Paris is famous for its array of shops – the only challenge is knowing where to start! We’ve put together a list of all the best spots to indulge in some retail therapy if you want to go shopping in Paris.
How to get to Paris from the UK
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Hop aboard one of our routes, including Newhaven to Dieppe, Dover to Calais and Dover to Dunkirk, and arrive in France just a few hours away from Paris. We offer overnight sailings and no baggage restrictions, so there’s plenty of space for new purchases!
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Les Halles
Les Halles is a neighbourhood with a rich market history. Today, the star of this area’s shopping offering is Forum des Halles, a sprawling and modern shopping mall. Forum de Halles features four floors of global brands, with a breezy, open-air courtyard that allows for some respite from shopping. Discover shops, restaurants, and even a cinema onsite to turn your trip to Forum des Halles into a fun day out. While you’re in Les Halles, embrace the neighbourhood’s markets at Marché Saint-Eustache Les Halles or nearby Rue Montorgueil.
Le Marais
Step into the trendiest district in Paris if you fancy a day’s shopping that’s filled with art galleries, stylish restaurants and bars open till late. Like many other Parisian neighbourhoods, Le Marais is ideal for getting around on foot with a coffee in hand.
The area is also home to some of the oldest buildings in Paris, so it’s a great shopping destination for culture and history lovers. Shoppers can enjoy the perfect mix of the old and the new.
Boulevard Haussmann
Boulevard Haussmann is one of the most popular places to go shopping in Paris, and for good reason. The bustling boulevard is one of the original streets created by Napoleon III, so there’s plenty of history to take in while you shop.
The famous street is home to two of the city’s major department stores, Galeries Lafayette and Au Printemps, as well as a host of huge brands. Discover over 2.5km of unmissable shops among beautiful architecture and a buzzy atmosphere, day and night.
Canal Saint-Martin
Looking for somewhere quieter? Escape the crowds by visiting this quaint shopping spot along the canal, around 12 miles outside of the city centre. Head here for a more authentic Parisian shopping experience, where you can browse market stalls run by local vendors.
Canal Saint-Martin shopping is characterised by the independent shops and cafés that line the canal, set against a backdrop of cobbled streets and pretty architecture. Visit this unique shopping area to find one-off and vintage items and enjoy the laidback atmosphere.
La Vallée Village
Looking for a good deal? La Vallée Village is Paris’s premier outlet village. Head here for unmissable discounts on exclusive designer brands, from Chanel to Isabel Marant. Pieces are limited, but you can bag luxury items with a discount of up to 70%!
La Vallée Village is located just outside the city, but it’s easily accessible by train and makes for a great day out if you want to try something different. Look out for annual summer and winter sales – you never know what you might find!
Palais Royal
Discover Paris’s best-kept secret with a trip to the historic arcades at Palais Royal. Hidden away in an inner courtyard a stone’s throw away from the Louvre, the Palais Royal arcades are a peaceful destination for shoppers looking for high-end shops and boutique restaurants.
Whether you want to window shop or splurge on a big purchase, the luxury shops are well worth a visit. You can also enjoy sculptures, installations, and galleries in this cultural haven in the heart of Paris.
Champs Élysées
Discover a mile-long stretch of shops through the city’s 8th arrondissement and experience one of the world’s most iconic shopping districts at Champs Élysées. The wide pavements are lined with trees and pretty cafés with outdoor seating, so there’s plenty of space to recharge.
From recognisable brands to luxury designers, this is the perfect place to embrace Paris’s links to fashion with a full selection of shops for all tastes.
