The 9 Best Record Stores in Paris (2026 Guide)

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The best record stores in Paris

From Latin Quarter institutions to the electronic temples of Bastille — the independent vinyl shops worth the metro ride, ranked by the collectors who dig them.

9 stores · 4.7 avg · 100% independent

Paris rewards the patient digger — deep secondhand crates across the 5th, 11th and 18th, rare funk, soul and imports you won't see anywhere else. Nine shops worth planning a day around.

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Where to dig — the 9 stores

The 11th (Bastille / Oberkampf) has the highest concentration — Music Avenue, Techno Import and Betino's within a short walk. The 5th (Latin Quarter) and 18th (Montmartre) are also strong. Each store below has its rating, arrondissement and how to get there.

1
CrocoDisc record store, Latin Quarter, Paris
4.6 · 956

CrocoDisc

Latin Quarter institution — a huge secondhand selection across rock, jazz, soul and world, over sister shops on Rue des Écoles.

5th · 42 Rue des Écoles, 75005
2
Balades Sonores record store, Montmartre, Paris
4.8 · 794

Balades Sonores

A beloved double shop near Montmartre — new and used, with a strong indie and reissue selection.

18th · 8 Rue Pierre Picard, 75018
3
illogicall music record store, Pigalle, Paris
4.7 · 638

illogicall music

Pigalle specialist for rock, jazz and rare pressings — deep stock and knowledgeable staff.

9th · 63 Rue Blanche, 75009
4
Music Please record store, Canal Saint-Martin, Paris
4.7 · 572

Music Please

Canal Saint-Martin favourite for secondhand digging across all genres — friendly and well-priced.

10th · 5 Rue Jean et Marie Moinon, 75010
5
Lucky Records store, Le Marais, Paris
4.4 · 496

Lucky Records

A Le Marais shop packed with used vinyl — a reliable spot for a bargain dig in central Paris.

4th · 66 Rue de la Verrerie, 75004
6
Music Avenue record store, Bastille, Paris
4.9 · 435

Music Avenue

A Bastille-area store with a sharp, well-curated selection and some of the best ratings in the city.

11th · 10 Rue Paul Bert, 75011
7
Techno Import record store, Bastille, Paris
4.9 · 367

Techno Import

The city's electronic HQ — house, techno and imports since the 90s. The place for 12" dance vinyl.

11th · 16 Rue des Taillandiers, 75011
8
Betino's Record Shop, funk and soul store, Bastille, Paris
4.8 · 267

Betino's Record Shop

Funk, soul, disco and rare grooves — a digger's favourite near Bastille with impeccable selection.

11th · 32 Rue Saint-Sébastien, 75011
9
Long Play Records store, Bastille, Paris
4.9 · 33

Long Play Records

A small, carefully curated Bastille shop — highly rated by everyone who finds it.

12th · 56 Rue Traversière, 75012

Frequently asked

What is the best record store in Paris?
For secondhand depth, CrocoDisc in the Latin Quarter is the classic. For electronic music, Techno Import leads; for funk and soul, Betino's is the digger's choice. Music Avenue and Balades Sonores have the highest ratings.
Which arrondissement is best for record shopping in Paris?
The 11th (Bastille / Oberkampf) has the highest concentration — Music Avenue, Techno Import and Betino's are all within a short walk. The 5th (Latin Quarter) and 18th (Montmartre) are also strong.
Do Paris record shops sell secondhand vinyl?
Most do. CrocoDisc, Music Please and Lucky Records are known for deep used stock — bring cash and time to dig.

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