L'Odyssex

An Institution on Rue de la Gaîté

L'Odyssex has kept shop on Rue de la Gaîté since 1996, right in the heart of Montparnasse. Today it's the largest sex shop on the Paris Left Bank, a landmark for anyone looking for something other than an anonymous storefront.

The address welcomes everyone, all sexualities included, from age 18 up. No code, no filter at the door: you push the door open just like any regular shop.

What You'll Find There

The shop plays the wide-selection card rather than going for niche specialization. Classic sex toys and new releases, lingerie, leather, latex, DVDs, lube and poppers all share the shelves.

Video booths are also available on site, for those who want to extend their visit. The house idea: that everyone can find something to bring their fantasies to life, with no judgment on their tastes.

Hours and Access

L'Odyssex is open every day from 8am to 2am, weekends included. A rare stretch of hours that lets you drop by just as easily on your way home from work as after a night out.

The venue, however, is not accessible to people with reduced mobility. Worth checking before you head over if that's an important factor for you.

Atmosphere and Reputation

Online reviews agree on one point: the staff know their subject and can give advice without making you feel awkward. The discreet welcome comes up often in the feedback, as does the range on offer.

People come here just as much for a specific purchase as to browse and stumble on something they hadn't thought of. After nearly thirty years in business, the shop has kept the reputation of a serious address rather than just a place you pass through.