Best Bookstores and Libraries in Montreal
Summary: Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in Montreal? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in Montreal.
Librairie Drawn & Quarterly
Librairie Drawn & Quarterly is an independent bookstore specializing in graphic novels and comics, as well as a curated selection of fiction and non-fiction from small presses.
Website: mtl.drawnandquarterly.com
Address: 211 Bernard Ouest, Montréal, QC H2T 2K5
Argo Bookshop
Argo Bookshop is Montreal's oldest English-language independent bookstore, offering a variety of genres and hosting literary events.
Website: www.argobookshop.ca
Address: 1915 Sainte-Catherine St W, Montreal, QC H3H 1M3
Librairie Paragraphe Bookstore
Librairie Paragraphe Bookstore is a large English-language bookstore with a wide selection of books, magazines, and gifts, and it frequently hosts author events.
Website: paragraphbooks.com
Address: 2220 McGill College Ave, Montreal, QC H3A 3P9
The Word Bookstore
The Word Bookstore is a quaint and cozy second-hand bookstore with a rich selection of used books, including rare and antiquarian finds.
Website: www.facebook.com/thewordbookstore
Address: 469 Milton St, Montreal, QC H2X 1W3
Librairie Bonheur d'occasion
Librairie Bonheur d'occasion is a charming second-hand bookstore offering a variety of used books in French, with a focus on literature and the humanities.
Address: 1317 Mont-Royal Ave E, Montreal, QC H2J 1Y6
Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec (BAnQ)
Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec (BAnQ) is the largest cultural institution in Quebec, serving as both a public library and a national archive, with extensive collections and resources.
Website: www.banq.qc.ca
Address: 475 Boulevard de Maisonneuve E, Montreal, QC H2L 5C4
Westmount Public Library
Westmount Public Library is a historic library in the city of Westmount, offering a wide range of books, digital resources, and community programs.
Website: westlib.org
Address: 4574 Sherbrooke St W, Westmount, QC H3Z 1G1
Bibliothèque Mordecai-Richler
Bibliothèque Mordecai-Richler is a modern public library named after the famous Montreal author, providing access to a vast collection of books and multimedia resources.
Website: montreal.ca/en/places/bibliotheque-mordecai-richler
Address: 5434 Park Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 4G7
Bibliothèque Atwater Library and Computer Centre
Bibliothèque Atwater Library and Computer Centre is one of Montreal's oldest libraries, offering a wide range of English-language books and digital literacy programs.
Website: www.atwaterlibrary.ca
Address: 1200 Atwater Ave, Westmount, QC H3Z 1X4
Bibliothèque Marc-Favreau
Bibliothèque Marc-Favreau is a contemporary public library known for its striking architecture and a diverse collection of books and multimedia for all ages.
Website: montreal.ca/en/places/bibliotheque-marc-favreau
Address: 500 Boulevard Rosemont, Montreal, QC H2S 1Z5
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