Shopping in Arles - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

The majority of popular shops in Arles are located in the city center. There are also several good shopping malls here. La Galerie - Géant Arles is one of the largest malls in the city. It has a variety of different stores. Besides clothing and shoe stores of famous French brands, it is possible to buy many other types of goods in this mall. Cosmetic and perfume shops of the most famous French beauty companies are one of the main reasons why tourists visit this mall. Besides them, there are interesting departments with inexpensive handmade jewelry and souvenirs. Home décor stores can be a good source of souvenirs and memorable gifts. A supermarket on the first floor of the mall always has a stock of wine, French cheese, sausages, and other delicacies.

Fourchon is a small mall nevertheless it has several exclusive shops that are worth visiting. You will find electronics stores here, as well as clothing and cosmetic shops, and several attractive restaurants. Shopping Promenade Arles is a fabulous and interesting shopping destination in the city. This mall looks like a beautifully decorated shopping street with boutiques and designer shops of the most famous French brands.

All fashionistas should visit Armand Thiery, a popular shop selling stylish and practical clothes. Jewelry salons, boutiques with accessories, and exclusive handmade souvenirs are also present in the promenade. The shopping street has a beautiful design, so it is interesting to visit it even if you don’t plan to make any purchases. There are several attractive restaurants next to shops. It is interesting to visit Shopping Promenade Arles with children because there are several colorful playgrounds for kids of different ages here. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Some supermarkets in Arles are also of great interest to tourists. They are perfect for food shopping. One of the largest supermarkets in Arles, E.Leclerc Arles is a place that you cannot miss. It has a large department with wine and liqueurs. Of course, visitors can always choose from dozens of different sausage and cheese types. There is also a big department with spices and sauces. Many people visit E.Leclerc Arles to buy French chocolate and other popular sweets. Besides endless stalls with food, the supermarket has a selection of non-consumer goods such as household items, cosmetics, and children’s toys.

Don’t forget to visit city markets such as Le Marche d'Arles – the largest market in Arles. Visitors can buy the finest locally sourced products here. All kinds of cheese from the nearby farms, rare varieties of homemade wine and liqueurs, the most popular regional spices, candied fruits, and nuts – it is virtually impossible to mention all items sold at this market. There are many sellers who offer ready to eat food. Besides that, there are stalls with inexpensive clothes and shoes here. Local artisans come to Le Marche d'Arles to offer their works. Kitchen accessories, pottery, and wooden ornaments purchased here can make great souvenirs.

You may notice many interesting specialty shops during your stroll on the central streets of Arles. Take a look at valuables available at Farfantello. This antiquity shop sells many unique and one-of-a-kind items including precious collectibles. Vintage pottery and artworks, cute souvenirs and exquisite handmade gifts are always in stock in this shop. You will fall in love with wooden kitchen accessories, hand-sewn toys, and jewelry.

Carnet de Voyage is one of the most interesting souvenir shops in the city. This is a fantastic shop for everyone who likes practical gifts. The shop offers a broad range of well-made pottery, headwear, attractive bags, and purses. Almost all accessories sold here are handmade by local masters. Tourists enjoy buying souvenirs made from colored glass. Finally, don’t forget to look at high-quality home textiles.

There are several good bookstores in Arles. If you want to visit one, find Librairie Actes Sud on one of the central streets. This bookstore sells mostly books in French, both fiction and non-fiction ones. Tourists might find it interesting to look at books dedicated to the regional culture and local attractions. Librairie Actes Sud sells many great children’s books, all kinds of postcards, and other inexpensive souvenirs. There are several attractive shops on the outskirts of Arles. As a rule, these shops offer high-quality foods from nearby farms. If you like meat or cheese delicacies, a visit to one of these shops will be a pleasant experience for you. Finally, local wine cellars are also not to be missed.