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Shopping in Paris

From designer clothing to antique furniture, books, and fine jewelry, Paris is known the world-over as a place where quality and elegance come first. A true shopper's paradise, Paris offers the very best in fashion, design, gourmet shopping, and more. Here you'll find info and advice on Paris department stores, shopping centers, boutiques, and flea markets.

Best Paris Shopping Districts

A guide to the best Paris shopping districts, including the chic Faubourg Saint Honore, the Haussmann department stores district, the Marais, and Saint-Germain des Pres.

Readers' Favorite Places to Shop in Paris

Readers of About.com Paris Travel weigh in on their favorite spots for shopping in Paris.

Best Paris Christmas Shopping Destinations

Looking to bring back that special gift from Paris for the holiday season? Several Parisian boutiques and department stores are excellent choices for Christmas and holiday shopping-- whether you're hunting for gourmet goodies, clothes, jewelry, books, or decorative items. And if you can make it to one of the temporary Christmas markets, you're even more likely to find a memorable and authentic gi…

Paris Christmas Markets

A guide to annual Christmas markets in Paris, France, where mulled wine, gingerbread, toys and other traditional treats, in addition to pure holiday ambiance, await.

Summer and Winter Sales in Paris

Parisian insider Linda Nyirenda's guide to navigating summer and winter sales in Paris, France, including tips on how to make the best finds during Paris sales season.

The Carrousel du Louvre Shopping Center

The Carrousel du Louvre shopping center is located in the Louvre Palace next to the famous museum and just below the celebrated glass pyramid. Featuring nearly 40 shops and a gourmet food court, the Carrousel du Louvre is open 7 days a week.

Seine-Side Booksellers in Paris

Green metal book stands have long flanked the banks of the Seine River in Paris, France-- a real treat to browse on a long amble through the city center. Learn more about Paris' traditional Seine-side booksellers.

Three Paris Shopping Secrets

Want to learn how to crack the fashion secrets so well-kept by Parisians? About France for Visitors Guide Kelby Carr gives precious tips on how to navigate Paris sales, locate the best places for discount designer, and more.

Colette: Vanguard Shopping in Historic Fashion District

Colette is a favorite among global glitterati. Madonna is a regular customer of this cutting-edge fashion boutique in the ultrachic Saint-Honoré fashion district.

Satellite: Unique Designer Costume Jewelry

Satellite's intimate boutiques displaying their unique, elaborately-designed, and surprisingly modern costume jewelry collections are always full. Not budget-breaking, either.

Guide to Paris Flea Markets

A colorful guide to Paris' main flea markets and their highlights.

Time Out Paris Guide to Shopping

British travel guide Time Out's Paris Shopping Guide. Colorful and straightforward tips.
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