Fancy shopping somewhere different in Paris? Look no further than Galerie Vivienne, one of the few covered passages left in the country. The covered passages of Paris are early forms of shopping arcades littered around Paris in the 19th century. However, only a few remain today, and amongst the most iconic ones is the Galerie Vivienne.

Besides shopping for food, wine or boutique labels, visitors can admire the beauty and tranquillity of this arcade. With its lavish architecture revolving around success, wealth and commerce, the colourful mosaic floor to the beautiful glass roof are sure to wow visitors! With shops ranging from quaint tearooms, to delicatessens and a wine cellar, this passageway showcases the very charm Paris possesses, tucked snugly in a peaceful corner of Paris.