General bookshops Paris

Following the closure of its seven stores on and around Place Saint-Michel in 2021, the brand can now be found on Quai Saint-Michel in its last remaining outlet. Here, you'll find a second-hand book market, as well as an "Eco Lecture" section where even the worst books are sold at reduced prices. For more choice, head up the boulevard to find two other outlets on several floors.

For more than 20 years, this small, friendly neighbourhood bookshop, nestled in the heights of Montmartre, has been welcoming beautiful souls and offering beautiful literature. The favourites are put forward, as well as those of the regulars of the place. It is also difficult to resist the pleasant atmosphere that reigns in the evening, during meetings with authors. Generally speaking, one comes here to a place that is a little out of time, and that is good news. We highly recommend it.

Particular attention is paid to theater and poetry. But this general bookshop also offers books on all other themes. Don't hesitate to bring your children along. They're always welcome, and will be delighted to discover the many books aimed at them. And don't forget: on the website, you can see if the book you're looking for is available, and if so, you can order it in just a few clicks! Last but not least, the welcome is excellent.

One of the most beautiful Fnacs in Paris if not the most breathtaking! One remains in admiration in front of the place invested by the famous chain of cultural products which has established itself in a large Art Deco building whose curves and canopies in glass and wrought iron recall the most beautiful hours of architecture in the early 20th century. With its rotunda and dome, once used by department stores in the spirit of "Happiness of the ladies", here a 1912 vintage, Fnac des Ternes is a curiosity. Once the door is opened, the extraordinary emerges: shelves of books, DVDs, tickets, high-tech products and even high-end small electrical appliances... in a place where the eyes meet Belle Époque stained glass windows by Jacques Grüber... You should not hesitate to visit this Fnac, and especially to climb the floors to admire these architectural masterpieces in an exceptional state of conservation. We will flatter the time saving with all these products gathered in one place where we can come back to hesitate, especially for the beauty of the place. And of course, meet your favorite writers or artists for signing sessions organized throughout the year.

This charming bookstore that makes the corner should type in the eye. It's bright, it's good to take the time to stroll on its shelves and browse beautiful books. We love to stay there for special events: workshops for children or for the larger, dedicatory or meeting. The reception is very soft and quiet and you will be extremely well advised by the staff of the Terrace for any kind of reading.

Fnac is a national reference in the world of great cultural distribution. Founded in 1954 by Max Théret and André Essel, it has not always been the cultural temple we know today. Originally, the principle was simple: the creation of books for individuals so that they get discounts from the merchants listed. In order for all domains to be represented and the photo signs did not wish to participate in this list, Max Théret and André Essel create their own Photography company. It is important to note the enormous success of the latter and the large proportion of frameworks that contribute to it. The idea of giving a more cultural dimension at Fnac germe in their minds. The National Procurement Federation becomes the National Procurement Federation. The first store opens in the 60 s, Sevastopol boulevard in Paris. Culture then tends to become democratic and the products proposed are diversifying. The librairie was created in 1974. Now very complete, we find all the domains of publishing, from cooking manuals to tourist guides through literature, humanities, beautiful books, etc. It is therefore almost impossible not to find the book you are looking for. If this is the case, one of the booksellers will be happy to order it. As you will have understood, "Fnac: we can only join '!

Literary enthusiasts are often unaware of this, but the birth of this institution was the result of a literary journal founded in 1908. After more than a century of existence, Le Divan remains a reference in terms of seriousness and quality. The 430 m² space is composed as follows: literature on the right, humanities on the left and the meeting corner with the authors behind the lounge area. We appreciate being able to let ourselves be guided with confidence! The old mezzanines gave way some time ago to an airy and cosy space with club armchairs, sofas, carpets, table football - yes, yes - and bar with coffee machine. A very nice place!

In the Beaugrenelle shopping center, the Fnac store offers its many customers all the usual products, from music to hi-fi, books and photography. But not only: the place also has a Fnac Kids, dedicated to children from 0 to 12 years old, but also a space dedicated to connected products, and other places of the store specifically turned around a precise brand

The Librairie de Paris is a symbolic landmark on the Place de Clichy. It's one of the capital's must-visit bookstores, with its red, black and white colors. You'll find thousands of references on two levels, and the children's section, one of the most well-thought-out bookshops in Paris, is well worth a visit. A vast choice of reading material, from travel stories to the humanities, poetry, philosophy and the latest bestsellers. Numerous partner bookshops in Paris, remote ordering and free collection. Well read, well seen!

A temporary place to go sunbathing on the coast, the Gare de Lyon is also a den of shops for pressés or disaffected travelers. In order to kill time during the journey, quickly ruez yourself at Fnac which installed an antenna in the Frescos Hall, this long corridor linking the Mediterranean Room to the other waiting hall. Here you can trust your flair to select a book, DVD or CD for the road or trust the Fnac team. 

It was impossible for Fnac not to be present in one of the most commercial streets in Paris, straight ahead in the extension of the Montparnasse Tower. You can't miss its facade with its dated futuristic style which makes the corner. Inside, nothing looks more like a Fnac than another Fnac: anthracite carpeting, low ceilings, well-ordered shelves defined by category: books, DVDs, high-tech, stationery, and even small household appliances, ticket sales... As in all Fnacs, meetings with authors and musicians are regularly organised

This wonderful independent bookshop is a real meeting place in the neighbourhood, the address seduces with its vast selection of books and now lives up to its image as the temple of cocooning on the Avenue Daumesnil. With its bamboo floor, delicate lighting and refined décor, this 270 m² space is designed to make you feel good. Well-stocked, the shop is generalist and offers more than 40,000 titles from a wide variety of fields. Fortunately, the team of booksellers is there to accompany you as you browse the shelves and follow your desires.

The Librairie des Abbesses deserves its location on the Butte Montmartre. Where many artists such as Toulouse-Lautrec, Van Gogh and Satie have pushed back the boundaries of convention, this establishment supports independent authors and keeps away from the star authors who are victims of fashion. The bookshop also awards a writing grant through the Wepler Fondation La Poste Prize, which has been recognising the talent of unclassifiable authors since 1998. Proud to be an independent bookshop, the establishment is a must for readers in the neighbourhood.

As part of Gallimard Publishing, Delamain is one of the oldest bookshops in the capital. Located opposite the Comédie-Française, it retains, with its parquet floor and high solid oak bookcases, an old-fashioned charm that Parisians and tourists greatly appreciate. Literature, fine arts, tourism, human sciences, practical life, youth, but also an old sector of 5,000 volumes dating from the 18th century, as well as a display outside the store, in summer, presenting quality books at a low price... you will surely find your happiness there. This library is distinguished in particular by its competent staff, who offer relevant selections and sound advice.

If the BHV Marais is first and foremost a department store known for its fashion items, you should know that the centre also houses an excellent bookshop on the second floor. Spread over nearly 500 m² and with no less than 35,000 references, the bookshop is divided into 3 sections: "Literature and Police", "Tourism, Practical Life and Human Sciences" and "Comics, Youth and Fine Books". And as we are at the BHV, the authors invited for book signings are very prestigious! It's easy to realize that, since during these unique moments, readers are queuing up, which you only have to go up to get your nice dedication!

A lively bookshop where workshops are regularly organised. Very interesting, especially for the choice of children's books, but also for the very specialized photography books, it includes and offers thousands of references in which you will dive with delight! The booksellers' favourites allow you to discover masterly works that you don't necessarily hear about in the media: you'll devour them! The booksellers recommend their favourites, and meetings with the authors are regularly organised!

This independent independent bookshop brings a good mood in the neighbourhood. The regulars come to look for novels, of course, but also essays and works dedicated to youth. The French and foreign literature are well represented. We also appreciate being able to be guided in the wide choice of lyrics and adventure books. A complete address to escape without leaving the capital!

For less than a decade, Wasteland has been living in the life of Léon-Frot Street. The proposed books cover many themes. Travel guides, kitchen, comic books, but also humanities or literature… Hard not to find his happiness. A selection of audio Cds is also available. Note: many events are organised. To know them, visit the website.

That it is nice to be able to satisfy his thirst for books all week! Open 7 m/7, the Équipages Équipages is spread over 80 m ². You'll find books on multiple themes, but also make great encounters. Here we are discussing a book or an author. We sit down, take the time to live and exchange… Place of meetings, collective projects, dream… To discover!

For some years, this bookstore in Belleville has been offering literature and testing. Not far away, two other addresses allow you to make a full range of books and books, or books on art (cinema, music, photo, fine arts…) and tourism. if you are in a hurry, please do not hesitate to consult the website. It will tell you if the book you want is available and will allow you to order it if necessary.