Without further ado, let's check out some of Europe's best bookstores.
Old books to buy from tiny wooden shops. It doesn't get much cooler than that, right? If you walk past the Botanic Gardens, you will find this cute vintage book market on Cuesta de Moyano. It is easy to find because it's very close to Retiro park and Atocha train station. If you like those iconic booksellers along the Seine in Paris, you are going to love this hidden gem.
This is a permanent book fair and it's open from Monday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm.
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PARIS - Shakespeare & Co.
A charming bookstore in the heart of Paris which has become one of the most famous in the world in recent years. In fact, don't be surprised if you find a queue to enter. They host readings a few times a week, so check out their event calendar to plan your visit. If you buy a book, they will stamp it with the bookstore's logo which makes it a great souvenir to get from your trip to Paris.
After visiting Shakespeare and Co., I recommend you stop by the beautiful restaurant Au Vieux Paris -pictured below- which is just 5 minutes away.
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VENICE - Libreria Acqua Alta
This is one of the most unique and unusual spots we've ever been to. It's one of those places off the beaten path you must visit in Venice. This self-proclaimed "most beautiful bookstore in the world" houses a full-size gondola inside which serves as a shelf and if you climb the "booksteps" in the backyard you get amazing views of Venice.
- Daunt Books, Marylebone in London, England. It's considered one of the most instagrammable bookshops in London.
- Livraria Lello in Porto, Portugal. This bookshop is said to have inspired J.K. Rowling when she was writing the Harry Potter series.
- Carturesti Carusel in Bucharest, Romania. Located in a restored old bank building from the early 1900’s.
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