The best bookshops Budapest

The only international bookshop in the heart of Belváros. There are books in English (including a plethora of exciting social science books, since the Central European University is just around the corner), some French books, travel guides and some French press (in addition to the international press). The owner, Tony Lang, speaks fluent French and will answer your questions with the greatest kindness. He can even make you put aside your favorite newspaper! A good address for bibliophiles.

In the place of the bookstore, there was once, at the beginning of the 20th century, the famous literary café Japán. Renovated, the place has retained its original character: it still pays homage to fine literature, and the ceiling still displays hints of orientalism. The works of many Hungarian authors, translated into French (Márai, Kertész...), occupy some shelves. Beautiful art books also, mostly in English. Some books in French. Tables and Wifi to put your thoughts in writing! Friendly booksellers.

It is the city's best bookshop to obtain books on the political-economic situation and the history of Hungary (and Central Europe in general) in English. There are also books of art in Budapest and travel guides.

The favorite bookstore of the Cracovians finally invaded the Jewish quarter of Budapest in 2011. For our greatest happiness. Here we read (a wide choice of art books, literature, philosophy and human sciences, Jewish culture, magazines...), drink (coffee, tea...), work and reflect (small tables, Wifi), eat (homemade cakes) and talk (coffee with friends and many cultural events)! A real cocoon to spend your winter or summer evenings since the shop is air-conditioned and has a delicious garden at the back of the shop

This cultural center focused on architecture also serves as a bookstore in addition to organizing music concerts, discussions, exhibitions, plays and other cultural events. Very extensive books on Hungarian architecture of the 19th and 20th centuries in particular, but one can also find some fascinating titles in English (always on architecture). The advantage is that you can consult everything on the spot and that the staff is very attentive!

A little bookstore love. Litea, which used to exist two blocks away, had to close: here it is again! The space is smaller but Anne-Maria, the polyglot bookseller (who even speaks a little French), has kept her table with tea and coffee and is always there to share her passion for books and culture. Between its shelves, you will find several books in French (translations of essential literary works such as those of Sándor Marai), or in English, including guides to Budapest, photography books, etc