When it comes to shopping in Paris, whether for Parisians or tourists, two places are unavoidable: the Galeries Lafayette and Le Bon Marché stores. These big stores located on the left bank of the Seine River are world-renowned and attract many shopping enthusiasts from all over the world.
The Galeries Lafayette, a popular destination for shopping
The Galeries Lafayette is nothing more than the temple of shopping lovers. It includes a wide variety of customers, as it is one of the most visited places in Paris. This huge store is divided into three houses: the right part, which is the main house, is dedicated to women and children, the left part to men, and the central part is especially devoted to the home and gourmet products.
Considered to be the fashion store par excellence, The Galeries Lafayette gathers in one place all kinds of brands, from luxury to mid-range. But today, this place provides almost everything, be it fashion, decoration, culture, cooking, sports, hairdressing and aesthetics, and more.
Being a popular place among tourists, the Galeries Lafayette is very active and crowded, especially in the middle of the day and on weekends. To shop peacefully, it is best to go there during the week and in the morning. Tourists or residents will undoubtedly admire the magnificent dome in the Art nouveau style which houses a fairy decoration during the Christmas season.
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Le Bon Marché, luxury within reach
Unlike The Galeries Lafayette, Le Bon Marché is a much less crowded place where everything speaks of luxury. This department store is as beautiful on the outside as on the inside, with its Haussmann architecture which is definitely worth a visit, its beautiful lighting and various well-defined departments that form a maze where people get lost with pleasure.
This is the right place to shop quietly while enjoying a large airy space. It provides major luxury brands, but also some more publicly accessible brands. Food lovers should pay a visit to the famous Grande Épicerie where they can find all kinds of fine products from anywhere in the world. It is also the ideal place for a well-deserved gourmet break after long hours strolling throughout the store.
