another. For this reason I recommend going to this area firstâŚyou will have the most luck finding something you like!
La Mona Checa
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You will know youâre in the right place when you see the iconic red and white circus curtains đŞ
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Magpie Vintage
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A very popular thrift store so itâs always busy but for good reason because it always has good finds!
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Flamingos Vintage Kilo Madrid
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More funky and unique pieces. This store sells by weight so ask a store worker for help if you donât understand the prices!
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Biba Vintage
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Advertised as 80s and 90s sportswear, but you can find an array of second hand clothes here!
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Kinda Kinks
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Donât let the name fool you, this thrift store has a great selection of good quality second hand clothing and accessories.
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Alphaville Vintage Sport đ MalasaĂąa
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Great spot to find sports/athesure attire! You can find merchandise from basically any sport or team.
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Chueca
Chueca is right next to MalasaĂąa and is the LGBTQ+ hub of Madrid đłď¸âđ. This neighborhood is always bustling with people and you can find some awesome shops just wondering the streets!
HUMANA Vintage
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You canât go wrong with a Humana Vintage, they have more curated selections and some great pieces!
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Mosaico Vintage - Second hand clothes
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Nicely organized and easy to browse their options, and youâll find some great prices!
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Sol
Sol is in the city center of Madrid where the majority of the fast fashion brands like Zara and H&M are located, however there are some great thrift shops here too. Explore the side streets of Gran VĂa to find second hand stores to thrift.
Aramayo Vintage
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Tons of options to search through and has a cohesive vintage feel to the whole place!
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HUMANA Vintage
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This location just opened in 2023, Iâve found it to have a great selection and very clean and organized inside!
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Las Letras
Las Letras is near the center but not as busy as Sol. This is where you will find charming small shops and beautiful narrow streets to wonder around.
HUMANA Vintage
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Another Humana Vintage that wonât disappoint with carefully selected stylish pieces.
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Alphaville vintage shop
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With multiple locations of Alphaville, you canât go wrong with any of them! Great selection of second hand pieces and great prices.
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La Latina
La Latina is a great area to explore if youâre in the mood for some yummy tapas after your thrifting spree. This area also hosts El Rastro, a large open air flea market, every Sunday! I highly recommend visiting, but keep track of your belongings becuase it gets very busy!
Underground
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My favorite place to browse for second hand coats and jackets. A little overwhelming with their selection but with patience you can be sure to find something unique!
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HUMANA Vintage
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Humana Vintage curates their selection with good quality pieces and with great prices too! Really canât go wrong with exploring the racks inside.
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El Rastro
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El Rastro is a must see/do in Madrid if your in the area on a Sunday! Itâs an outdoor flea market with an array of vendors from second hand clothing to curated handmade gifts!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sydney Luttazi
Hello! I'm Sydney, I am from the US but I am currently living in Spain for the second year in a row and absolutely loving life here!
I lived in Madrid for 11 months as an Aupair and now I am currently living in Tenerife in the Canary Islands working as an English teaching assistant. I decided after college I wanted to prioritize travel and step out of my comfort zone so I found a job working as an Aupair and I fell in love with Spain. I have met so many like minded young women along the way and have created life long friendships along the way. Living abroad has allowed me to grow and flourish in a way I didn't know was possible, and exploring new cities and cultures has enriched my life so much.
I want to help out other young female travelers, either solo or groups of friends, who are looking for great recommendations around Madrid and other parts of Spain! I know it can be daunting to travel solo as a woman so I want to share my knowledge and tips to help make your experience amazing and give you some confidence along the way.
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