Today, many students choose libraries and coworking spaces to prepare for exams or the baccalauréat. They offer a calm, comfortable environment, ideal for concentration and study.
First of all, there are many libraries in Paris, often considered the best places to study for exams because of their quiet atmosphere. Special mention should be made of university libraries, which are always well-equipped, with quiet reading rooms, individual work areas, plenty of academic books to consult and sockets for charging your PC! And let's not forget the online resources available for on-site consultation, to complete and expand your revision.
Coworking spaces, cafes, and coffee shops where you can telework in Paris: our top picks
Need a cozy place in Paris where you can telework while enjoying a delicious treat? Cafés with Wi-Fi and coworking spaces await you in the capital! [Read more]
Coworking spaces are becoming increasingly popular with students in Paris, as they are appreciated for their friendly, stimulating atmosphere and their coffeeshop offer of coffees, hot drinks, delicacies or savory dishes (and, for some, you can even brunch there). What's your go-to spot for revision?
BnF François Mitterrand, the huge Parisian library ideal for revision, but not only
In the 13th arrondissement, it's impossible to miss these 4 immense buildings overlooking the banks of the Seine: designed to resemble an open book, the four towers of the François Mitterrand library offer a place to read, work in silence, do research and consult hundreds of thousands of documents. [Read more]
The 10 most beautiful libraries in Paris and Ile-de-France, treasures to discover
Do you love old libraries and their atmosphere, as if suspended in time? We'll take you on a tour of some of the finest jewels to be found in and around Paris. Whether you're looking for an old library, a modern one, a library with a special collection, one that's open to all all year round, or one that's open only during the Journées du Patrimoine, for example, these 10 gems are well worth a visit. [Read more]
The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit. [Read more]
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history! [Read more]
The Sainte-Barbe library: a free place to study with a view of the Panthéon
Just 100 meters from the Pantheon, in the heart of the Latin Quarter, is the Bibliothèque Sainte-Barbe. The BSB - as it's nicknamed - is a must for students studying for their mid-term exams, and a real Paris hotspot! [Read more]
BULAC, a free library dedicated to languages and civilizations from other parts of the world, where you can study and review
Not far from the famous François Mitterrand library, the Bibliothèque universitaire des langues et civilisations (BULAC) is the perfect place to borrow and consult a wide range of documents, especially if you're a language student! For all others, it's the perfect place to study for free, all day long and until 10pm in the evening. [Read more]
The Bibliothèque Publique d'Information, the huge library in the Centre Georges Pompidou
The Bibliothèque publique d'information, or BPI, is located in the Centre Georges Pompidou, in the Marais district of Paris. With the longest opening hours in France, it's a popular place for students, teleworkers and other curious visitors to find sources of information, training and information on a wide range of subjects. We'll take you on a tour of one of the biggest libraries in Paris! [Read more]
The Sorbonne Library, in the 5th arrondissement
If you're still a student, then you have the chance to visit the Bibliothèque de la Sorbonne, in the 5th arrondissement. A wonderful place to study in peace and quiet. [Read more]
The Richelieu Library, historic birthplace of the BNF
The Bibliothèque Richelieu is one of the most beautiful libraries in Paris. Discover it for yourself! [Read more]
Coworking spaces, cafes, and coffee shops where you can telework in Paris: our top picks
