Italie Deux, situated at 30 Avenue d'Italie in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, is one of the established neighbourhood shopping centres of the Île-de-France capital. Unlike the tourist-facing retail destinations of central Paris, the centre primarily serves residents of the 13th and adjacent arrondissements seeking practical, mid-market shopping. The mall operates Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00 and is directly linked to Place d'Italie via Métro Line 7, one of the more efficient south-to-centre connections in the Paris network.
The retail mix reflects the centre's neighbourhood-serving function. H&M, Zara, Promod, Kiabi, and a range of mid-market French and international fashion brands form the clothing offer, while FNAC covers books, media, and electronics. A Monoprix supermarket within the complex serves daily grocery and household needs. More than 80 shops are present across the two connected buildings, covering clothing, footwear, beauty, household goods, and services including banking and telephony. Prices are standard French retail with no premium positioning.
The centre's most distinctive feature is its proximity to the Les Olympiades complex—a 1970s elevated residential plaza immediately above and adjacent to the mall that forms the commercial heart of Paris's 13th-arrondissement Chinatown, one of the largest Asian communities in Europe. The food court within and around the centre includes a strong selection of Chinese, Vietnamese, and Cambodian restaurants and fast-food options. Tang Frères, one of France's largest Asian supermarkets, is within walking distance on Avenue de Choisy, and the surrounding streets extend the offer into an expansive independent restaurant and grocery district that gives the neighbourhood a distinctive character found nowhere else in central Paris.
Crowd levels are moderate on weekday afternoons and noticeably higher on Saturdays. Underground parking is available beneath the complex for visitors arriving by car. The overall experience is functional and efficient—well-suited to everyday shopping or to visitors combining a practical mall visit with the culturally distinct neighbourhood above.
Location
30 Avenue d'Italie, 75013 Paris, France
48.8289, 2.3557 View on map
Highlights
- Primary neighbourhood retail centre for the 13th arrondissement, with 80+ shops including H&M, Zara, FNAC, and an on-site Monoprix supermarket
- Adjacent to the Les Olympiades elevated plaza—the commercial heart of Paris's 13th-arrondissement Chinatown and one of Europe's largest Asian communities
- Strong Chinese, Vietnamese, and Cambodian food court and independent restaurant options within and immediately surrounding the centre
- Direct Métro Line 7 access from Place d'Italie; underground parking available beneath the complex
Tips for visiting
- Combine the shopping visit with a walk through the Les Olympiades plaza above and the Chinatown streets on Avenue de Choisy for one of Paris's most distinctive neighbourhood experiences
- Saturday afternoons are the busiest period; weekday mornings are the quietest and most efficient for browsing
- Tang Frères Asian supermarket on nearby Avenue de Choisy is one of France's largest—worth visiting for specialist ingredients and Asian grocery produce not found in mainstream Paris shops
- The Monoprix within the mall stocks French cosmetics brands such as La Roche-Posay, Bioderma, and Avène at prices comparable to pharmacy counters, without the queue
Frequently asked questions
What is the main retail offer at Italie Deux?
The centre offers solidly mid-market retail—H&M, Zara, Promod, FNAC, and a Monoprix supermarket are the primary draws, alongside footwear, beauty, and home goods retailers. It is oriented toward local residents of the 13th arrondissement for everyday and fashion shopping rather than toward tourists.
How does Italie Deux connect to the Chinatown area?
The centre connects directly to the Les Olympiades complex above—an elevated 1970s residential plaza that is the commercial heart of Paris's 13th-arrondissement Chinatown. Numerous Chinese, Vietnamese, and Cambodian restaurants and grocery shops are accessible within and immediately around the mall, with Tang Frères supermarket a short walk away on Avenue de Choisy.
How do visitors reach Italie Deux?
Métro Line 7 stops at Place d'Italie, directly adjacent to the mall's main entrance on Avenue d'Italie. Journey time from central Paris—for example from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre—is approximately 20 minutes. Underground parking is available beneath the complex for car-based visitors.
Are there luxury brands at Italie Deux?
No. The retail offer is mainstream and accessible, suited to everyday and mid-market shopping needs. Visitors seeking luxury brands should look to Le Bon Marché in the 7th arrondissement or Galeries Lafayette Haussmann in the 9th arrondissement.