Paris never ceases to amaze. The City of Light hides unsuspected gems: secret libraries, century-old cafés and restaurants… This time, we take you to discover a nugget: a café-library nestled in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris. And it’s just won second place among the most beautiful in the world! And as you’ll see, it’s one to be proud of!
Merci’s café-library: one of the world’s most beautiful café-libraries
Fashion and decor enthusiasts know Merci for its cutting-edge selection. But few know that Paris’ trendiest concept store hides a café-library… Nestled in the third arrondissement of Paris, this charming place welcomes you in a very cosy atmosphere. Surrounded by thousands of second-hand books lining the walls, which you’re free to browse through, you won’t know where to turn.
In its Used Book Café, you’ll find books, of course, but also drinks and comforting dishes to enjoy all year round: creamy avocado toast, gourmet foccacia with sunny vegetables, salmon gravlax… Those with a sweet tooth will be delighted to accompany their desserts with a delicious coffee, cappuccino or chai latte…
Nestled in the cobbled courtyard of this boutique in the third arrondissement of Paris, this is the perfect place to spend hours in any season. So it’s no surprise that it’s been named the second most beautiful café-library in the world! In third place is Hall St-Pierre, with its pretty bookshop, and the “L’eau et les rêves” barge. A sublime, poetic floating bookshop where you can have brunch!
This ranking was created by the website 1000 libraires, which includes the 10 most beautiful café-libraries in the world… While we wait to visit (and photograph) them all, we strongly invite you to discover the Used Book Café. Please note that the establishment does not take reservations!
📍 Location: 111 Bd Beaumarchais, 75003 Paris
🕒 O pening hours: 10am – 7pm, Monday to Sunday