Bercy Village
This alternative-style shopping precinct in an historic wine market offers everything from speciality foods to the hippest fashion. Shopping as a playground.
Shopping is practically a patriotic duty in the city that arguably invented luxury retail — it certainly invented the modern department store. But there’s a lot more to Paris’ shops than just those famous designer labels, though even junk stores have a certain French flair. Here are the six best places to discover the full gamut of Parisian shopping, whether for those famous luxury goods or where ordinary Parisians go for a little cachet for a lot less.
Lubin
When you want what isn't available in duty-free shops around the world, come here and invest in a little fragrance history. Parfumier to crowned heads of yore.
Rue du Commerce
Shop like a local: one of the streets Parisians know about where you can buy fashionable clothing without the scary price tag. A lot of independent boutiques.
Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Once famous for its bookshops, today its largely luxury fashion that dominates. Nonetheless, a great locale for window shopping if you have no plans to splurge.
Printemps
Printemps is where the Parisians go to avoid the tourists at the "grand magasins" on the other side of the river. Don't miss the stained glass cupola.
Tombées du Camion
A junk market as a concept store, it will delight any hoarder or those who love to rake through flea markets. What's for sale defies definition.