Les Faules
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
20–45 minutes
Best Ages
0–10
About
Les Faules is an independent children's bookshop on Carrer de Provença in the Eixample, specializing in picture books, early readers, and children's fiction with a strong storytelling philosophy. The name (The Fables) signals exactly what the shop is about — the power of story.
For families with young readers, this is a more considered alternative to browsing online. The curation reflects real knowledge of children's literature and the staff can recommend based on a conversation about what your kid already loves.
The Provença Eixample location is easy to reach by metro (Diagonal station) and the surrounding neighborhood has good food options. The shop is stroller-friendly which makes it accessible for families with younger children.
Events and storytelling sessions are sometimes programmed — worth checking their social media or calling ahead if you want to combine a visit with an activity rather than just a browse.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Nursing / Changing
false
Kid Meals
false
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings
Wait Times
None
Nearby Food
Carrer de Provença and the surrounding Eixample streets have good café options. Diagonal area has a range of family-friendly restaurants.
Why Kids Love It
Les Faules is a children's bookshop and activity space in the Eixample where storytelling isn't just what's on the shelves — it's what the whole shop is built around. Kids who love being read to or who love stories in any form feel immediately at home here. The space has warmth you don't find in chain bookshops.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Check their social media for storytelling sessions — worth timing your visit around one
- Diagonal metro station is the most convenient access point
What to Bring
- Nothing — just browse
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
EUR 10–40 depending on purchases (free to browse)
Tips to Save
- Check for storytelling sessions or workshops — these are often free or very low cost and are genuinely valuable beyond just buying a book.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM
- Monday
- 5:30 – 8:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM