Shopping and Nightlife
Shopping
The wide range of shops and styles available in Greater Lille will make even the most seasoned shopper’s head spin. The charming streets of the Vieux Lille house everything from trendy boutiques and well-known luxury fashion houses to art galleries and antique shops. And in the city center, the Printemps and Galeries Lafayette department stores offer an unrivaled selection of goods.
Near Lille’s two train stations you’ll find Euralille, a shopping center with over 100 stores, designed by world-renowned architect and urban planner Jean Nouvel. And the colorful Wazemmes neighborhood will attract bargain-hunters and those looking for exotic items, from food to furniture. The Sunday morning market is a must-see!
In Roubaix, a city known internationally for its textile industry, good deals are guaranteed at the city’s factory outlet shops. Many young designers have set up shop here, understanding that the city is a new “in” place to be!
A unique idea : the G.A.E.L brings together 300 shops from Lille’s city center to make shopping a real pleasure. You’ll find hostesses in the city center ready to help orient you to the best shops for your needs and whims!
> Download the free shopping guide here!
Nightlife
With 36 percent of Greater Lille’s population under 25 years old (the youngest Metropolitan area in France) and home to 100,000 French and international students, its easy to see why the nightlife here is tops.
• Night clubs
• Bars and Pubs
• Cabarets
• Theaters and Cinemas
• The Zénith (concert hall)
• Lucien Barrière Casino
For the latest info on the hottest restaurants, stores, or events take a look at the Lille Convention Bureau’s blog.
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