Galerie Vivienne

Shopping mall · Vivienne

Galerie Vivienne

Shopping mall · Vivienne

4 Rue des Petits Champs, 75002 Paris, France

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Step into Galerie Vivienne, a historic covered arcade from the 1820s, where luxury shops, charming bookstores, and cafés create a timeless Parisian escape.

4 Rue des Petits Champs, 75002 Paris, France Get directions

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"A beautiful covered arcade in Paris known for its shops, cafés, and picturesque setting." - Lane Nieset Lane Nieset Lane Nieset is a travel writer from Miami who has lived in France for the past decade. From Paris, she covers a mix of lifestyle, wine, food, and design for publications including Food & Wine, Condé N

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"Galerie Vivienne and Passage Jouffroy are elegant, glass-roofed walkways with shops, galleries, and eateries, offering a hidden world of Parisian culture." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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"Galerie Vivienne is a covered shopping arcade, originally built in 1823 and designed by architect François-Jean Delannoy. It remains open to the public for shopping in a mix of high-end boutiques (Jean-Paul Gaultier opened his first flagship in the arcade in 1986, for example). The glass and steel roof lets in sunlight down to the mosaic floors, making this a uniquely beautiful way to shop and stroll on your way to the nearby Palais-Royal." - Julia Eskins, Melissa Liebling-Goldberg

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"Shopping passages were builtin the 19th century to give Parisians protection from muddy streets and horse-drawn vehicles. Galerie Vivienne is a beautiful restored 19th-century passage with entrances at the Rue des Petits-Champs, Rue de la Banque, and Rue Vivienne. Built in 1823 ina neoclassical Pompeian style thatincludes a gorgeous canopy and isdecorated inside with mosaics, paintings, and sculptures, Galerie Vivienne's most famous resident is the Jean-Paul Gaultier shop. Somepassage entrances are easy to miss, so be on the lookout! Astroll through these fascinating galeriesis a fun and freeactivity on a rainy day."

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Alessandro Stefan

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One of the oldest passages and stores in Paris. You can smell the history in this place. You'll find a lot of stores here, and a very special library. It is a place you cannot miss when visiting Paris.

P W

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While you could describe Galerie Vivienne as a mall, the term would falsely evoke for Americans those structures which housed the Nordstroms, Sees and Barnes & Nobles of our bygone childhoods. On the other hand a 200 year old covered passageway like Galerie Vivienne adorned with ornate iron roof and decor is something different. It is an opportunity to stroll through shops, while imagining what old Paris was like when wealthy ladies would stroll through the passageways with their enormous bustled dresses, and they had husbands or lady servants who carry their parcels for them .

sodawater52

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A great find very tasty original menu great service. Reasonable prices. Very nicely decorated.

Guillaume Chapuis

Google

La Galerie Vivienne offers a unique experience à la Française, transporting you back to the elegance of the 1820s. Stroll through this iconic passage where history meets charm, discover hidden treasures in its quaint bookshops, admire art in its galleries, or select a fine bottle of wine. Between the inviting cafés and restaurants, it’s the perfect place to meet friends for dinner and savor a timeless Parisian moment.

Rita Matias

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Every thing about Paris is oh la la. Le Grand Colbert has fantastic food, just be prepared to wait for a table even if you have a reservation. Creme brûlée is amazing!

David William Benoun (David)

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A must see in Paris though it gets really crowded on weekends. It embodies the French conception of traditional mall. Lots of interesting shops along the way. Expect high markups so it’s more for window shopping. Note some interesting book stores, designers and a provocative art gallery.

Elena P

Google

Lovely passage with interesting shops and cafes

Localizer

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This historic covered passage and shopping arcade is a must visit while you are in Paris. Located in the second arrondissement, this passage has beautiful mosaic floor and covered with glass ceilings. Visiting this galerie can especially be a great alternative if you have to spend a rainy (or hot) day in Paris. There are plenty of options inside, including a variety of restaurants offering gourmet food and cafes. The passage is also adorned with interesting decorative designs and sculptures. It’s considered as one of the most glamorous covered passages in Paris, a Pompeian style masterpiece! Besides the art galleries, fashion boutiques, and wine tasting, should make special mention of the bookstore it houses – Jousseame, originally called Librariere Petit-Siroux, one of the original tenants of this passage. You should plan on spending at least a few hours in this passage, if not longer to take in the history, architecture, and everything else it has to offer, besides perhaps relaxing at a restaurant or café.

Amy K.

Yelp

The reviews made this sound a lot larger than it was. There weren't many shops and half weren't open when we went. It's a pretty building but it's not quite like the descriptions.

Jeffrey C.

Yelp

One of the most special places in all of Paris! Now with the addition of new restaurants it's even more special than ever before, great shops, great food, relaxing, Paris at its very best. Stroll throughout and stop in and visit a few boutiques and then decide your food option and follow with an afternoon drink, just a perfect lunch destination! Perfect!

Nola G.

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Galerie Viviene was built in 1823 and is registered as a historical monument. Located near the Bourse (the stock exchange), the Bank of France, Palais-Royal, and behind Bibliothèque Richelieu. The entrance on Rue des Petits-Champs of this iconic covered arcade is gorgeous along with a spectacular mosaic created by a 19th century artist. The décor was influenced by Pompeii. Boutiques, book stores, and cafes are located inside. Opening times of shops are usually 08:30-20:30.

Keith E.

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Enjoyed the art work. It's difficult to take pictures. Lots of walking. The area has some neat shops.

Gayle G.

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One of the more elegant vintage shopping arcades in Paris. With restaurants, high end shops.

Yaqi Y.

Yelp

Beautiful interior design, however nothing was open and I went during a weekday during work hours. Quite disappointing.

Jim B.

Yelp

Beautiful to stroll through if in the area. I wouldn't necessarily seek it out, but if in the area, it is stunning to see. We were on our way to the Opera House and stumbled upon it. Some stores were a bit expensive, some were reasonable. Great place to stroll if caught in a Paris rainstorm.

Olivia F.

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I also bought a large designer bowl with silk red flowers in a gel setting. It is milky in color, not clear at all. I still love the Art Work but think Emilio Robba should replace my bowl and use this experience as a learning experience on the product that is used to hold these silky flowers in place is not working. I do not no how to get someone to assist . That was about $300 down the drain. Olivia

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"Galerie Vivienne and Passage Jouffroy are elegant, glass-roofed walkways with shops, galleries, and eateries, offering a hidden world of Parisian culture." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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Alessandro Stefan

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P W

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sodawater52

Google

A great find very tasty original menu great service. Reasonable prices. Very nicely decorated.

Guillaume Chapuis

Google

Rita Matias

Google

Every thing about Paris is oh la la. Le Grand Colbert has fantastic food, just be prepared to wait for a table even if you have a reservation. Creme brûlée is amazing!

David William Benoun (David)

Google

Elena P

Google

Lovely passage with interesting shops and cafes

Localizer

Google

Amy K.

Yelp

The reviews made this sound a lot larger than it was. There weren't many shops and half weren't open when we went. It's a pretty building but it's not quite like the descriptions.

Jeffrey C.

Yelp

Nola G.

Yelp

Keith E.

Yelp

Enjoyed the art work. It's difficult to take pictures. Lots of walking. The area has some neat shops.

Gayle G.

Yelp

One of the more elegant vintage shopping arcades in Paris. With restaurants, high end shops.

Yaqi Y.

Yelp

Beautiful interior design, however nothing was open and I went during a weekday during work hours. Quite disappointing.

Jim B.

Yelp

Olivia F.

Yelp