Paper lovers, today we are excited to uncover a true hidden gem in the heart of Barcelona: Free Time, a charming international bookstore located in the Sant Antoni neighborhood. This local bookstore stands out not only for its impressive collection of magazines and international newspapers, but also for its unique selection of international magazines that are difficult to find!
English and American magazines in Barcelona
Entering this bookstore is to experience the charm of traditional local bookshops, with paper and magazines displayed everywhere. But it doesn’t stop there: Free Time is the place where you can find the latest and most cutting-edge international magazines, as well as those hard-to-find publications. If they exist, they are likely in Free Time.
A family business from 1992
Coinciding with the year when the Olympics were held in Barcelona in 1992, this bookstore opened its doors for the first time on Las Ramblas. It is a family-owned business that continues to embrace the value of printed materials and preserves the nostalgic charm of neighborhood bookstores. A few years ago they moved to the Sant Antoni neighborhood, keeping the characteristic atmosphere of Free Time. A unique both local and international bookstore in Barcelona.
What will you find there?
Free Time offers a unique blend of a traditional newsstand and a bookstore. They have from local newspapers to a wide selection of international press from various countries, including the US. In addition to newspapers, as mentioned earlier, they curate a delightful collection of international magazines from diverse fields such as fashion, design, and architecture.
Beyond newspapers and magazines, Free Time also presents a thoughtfully curated assortment of books and a delightful array of notebooks to choose from!
Address: Floridablanca, 115.
