Paris has long been a cornerstone of the literature scene, inspiring countless works drawn from its society and its surroundings. As always, a wealth of cultural events unfold in the capital and in the Île-de-France. This June 2026, a handful of literary events for every taste have found their way into the streets of Paris and the wider region, welcoming readers in search of great reads.
The Saint-Germain-des-Prés Free Book Fair: a giant dictation, a literary café and workshops
The Salon du livre de Saint Germain-des-Prés returns for a second edition on June 28 and 29, 2025! Join us on Place Saint-Germain-des-Prés for a host of free literary events! [Read more]
The 2026 Antique & Modern Cookbook Fair in Paris
The Vintage & Modern Cookbook Fair 2026 is set to take place at Georges Brassens Park on June 13 and 14. Calling all culinary enthusiasts! [Read more]
Literary adaptations to see at the theater in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
What if your favorite book was adapted for the stage? Here's our guide to adapting literature for the stage. [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]
Literary cafés and coffee shops in Paris: our top picks for reading and eating
Are you a lover of literature and food? Head to Paris's literary cafés, coffee shops, and tea rooms, where you can enjoy enriching reading material and high-quality treats. [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]
Lovers of literature around here? Discover our selection of literary hotels in Paris and Ile-de-France. [Read more]
Are you a fan of French writers? Discover these literary excursions that you can enjoy year-round!
He wrote Les Misérables, The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, and The Last Day of a Condemned Man: today it’s his story we pause to explore. Take a stroll through Paris tracing the footsteps of the great French writer Victor Hugo, and discover the many places that shaped his life. [Read more]
To mark Molière's 400th birthday, take a stroll around Paris in the footsteps of the great French playwright, and discover the many places that marked his life. [Read more]
Good weather, a good book and a quiet spot - that's the magic recipe for a pleasant afternoon. Here's how to find the perfect park where you can read while enjoying a green setting! [Read more]
Victor Hugo, Balzac, Gainsbourg, Rodin, Delacroix... All these artists made Paris or its suburbs their home for part of their lives. The homes of these great names welcome you with open arms to discover their worlds. Just follow the guide! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From June 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026
Literary cafés and coffee shops in Paris: our top picks for reading and eating
Bookshops: where to buy second-hand novels and essays in Paris?
Literature: our list of the most unusual bookshops in Paris
Literary hotels in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, our top addresses
A stroll tracing Victor Hugo's footsteps in Paris: discover the places linked to the famous writer!
Discovery walk in Paris on the tracks of Molière
Where to read in Paris? Parks and gardens to enjoy some tranquility during sunny days
The most beautiful artists' houses to discover in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
