The words “shopping” and “groups” do not always go together. Chaos is usually the word that first comes to mind. However, this should not be the case. Shopping with groups can be a positive and fun experience. Therefore, we have put together a list of five stores around the world that offer special group arrangements, ranging from tours and seminars to commissions and cocktails.
38 Rue de la Chaussée d’Antin, 75009 Paris, France
Galeries Lafayette, which opened in 1893, is an institution of Parisian fashion – an essential stop for the fashion lovers. From men’s and women’s fashion to furniture, electronics and jewellry, everything can be found in this department store.
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann offers guided tours to help groups understand the history and heart of the store. These tours are organised on request, with a maximum of 25 people. The first 10 persons are free. Groups with more than 10 persons cost €7 per person. Tours take place from 11.00 until 11.45, and bring you to the terrace and the Dom on the roof top. There is also the possibility to enjoy a glass of champaigne on the terrace for €14 per person.
For inquiries, please send an email to patrimoine@galerieslafayette.com, including your name, address and number of persons for which you are applying. The Heritage Team of Lafayette will offer you a date based on availability and enrollment.
Additionally, planners may receive a commission of 10 percent on all sales generated by the customers they bring in to the store.
Hours of Operation
Mon – Wed, Fri – Sat: 9.30am-8pm
Thu: 9.30am-10pm
Sun: Closed
151 West 34th Street, New York, NY10001, United States of America
Macy’s Herald Square first opened its doors in New York City in 1858. Now, Macy’s has evolved into one of the United State’s premier retailers for fashion and affordable luxury. Today, Macy’s, Inc. operates more than 800 Macy’s department stores and furniture galleries in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
Macy’s offers several group arrangements, ranging from guided tours of one of the flagship stores featuring retail history and architecture to custom-designed programs with insights on fashion, beauty, home styles, and cooking seminars. Macy’s also offers Visitor Savings Passes to groups who travel over 250 miles to their shopping destination.
Macy’s Herald Square offers additional group programs such as the “Breakfast Fashion Presentation,” where guests enter the store before it opens and enjoy a private buffet-style breakfast while learning about the entertaining history of Macy’s and the newest fashion trends, presented by a well-known New York stylist. Macy’s New York also offers a “Cosmetic Master Class” and the “Macy’s Historic Store Tour” for educational groups. Group programs can be catered to any size or interest. Costs vary depending on the group size.
Hours of Operation
Mon – Sat: 10am-8pm
Sun: 12pm-7pm
Tauentzienstr. 21-24, D-10789 Berlin, Germany
Located in the heart of Berlin, KaDeWe opened in March 1907. KaDeWe caters to a wide range of needs with luxurious beauty rooms and lounges, a wedding and gift service, a hotel and home service, a tailor, hairdressers, buggy rental, and a bureau de change.
For groups, KaDeWe offers a tour through the building, maximum 90 minutes and 50 people. The price per group is €60. After the tour, the group can enjoy some cocktails and finger food high above the roofs of Berlin!
Hours of Operation
Mon – Thurs: 10.00am-8pm
Fri: 10.00am- 9pm
Sat: 9.30am- 8pm
Sun: Closed
87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7XL, United Kingdom
Harrods was founded by Charles Henry Harrod in 1834. With a wide range of quality and luxury goods, this London store is definitely worth a visit.
For groups, Harrods offers special arrangements. For smaller groups, you must first leave emergency details at the concierge before entering the store. Kids under the age of 15 should be accompanied by a parent or another adult. Additionally, large parties should be split into groups of no more than four persons and accompanied by a group leader. Special tours may also be requested at the concierge. Be sure to arrange the tour in advance! During certain periods, for instance when the store is extremely busy, Harrods will deny access to tour parties and large groups of visitors.
Hours of Operation
Mon – Sat: 10am – 8pm
Sun: 11.30am – 6pm
Orchard Road, Singapore
Shopaholics, eat your heart out! Orchard Road is a 2.2 kilometre-long street that is the retail and entertainment hub of Singapore, offering nearly 800,000 sq metres of retail, dining and entertainment options to please any taste or budget. From opulent brands to high street fashion, and exclusive restaurants to fast food joints, highlights include Tang Plaza, Wisma Atria, Nge Ann City Orchard Cineleisure, and many more. Group arrangements and commissions are hard to define, as there are quite a few retail outlets and venues with different varieties.
Hours of Operation
Mon – Sun: Not Defined
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