Shopping in Castellón

Where to go Shopping in Castellón

Depending on what you are looking for and the places you plan to visit, you'll find a wide and varied range of options.

If you prefer the street atmosphere and local shops, the city centres of Castellón’s main towns offer souvenir and artisan stores. Please note that small shops close during lunch hours, roughly between 2 pm and 5 pm.

For an authentic experience and to explore the local markets for local products and cuisine, municipal markets showcase the province’s top offerings.

If you are looking for large stores and shopping centres,  you'll find the main chain stores in the capital's shopping centres.

What to Buy in Castellón

• Ceramics: Castellón is renowned for its artisanal ceramics. In gift shops and countless workshops, you can find beautiful hand-painted pieces that make an elegant gift.
• Morellana Blankets: In Morella, you'll find countless shops selling wool blankets. Morellana blankets have a centuries-old tradition and are known for their striped designs and vibrant colors. 
• Esparto and Wicker Crafts: If you want a souvenir that you can use on your next beach trip, many inland villages offer baskets and hampers handmade by artisans using natural fibres.
• Benicarló Artichokes: An excellent option to take home as a gift or to eat after your trip, these artisanal preserved artichoke hearts in olive oil are a local specialty.
• Artisan Cheeses: In the interior of Castellón, spectacular goat and sheep cheeses are made, perfect for a tasting that will remind you of your visit.
• Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: The Maestrat region is home to one of the largest concentrations of millenary olive trees in the world. This liquid gold is one of the most delicious ways to remember Castellón at home.
• Traditional Sweets: If you have a sweet tooth, consider buying a box of flaons (pastries filled with curd and almonds) or other traditional sweets such as coca de Castellón.
• Carmelitano Liqueur: For liqueur lovers, this artisanal drink crafted by Carmelite monks at the Desierto de las Palmas since 1896, is made with over 30 herbs and is a true symbol of the region.