Halabi Bookshop
Halabi Bookshop
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Halabi Bookshop is an independent bookshop, renovated after being inaccessible for more than 15 years, with a physical store in Beirut, Lebanon. We supply out-of-print, rare, vintage, old, used, and new books & publications in diverse genres and topics and different languages, emphasizing on Arabic, English & French; serving the bookish community locally and internationally through our newly launched E-Commerce platform. We sell in retail and B2B, as well as participating in local and international book fairs. We organize cultural activities, storytelling, book signings, and talks for children and adults too. The bookshop celebrated its 8th Renovation Anniversary at the beginning of April 2024. The business has a team of 7 and is in its growth phase. We aim to spread the culture of reading among people, especially for children & youth, empowering girls and women, and sustain an inclusive safe cultural space for everyone to read and meet like-minded people; in addition to reaching the
Beirut, Lebanon

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lelou18
Beirut, Lebanon155 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2018 • Friends
The place is so nice and full of history. IT is a combination of history and contemporary place to spend time between books. Selecting and wondering. They also hold events at the bookstore like book discussions, story telling and they support new or young writers. they work for causes sometimes and they bring people together in a nice atmosphere. they also do have other than books to buy like book marks and gift boxes filled with books and related items that serve well as a gift. don't miss on visiting. it is good for families, couples, Solo visitors
Written May 31, 2018
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BookYard A
Beirut, Lebanon5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2017 • Solo
In a time where bookshops are getting rare, Halabi bookshop has proved the opposite, Lana, daughter of the original owner, has been fighting for years and she has turned this cultural corner into a unique haven for reading and books!
Written May 30, 2018
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SeaGull294480
Beirut, Lebanon8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2018 • Family
Had a lovely chat with Mr Halabi. Purchased lots of kid's books and looking forward to visit again to get other genre.

It's not everyday you get to experience such ambience. So much soul and spirit between those walls.
Written May 28, 2018
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Pontoponto
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2017 • Solo
it feels like home i recommend to visit this book store. its one of the best. the stuff is really friendly and smiling all the time
Written May 27, 2018
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Rim1986
Lebanon50 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2018 • Family
You can’t but stop to visit this bookshop full of literally all kinds of books. Shelves are elegantly organized with a cute kids corner. Owners are very friendly, always smiling and ready to help! You can buy not only books there, but also a variety of gifts reflecting Lebanon’s traditions. A place where the whole family can feel the joy of the pleasant books’ scent and the story-telling events!!
Written May 27, 2018
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inkonline
Lebanon28 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2018 • Family
A charming authentic small bookshop in the heart of Beirut. Make sure you visit for a throwback of memories into your childhood, for a good recommendation of readings or to just hang out and feel welcomed by the genuine owner and his lively daughter.
Written May 27, 2018
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diana D
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2017 • Solo
This bookshop tells you a story without reading any book. Very cozy and personalized atmosphere with each corner demonstrating a theme. You can find all types of books and variety here! from 100 year old books, to the latest novels and business books. This bookshop should be on tourist spots in Beirut . The owners are super friendly and very knowledgeable they offer you something to drink as soon as you enter with some sweets on the side. The prices are very affordable and if you dont find the book then they order for you and deliver it as soon as possible. Even if you dont want to buy a book its worth just exploring this place with such history behind it and authenticity
Written April 27, 2017
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Dana K
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2017 • Friends
the bookstore is tiny and very cozy, very colourful and different genres of books are available in english, arabic and french
Written January 26, 2017
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