Album Comics

The king of comics in Paris, Album Comics carries everything from American DC and Marvel comics to popular Japanese manga to the much-beloved French BD, plus all sorts of geek-chic merchandise. Book signings are also held here, and it is not uncommon to find collectables and limited-edition items.

• Web:

  www.albumcomics.com/en

• Address:

  67 Boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris

• Phone:

  +33 1 53 10 00 60

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–8pm, Sun 11am–7pm

• Subway:

  Metro line 10: "Cluny-La Sorbonne"

Along the Seine — The Bouquinistes of Paris

One of the most enchanting shopping experiences in Paris involves strolling along the Seine River's parapet, where the Bouquinistes of Paris set up their stalls. These booksellers rent out old stalls to offer a diverse array of items, including used books, posters, antiques, and souvenirs. The picturesque rows of bookstalls along the Seine create a unique and nostalgic ambiance, making it a delightful destination for book lovers and those seeking vintage treasures in the heart of the city.

Area Surrounding Place Vendôme

Right off Rivoli is the beautiful Place Vendôme, where jet-setters and millionaires buy their jewellery. This is THE area for renowned Haute Couture and luxury goods. From here, you can enjoy a walk down to Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré and Avenue Montaigne, where the superb boutiques display their goods out of baroque windows.

Artazart

Combining Paris's love of books with its passion for design, Artazart is a palace of coffee-table tomes, with everything from fashion and photography to illustrations and children's books. The small art gallery section also showcases works by local talents.

• Web:

  artazart.com/en

• E-mail:

  info@artazart.com

• Address:

  83 Quai de Valmy, Paris

• Phone:

  +33 1 40 40 24 00

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10:30am–7:30pm

• Subway:

  Metro line 5: "Jacques Bonsergent"

Carrousel du Louvre

Located beneath the iconic Louvre Museum, the Carrousel du Louvre offers a unique and sophisticated shopping experience. The shopping gallery is known for its diverse range of boutiques and shops, showcasing a blend of high-end French and international brands. Visitors can explore elegant stores featuring fashion, jewellery, beauty products, and more.

• Web:

  www.westfield.com/france/carrouseldulouvre

• Address:

  99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris

• Phone:

  +33 143 16 47 10

• Opening hours:

  Sun–Thu 10am–7pm, Fri 10am–8pm

• Subway:

  Metro line 1, 7: "Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre"

Champs-Élysées

Champs-Élysées is a charming and historic thoroughfare, famous worldwide for its upscale shopping options. The long avenue is lined with a mix of high-end and flagship stores of renowned international and French brands. Some examples of notable shops on or near Champs-Élysées include Cartier, Dior, Guerlain, and Louis Vuitton, together with a few malls such as Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées, Galerie des Champs, and Galerie des Arcades. Here you will also find an Apple store, a large Sephora for beauty enthusiasts and Zara, for more accessible and contemporary fashion. While Champs-Élysées is known for its luxury brands, you can also find a mix of other shops, cafés, and theatres along the avenue, making it a diverse and iconic shopping destination in Paris.