The Shakespeare and Company store is right by the river and usually quite crowded. What do expect if Woody Allen puts it in a film and every guidebook has a page on it. It is worth stopping by since you are going to be very close to it anyway. The important thing to remember (aside from the fact they put... More

This is exactly how I envisioned my dream bookstore. So many books, no empty space, crowded literature-lovers vying for space to get at the books. I may be making an assumption here, but I think perhaps finding something specific might be a bit of a feat, but the helpful and pleasant staff are more than willing to help you out.... More

A real English bookstore right on the Seine River. Crazy! Lots of new and used books and they will order a book for you if it's not in stock. Pretty cool! More

Not being the biggest book lover, this place is a must to visit. So full of character and personality. The best book store I have ever been to. More

We stopped in the evening after a concert at Notre Dam, and I bought a novel to read during the trip. Be sure to ask them to stamp the inside of your purchase with the famous Shakespeare and Co logo. Great place More

Shakespeare & Co is just what I expected - a small, noisy store filled to capacity with books. Friendly staff and book lovers in every nook and cranny. Large chain bookstores can never have the feel of special bookstores with that wonderful smell from the paper of old books. Right across the river from Notre Dame it is worth a... More

Really lovely bookstore opposite Notre Dame. A haven for lovers of literature. More

It's literally a refuge for anyone who's been dying to find a selection of books - old and new - that are in English. And trust me: in this city, it's not easy. Parisians are proud of their language - rightfully so - but sometimes, it's nice to buy something you can read without engaging that part of your brain... More

this classic book store is famous and MUST be visited..Buy or just look...OR be like hemingway and pick up your mail??? Paris landmark More