Paris is a literary landmark, and many works have been inspired by its society and setting. As always, a wide range of cultural events take place in the capital and the Paris region. This July, a number of not-to-be-missed literary events are taking place in the streets of Paris.
Salon du Roman Historique de Levallois 2024: meetings, debates and musical readings
Once again this year, the Levallois Historical Novel Fair returns to the Parc de la Planchette on July 6 and 7, 2024, to tell the story of history to children and adults alike, with book signings, shows and literary round tables. [Read more]
Partir en livre 2024, the children's book festival to be held this summer during the Olympic Games
The great festival of children's books returns in 2024 for a 10th edition on the theme of sports and games, in keeping with the Olympic Games! The Partir en Livre festival runs from June 19 to July 21, 2024, and features writing and drawing competitions, walks, exhibitions, meetings and other surprises! [Read more]
Comic strip exhibition at the Centre Pompidou: Comics on every floor
Comics exhibition in Paris: From May 29 to November 4, 2024, discover "La BD à tous les étages" at the Centre Pompidou. An event dedicated to the 9th art, giving you a rendezvous with Hergé, Corto Maltese, and much more, across every level of this iconic cultural institution. [Read more]
La Maison des Histoires, an immersive museum for children aged 0 to 7, hidden in a bookshop
Behind the Chantelivre bookshop lies a fun-filled children's museum for the very young! La Maison des Histoires immerses the whole family in the literary worlds of l'École des Loisirs, between Cornebidouille and the Maximonstres! [Read more]
A traveling literary theme park is coming to Seine-Saint-Denis this summer
As part of the great literary festival "Partir en Livre", a literary theme park will be held in Seine-Saint-Denis from June 28 to July 5, 2023, with a program of cultural and sports activities. [Read more]
The top literary cafés and bookstores not to be missed for reading in Paris
Do you love literature and good food? We've found the best literary cafés and tearooms in Paris where you can enjoy a good read and good food. [Read more]
Attention literature fans! Paris is bursting with second-hand bookshops, full of bargains. If you want to fill bags with novels or essays for a handful of euros, these are the stores for you. [Read more]
Paris is brimming with unique bookshops. Discover our selection of the capital's most unusual stores. [Read more]
Are you a fan of French writers? Here are some literary excursions you can take all year round!
Go for a walk in Paris in the footsteps of great French writer Victor Hugo and discover the many places that marked his life. [Read more]
On the occasion of Molière's 400th birthday, take a stroll in Paris in the footsteps of the great French playwright, and discover the many places that marked his life. [Read more]
A good book and a quiet spot, that's the magic recipe for a pleasant afternoon. Here are some tips on how to find the perfect park to read in while enjoying a green setting! [Read more]
While crossing the rue des anglais in the Latin Quarter in Paris, you have probably already noticed a strange library. Your curiosity may have already led you to try to grab one of the books to discover a secret passage. [Read more]
Victor Hugo, Balzac, Gainsbourg, Rodin, Delacroix... They all made Paris or its suburbs their home for part of their lives. The homes of these great French artists welcome you with open arms to discover their worlds. Follow the guide! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From July 1st, 2024 to July 31th, 2024
The top literary cafés and bookstores not to be missed for reading in Paris
Bookshops: where to buy second-hand novels and essays in Paris?
Literature: our list of the most unusual bookshops in Paris
Discover Paris in the footsteps of Victor Hugo
Discovery walk in Paris on the tracks of Molière
Where to read in Paris? Parks and gardens to read in peace
What is that secret passage behind the street library in the Latin Quarter?
The most beautiful artists' houses to visit in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
