The ultimate guide to the best gay shops in Barcelona

If you go to a city like Barcelona and don't overdo it with shopping, did you even really go on holiday? We sometimes bring an extra suitcase with us just so we can fill it up with all the new clothes, art pieces, and *cough* toys we find along the way!

The Barcelona scene is fantastic for gay shops, with loads of different options. Whether you want to buy new Speedos, harnesses, a few tank tops, or just something for a quick jerk-off(!), there's always plenty to discover.

Sure, sex shops can seem quite intimidating from the outside, but hey, we're all human. We all have desires, and these places are committed to helping you fulfill them. So shop till you drop using our guide to the best gay shops in Barcelona.

Gaixample, the heart of Barcelona's gay scene

The gay village of Barcelona is located in the large residential Eixample neighborhood, bordered by the following streets: Carrer de Balmes, Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, Carrer del Comte d'Urgell, and Carrer d'Aragó. This section of Eixample is nicknamed, “Gaixample” (pronounced “gai-sham-ple”). Read more about the gay scene in our comprehensive gay guide to Barcelona.

To get our bearings, we always look for the main Axel Hotel, which is right in the heart of Gaixample, then work things out from there. Most of the shops in this guide are located in and around Gaixample.

Getting around Barcelona

1. X Boxer Barcelona

Find your inner X!

That's their slogan. Who or what is X? We've no idea, but he lives inside all of us, it seems. It appears X is the sexy beast that is trying to escape. And Boxer Barcelona is helping to unlock that cage. Inside the shop, you'll find leather harnesses, swings, ropes, and fetish wear.

Celebrating all things hardcore BDSM and roleplay, this store is a pool for the sexually liberated. Leather galore – from jackets to hats, straps, and boots, you'll be feeling your Janet Jackson Rhythm Nation vibe in no time!

It's also pretty handy to nip in on the way to the beach, for there are lots of cool tank tops and shorts on sale as well.

Boxer Barcelona is located at Carrer de la Diputació, 182. It is open every day except Sunday, from 11 am to 9 pm.

2. ES Collection Addicted Barcelona

Probably the most iconic gay brand to come out of Spain, and our go-to gay shop in Barcelona. This is THE ultimate gay shop you'll find in most gay capitals around the world. The first one is this one right here in the middle of Barcelona's Gaixample neighborhood, which opened in 2006 before spreading across the globe!

You'll see all the hotties showing off their newly purchased tight ES speedos at Marbella beach during the Circuit Festival. ES is also a big sponsor and supporter of all the major gay events around the world and always rocks up at each one with an entourage of hot guys to show them off!.

We love ES because, as well as Speedos, they also sell sexy underwear, well-fitted T-shirts, sporty clothing, shorts, cargo pants, tank tops, and trendy co-ords. It's perfect for topping up your outfit before Pride, the Circuit pool party, or a night out at Arena Club!

The ES Collection Store of Barcelona is located at Carrer del Consell de Cent, 218, and is open daily from 10 am to 10 pm.

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3. Zeus

The name of the boss of all the Ancient Greek Gods, so you know you're in for a heavenly experience here!

Either way, Zeus (the Barcelona gay shop) couldn't be more pleasant. Or…as pleasant as any giant-dildo-sexy-underwear-porno-movie-displaying-shop can be! It might be a small shop, but it's fully equipped with movies, toys, and a fabulous little hideaway in the back for you and a partner to sneak off into.

Zeus is located at Carrer de la Riera Alta, 20, and is open every day (except Sunday), from 10 am to 9:30 pm.

4. Erotic Palace Barcelona

A palace, you say? Well, for these two queens who love nothing more than visiting a palace, get those doors wide open…

Erotic Palace Barcelona sells lots of fabulous sex toys, swings, harnesses, and clothing. For all your roleplaying fantasies, step in through the door and see what lies within. From the outside, it's pretty much what you'd expect from a sex shop. A neon red sign, flashing the words sex, dark windows, and leather-clad mannequins posing out front.

As you head inside, you quickly realise this is an awesome space for celebrating all things erotic art, safe sex, and gay liberation! There are also plenty of opportunities to sneak off with a partner, with a labyrinth of glory holes and cabins to fool around in.

Erotic Palace is located at Carrer de Sants, 225, and is open every day from 10 am – 12 pm.

5. Sexyland

We hope your passport is up to date. As you're heading off to Sexyland!

With bold red lettering outside, it definitely screams sex shop. Step through the door, and you're met with flaming red walls and shelves full of sexy items. There's space for cruising and sexy time inside as well. They don't call it Sexyland for nothing! Make sure you stock up on condoms and lubricant here. You can also purchase some really funky artwork in between your, uh, cabin sessions…

Sexyland can be found at Carrer de Còrsega, 329. It's open every day from 10 am – 1 am.

6. Erotixx

Erotixx is a relatively small shop, but that doesn't mean it's not worth checking out. From movies to toys, there's much to discover inside. Plus, the video booths make a fabulous escape for sneaking off into. This is one of the most popular gay shops in Barcelona for the older 40s crowd.

The staff is particularly excellent and attentive to their customers. On Facebook, they actively engage with the LGBTQ community of Barcelona, sharing news on products, as well as tips on how to stay safe in the city. It adds such a breath of community into the place and makes you feel so appreciated as a consumer. Erotixx is also one of the best places to stock up on your DVD porn collection.

Erotixx is located at Avenida de Roma, 153, and it's open every day from 9 am – 12 pm.

7. Amantis Gràcia

With a name that translates to ‘lover' and ‘grace', we were expecting big things inside this store. And big things we found…literally!

Whilst Amatis Grácia is not a gay-exclusive shop, it's super popular amongst the local queer community. The staff is very sexy, which sure helps! They're also always super obliging and willing to show off and explain how some of the devices work.

We particularly love this shop for its online store. Prices are fairly reasonable, particularly for a sex shop, where you tend to pay a premium for certain items.

Amantis Gràcia is located at Carrer del Torrent de l'Olla, 145, and is open every day from 10 am to 10 pm.

8. Nostromo Gay Sex Shop

Dark rooms and glory holes await inside – Nostromo is one of the most popular gay cruising spots in Barcelona, as well as being a top-notch place to shop!

Inside it feels like you've entered into a 1990's Blockbuster video store, except on closer inspection, you'll quickly realise all the movies on sale are pornos…

Whilst there are loads of toys on sale as well, most people go for the movies and to hook up. The staff is really warm and inviting, so you don't get that intimidating feeling you usually get when you walk into a sex shop for the first time.

Nostromo Gay Sex Shop is located at Carrer de la Diputació, 208. It is open every day from 11 am to 12 am.

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