Paris department stores

Paris department stores are famous worldwide as really fantastic places for shopping.

Called Grands Magasins in French, the department stores date back to the end of the 19th century.

Ever since, they have sold the best of what Paris is famous for: fashion, perfumes and tableware.

A visit to Paris department stores is traditionaly a key part of a Paris shopping tour. Don't miss them.

Le Printemps Luxe, Paris

The two most famous Paris department stores are on Boulevard Haussman, on the right bank.

The Galeries Lafayette, at number 40, and Le Printemps, at number 64, compete fiercely to attract Parisian and international shoppers.

They sell large assortments of tableware, fashion, perfume, lingerie and jewels and attract crowds of French and international shoppers.

We also warmly recommend Le Bon Marche.

Le Bon Marche on the left bank is lesser known. Smaller, high end, very Parisian, it specializes in fashion. It is a perfect place for quiet shopping.

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