Babylon

A shop that thinks big

Babylon is part of a French-Belgian group that runs about a dozen shops, and you feel it the moment you walk in. The network's stores play the volume card, with floor space that can stretch up to 500 m2, and the Tourcoing branch follows that same logic of generous space rather than a discreet little boutique.

You'll find it here on Rue de Roncq, in an air-conditioned setting that's accessible to people with reduced mobility, two details that matter when you plan on spending time wandering the aisles.

What you'll find there

The shop covers pretty much everything you'd expect from a well-stocked general sex shop: lingerie, sex toys, intimate cosmetics, adult games and a BDSM section that seems to be taken seriously rather than shoved into a corner.

That variety means you can come just as easily for a naughty gift as to explore a more specific practice, alone or as a couple.

Hours and access

The shop is open Monday to Thursday from 10am to 7:30pm, then stays open until 8pm on Friday and Saturday. It's closed on Sundays.

Cash payment is accepted in store, which can reassure customers who'd rather keep their bank statements discreet.

What customers say

Online reviews regularly mention a solid selection and well organized shelves, which makes browsing easier even for the uninitiated. The staff is often described as welcoming and helpful, without judgment, which makes it easier to walk through the door for a first visit.