World's best shopping centres

With the holiday season almost here, Booking.com rounds up a few fabulous destinations around the globe that can deliver a major shopping fix in some of the world’s most tempting department stores.

Then, after all that shopping, you'll want a good place to drop those bags - and relax! That's covered too.

Galeries Lafayette, Paris (Pic: Benh Lieu Song)

Galeries Lafayette was founded in 1912 and has been considered a must-experience venue in the French capital ever since. This grandiose department store features a monumental stained glass dome and a terrace overlooking Paris in addition to sensational shops after shops after shops.

Stay at the 1er Etage Opéra, a modern accommodation that is a mix between a boutique hotel and a deluxe guest house, located in the Opera Garnier District, just a four-minute walk from this shopping paradise.

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Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele, Milano

This imposing shopping mall is in a very important historic monument. It became popular due to its size, but it’s also home to prestigious brand shops that will tug at your heart, and your wallet.

Stay at the Aparthotel Dei Mercanti, set only 100 metres from Milan Cathedral. These apartments are a great choice if you are looking for a spacious accommodation near one of the world’s oldest shopping arcades.

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GUM, Moscow

Facing Moscow’s Red Square, the department store of GUM has stunning architecture and a long history. When taking a brief break from your retail frenzy, stop to admire its beautiful hallways and the impressive glass roof.

Stay at the luxurious 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Moscow which is situated in the historic building of Moskva Hotel, and is just 400 metres from the GUM department store. Guests can relax at the hotel’s pool after finishing with their shopping or enjoy their drink at The Silk Lounge or Moskovsky Bar.

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ALSO

Shop: Harrods, Knightsbridge, London

Stay: Beaufort House – Knightsbridge, 100 metres away

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Shop: The Dubai Mall, Dubai

Stay: The Address, Dubai Mall Hotel connected directly to Dubai Mall.

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Shop: Isetan, Tokyo, Japan

Stay: Tokyu Stay Shinjuku 200 metres away.

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Shop: The Landmark (‘Central’), Hong Kong

Stay: The Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong in the heart of the fashion district.

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