Olavide Bar de Libros Madrid

The Sweetest Bookstore

Catherine from Madrid

About me I am from beautiful Vancouver, Canada, but am now an English teacher in Spain. I have been a passionate solo traveler for nearly two decades and love everything food, art, and travel related. I also enjoy photography and writing about my travels. Nothing brings me more joy than to wander around a new city meeting people and embracing the local culture. It has brought so much to my l...
"The books are the star of the show here, and Bar de Libros has a beautiful collection devoted to poetry, fiction, philosophy, and the classics."

Early evenings are my favourite time of day in Plaza de Olavide and the best time to have a coffee surrounded by lovely books in Olavide Bar de Libros. It's hard to miss this little red shop, with its soft lights warming up the corner of Calle de Palafox and Calle de Olid, and it just begs a peek inside. 

Antique tables and chairs are dotted through this small and cozy space making it an inviting place to sit down and simply enjoy the atmosphere. Coffee and cake are served in charming bone china teacups and saucers, just adding to the sophisticated feel of this little bookshop. It’s a joy to simply hang out and read or chat with a friend. However, the books are the star of the show here, and Bar de Libros has a beautiful collection devoted to poetry, fiction, philosophy, and the classics, as well as a section for the little ones.

In addition to books, this has become a community meeting place for cultural programs, workshops, and exhibitions. It’s also possible to rent a table by the hour if you would like to come and work. I can’t think of a less stressful office! Olavide Bar de Libros has been a wonderful addition to the Chamberí neighbourhood, so come, settle in, and make yourself at home.

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About me I am from beautiful Vancouver, Canada, but am now an English teacher in Spain. I have been a passionate solo traveler for nearly two decades and love everything food, art, and travel related. I also enjoy photography and writing about my travels. Nothing brings me more joy than to wander around a new city meeting people and embracing the local culture. It has brought so much to my life to step out of my comfort zone and experience all of the wonderful things the world has to offer. I have traveled throughout North America, Europe, and parts of the Middle East and there are still...

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