A Laxe Shopping Centre

A Laxe Shopping Centre in the Vigo marina is one of the largest commercial complexes in the area, with a multitude of stores and eateries under one roof. Some local fashion labels are represented. The shopping center is popular with cruise tourists because of its convenient waterfront location.

• Web:

  www.alaxecentrocomercial.es

• Address:

  Rua Canovas del Castillo 1, Vigo

• Phone:

  +34 986 44 37 88

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am-10pm

Almacenes Gonzalez

This local deli store offers a wide array of scrumptious foods typical of the region - legs of cured ham adorn the walls and hand down from a bar right above the counter, and local cheeses are showcased alongside dried fruit, nuts and wines from the region.

• Address:

  Rua da Ronda de Don Bosco 26, Vigo

• Phone:

  +34 986 22 10 17

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Fri 9.30am-2pm & 5-8.30pm, Sat 9.30am-2pm, Sun closed

Cesteiros Street

Cesteiros is an Old Town alley once inhabited almost exclusively by local basket weavers. The traditional baskets (used historically to store seafood and produce) are now showcased at the street's store fronts, and may be purchased as a souvenir of Vigo's widely renowned basketwork.

• Address:

  Rua Cesteiros, Vigo

Mercado da Pedra

Make your way to Mercado da Pedra in the historic town center around lunch time - the market is known for its extensive offer of seafood, and houses several eateries serving fresh oysters, which won't cost a fortune here. Some local speciality items and deli are also sold at the market; do expect a selection more limited than that of a larger city.

• Address:

  Rua Teofilo Llorente 9, Vigo

• Phone:

  +34 986 81 01 00

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Sat 10am-2pm & 4.30pm-8.30pm, Sun 10am-2pm

O Calvario

The shopping district of O Calvario retains some of its old-time atmosphere, with many of its streets pedestrian-only. The area is populated by multiple traditional shops and eateries, and is home to the O Calvario Market, a long-time locals' favourite for produce shopping.

• Address:

  San Roque 109, Vigo

Rua do Principe

Vigo's main commercial thoroughfare, Rua do Principe (and the street it eventually merges with, Rua Urzaiz), is lined with all manner of shops and boutiques, primarily vending international brand clothing. There are quite a few cafes and eateries here, and the Modern Art Museum in the way of attractions.