Literary Sanctuary Across the Seine

#europeonbudget 🌟In the shadow of Notre-Dame Cathedral, on the historic Left Bank of the Seine, stands a crooked, green-and-yellow building that is more than just a bookstore—it's a living literary legend. Shakespeare and Company is a labyrinthine, English-language bookshop that feels less like a commercial space and more like a cherished home for readers and writers. While other reviews will rightly mention its famous status and connection to literary greats, they often miss the very soul of the place: its radical hospitality, its beautiful chaos, and the powerful sense of continuity it provides to a rich, bohemian history. It’s a place that honors the past while inspiring the future. 📌Location: Shakespeare and Company is located at 37 Rue de la Bûcherie, 75005 Paris, France, in the Latin Quarter. It is directly across the Seine from Notre-Dame Cathedral. ✈️Getting There: * Metro: Saint-Michel (Line 4), Cité (Line 4), or Cluny-La Sorbonne (Line 10). * RER: Saint-Michel - Notre-Dame (Lines B and C). 💸Price: * Entrance to the bookstore: Free. * Books: Prices are standard for new and used English-language books. * Café: Prices are typical for a Parisian café, with coffee and pastries available.