Shakespeare and Company

About

A legendary parisian bookstore where writers slept among the shelves

Why go

• Feels like stepping into a literary dream
• A literary landmark that has hosted writers and book lovers globally
• A place where history, literature, and imagination come together

Must try

• Get a book stamped with the shop's seal
• Buy a tote bag
• Browse the shelves
• Leave a note on the wall
• Get a lucky dip (surprise secondhand book)

Pro tips

• Go early to avoid long lines
• No photos or filming inside
• Take the RER B from CDG or line 14 from Orly
• Sit in the upstairs reading room
• Cafe next door for coffee and snacks

Good to know

• Long lines are common
• Photography is not allowed inside
• Be cautious at the cash desk to avoid overcharging

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (24518 reviews)

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