Our favorite neighborhood bookstores in Paname

The Most Family-Friendly: Jonas Bookstore

Here is a beloved bookstore cherished by book enthusiasts for over 50 years! The 13th district has evolved with them, and literature lovers come here to discover their latest favorite books, enjoy poetry and music, meet authors, and most importantly, connect with others. After all, that's what culture is all about...

Jonas Bookstore
14, rue de la Maison Blanche - 13th district

The Most Typical: Jousseaume

Located in the heart of the Vivienne Gallery, this bookstore has been reigning over the shelves since 1826. The showcases are dark, the books often dusty, the bindings golden and cracked, the shelves heavy, and the books as surprising as they come.Moving. Also note: many books about our beautiful capital. In short, a temple for the Parisian reader. Librairie Jousseaume
45-47, galerie Vivienne – 2nd

The most tempting: Mona Lisait

The artiest one: Librairie des Archives

For art lovers or those who want to become one. Here you can find mainly books dedicated to 20th century art and artists. And since the bookstore is next to the Picasso museums, Beaubourg, and other galleries, you can put into practice everything you learn from the books and become an art connoisseur. Special mention to Stefan, who gives advice as kindly as he welcomes.

 
Librairie des Archives
83, rue Vieille-du-Temple - 3rd

The most famous one: Shakespeare & Company

Ernest Hemingway was there. The writer passed by this place. With its cozy atmosphere and rich history, Shakespeare & Company is more than just a bookstore. It's a cultural landmark in the heart of Paris. Offering a wide selection of books in English, this bookstore is a must-visit for literary enthusiasts. Don't forget to grab a souvenir or two before leaving.

 
Shakespeare & Company
37, rue de la Bûcherie - 5th

Shakespeare & Company
37, rue de la Bûcherie - 5e

La plus jeune : La Manœuvre

Une petite librairie de quartier qu’on adore. La jeune équipe dynamique et toujours ultra sympa fait tout pour trouver le livre de nos rêves, qu’ils l’aient ou pas. Mention spéciale pour les nombreux évènements, dédicaces, soirées débats, rencontres, conférences d’où on sort toujours les idées pleines.

 
La Manoeuvre
58, rue de la Roquette - 11e

Shakespeare & Company
37, rue de la Bûcherie - 5e

The youngest: La Manœuvre

A small neighborhood bookstore that we love. The young, dynamic, and always incredibly friendly team does everything to find the book of our dreams, whether they have it or not. Special mention for the numerous events, book signings, debate nights, meetings, and conferences where we always come out with lots of ideas.

 
La Manoeuvre
58, rue de la Roquette - 11e

La plus gay-friendly : Les mots à la bouche

In the Les mots à la bouche bookstore, we don't beat around the bush. You can find gems of gay literature, comics, rare editions, as well as sexy calendars and other discoveries...

Les Mots à la Bouche
6, rue Sainte-Croix-de-la-Bretonnerie - 4e

La plus anglophone : Librairie Galignani

Is the age of a good bookstore recognizable? If so, Galignani is in the running as it has been an "expert in literary matters since 1801" and in the selling of books.s dès 1520 ! Here the books are of high quality, you can also find them in English and sometimes antique. There is contemporary literature, old literature, but also exceptional art/design books. We recommend it for gifts, for decoration, and especially for devouring with your eyes.

Galignani Bookstore
224, rue de Rivoli - 1st arrondissement

The coziest: L'attrape-cœur

Here it's quite simple, you arrive by chance and you always come back. The smell of books is intoxicating but be careful not to rob the store, it would be silly not to come back here... For advice or simply to get the next bedside book, L'attrape-cœur is the perfect place: classic literature, some English works, a children's section...