The Bibliothèque Nationale de France, designed by Dominique Perrault, was inaugurated in 1996 in Paris. The library’s architecture features four glass towers that symbolize open books. It houses one of the largest collections of documents in the world.

Opened in 1851, located in the Latin Quarter. This historic library, designed by Henri Labrouste, features a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and periodicals, and is renowned for its beautiful reading room and extensive academic resources.

Established in 1643, located in the Institut de France. As the oldest public library in France, it boasts a rich collection of rare books, manuscripts, and prints, and is a significant center for historical and bibliographic research.

Reopened in 2009, located in the Latin Quarter. This modern academic library, housed in a former 16th-century building, offers extensive study resources, digital collections, and a vibrant cultural program.

Founded in 1886, located in the Hôtel de Sens. Specializing in decorative arts, crafts, and graphic design, the library features a diverse collection of books, periodicals, and prints, and hosts exhibitions and workshops.

Established in 1920, located near the Eiffel Tower. This independent library offers an extensive collection of English-language books, periodicals, and digital resources, and provides cultural programs, author events, and educational activities.

Opened in 1797, located in a former arsenal. This library is part of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France and features a rich collection of literature, manuscripts, and historical documents, with a focus on French literature and history.

Established in 1871, located in the Marais district. This library specializes in the history of Paris, offering a vast collection of books, maps, prints, and photographs, and hosting exhibitions and events related to the city’s heritage.

Founded in 1956, located in the 10th arrondissement. This public library offers a wide range of books, periodicals, and digital resources, and provides cultural programs, reading events, and community activities.

Established in 1931, located in the 13th arrondissement. Specializing in women’s history and feminism, the library features a comprehensive collection of books, periodicals, and archives, and supports research and cultural activities related to gender studies.

Founded in 1886, located in the Hôtel de Sens. Specializing in decorative arts, crafts, and graphic design, the library features a diverse collection of books, periodicals, and prints, and hosts exhibitions and workshops.

The François-Mitterrand site of the BnF is made up of two libraries: a general library open from Tuesday to Sunday, and a research library open from Monday to Saturday. The different access titles allow you to access the reading rooms and our cultural programming. Free access will enable you to enjoy workspaces outside the reading room and freely visit the building.