Explore the best bookstores in Buenos Aires you must visit

Did you know Buenos Aires boasts more bookshops per capita than any other city globally? It's estimated there are 25 stores for every 100,000 inhabitants. UNESCO declared it the 'Book Capital' in 2018.

Discover the city's varied reading options. Bookstores are renowned for their beauty, rich history, and the fusion of literature with culinary delights. Let's uncover some enchanting, iconic, and historically rich bookstores in Buenos Aires.

1. Ateneo Grand Splendid:
The iconic bookstore —and former cinema— Grand Splendid in Recoleta was chosen by National Geographic as the most beautiful in the world. With 500,000 titles spread across 2,000 square meters, it preserves the grandeur of an opera house while offering cozy reading spaces, a café on the main stage, and a specially designed area for children in the basement

2. Falena:
Located in Chacarita, Falena offers a charming literary retreat in a remodeled 1930s house. Renowned for its intimate and modern style, it stands out with exposed bricks, vaulted ceilings, and an inner courtyard where visitors can enjoy drinks, attend readings, and screenings by prior appointment. Discover this unique literary experience in Buenos Aires!

3. Bookstores in Corrientes Avenue:
Corrientes Avenue, from Callao to the iconic Obelisk, offers a wide range of bookstores catering to diverse tastes. It's a paradise for book lovers, with promotions, unique editions, and exclusive titles that are hard to find elsewhere. Don't forget the 'Bookstore Night' in October, featuring special offers and cultural events you shouldn't miss.

4. Del Pasaje Bookstore:
Set within an antique Palermo mansion, this tranquil bookstore provides a haven with cozy armchairs, wooden shelves, and a rear café. Amidst Palermo's vibrant ambiance, it offers a serene escape where book enthusiasts can delve into its vast catalog and partake in cultural events.

5. Del Ávila Bookstore:
Known as Buenos Aires' oldest bookstore, dating back to 1785, it potentially holds the title of the world's longest-running bookstore. Acknowledged as a Site of Cultural Interest and a National Historical Monument, it boasts a collection of over 100,000 copies, specializing in collector's editions and historical rarities.

Buenos Aires invites you to enjoy a relaxing moment with a book and a cup of coffee, soaking in its nightlife and bustling shops. Have you had the chance to visit any of these places? Share your experiences and your favorite reading spots in the comments! We'll soon be sharing a new list. Meanwhile, enjoy exploring these charming literary spaces!