Antic ExLibris, located on 23 Doamnei Street, is one of the largest and most visited second-hand bookstores in Bucharest. With an impressive stock of over 150,000 volumes, it offers a diverse selection of books in both Romanian and English, most of them heavily discounted by up to 80–90%. You'll find everything from classic literature, history, and art to cookbooks, hobbies, comic books, and collector’s editions — all packed tightly on shelves that invite hours of browsing.

The place has a truly authentic antiquarian feel: handwritten price tags, unexpected finds, and that rare thrill of literary discovery. It’s the kind of store where you go in “just to look” and leave with a stack of treasures. Open daily from 10:00 to 20:00, it’s easily accessible even in the evening.

👉 How to get there: Take the M2 metro line to Universitate station, then walk about 5 minutes to 23 Doamnei Street. There are also secondary locations in Universitate Passage and on 61 Gabroveni Street, near the Old Town.