The Best Paris Bookstores & Stationery Shops
Where to Buy Books & Paper Goods
Whether you’re looking to pick up some new reading material while in the City of Light or are searching for a great gift to bring back to the writers and readers in your life, here’s where to go. We asked Urbansider’s resident bookworms — our community counts quite a few! — and they all agree, these are the bookstores and stationery shops in Paris you can’t miss.
Haven’t yet shopped ’till you drop?

Gourmet
The Best Gourmet Shops in Paris
Get a true taste of Parisian life by shopping for food like a local. The city’s many épiceries and patisseries offer irresistible treats, both savory and sweet. Whether you want to find a good French cheese, indulge in a handful of macarons, …

Clothing & Accessories
The Best Places for Shopping Paris Fashion
Wondering where Parisians find their incredible outfits? We asked our most stylish friends in the city to share their favorite stores with you. For everything from bold designer dresses to hip upcycled handbags, these…

Home Decor
The Best Paris Home Decor Stores
We don’t know about you, but we love bringing home decor items back as souvenirs from our travels. The pretty prints, clocks, or candles we collect add beauty and also keep good memories close at hand….

Beauty & Fragrances
The Best Shops for Beauty Products in Paris
French skincare, cosmetics, and fragrances are sought after all around the world, so be sure to stock up while you’re in France’s capital city! While there are a lot of great drugstore finds, yo…