Libreria Eli Second-Hand Book Market

A book market by weight in the heart of Rome

The Second-Hand Book Market at Libreria Eli has become a highly anticipated event for Roman readers. It takes place in the Trieste-Salario district, at 50/A Viale Somalia, just a short distance from the capital's residential core. On select weekends throughout the year, the bookstore opens its doors to offer thousands of second-hand books at a symbolic price, turning cultural shopping into a delightful treasure hunt among the shelves.

How it works: books sold by the kilo

The formula is as simple as it is original: here, books are sold by weight. During the market, the price drops to 5 euros per kilo, half the rate applied during the rest of the year (10 euros per kilo). The process is straightforward: browse the displayed volumes, weigh them on the shop's scale, and pay at the counter. There is no limit: book lovers can fill their bags and walk away with a small library for just a few euros.

A vast catalog of titles

You can find truly everything on the market shelves: fiction, poetry, non-fiction, drama, history, and art, with over ten thousand titles including classics, contemporary novels, out-of-print volumes, and rare vintage finds. It is a haven for those who love to browse without haste, rediscover forgotten editions, and follow their curiosity, but it is also the perfect opportunity for families looking for children's books at minimal prices.

Libreria Eli, much more than a bookstore

Opened in Rome in 2018, Libreria Eli describes itself as "much more than a bookstore": a space with a New York vibe, accessed by a ramp, with walls covered in quotes dedicated to the value of reading. Beyond the market, the bookstore hosts presentations, concerts, author meetings, a small wine bar, and an art gallery, becoming a cultural landmark for the neighborhood and the entire city of Rome, in the Lazio region.

When the market takes place

The Second-Hand Book Market is held multiple times throughout the year, often coinciding with the last weekend of the month. The days follow continuous opening hours, from morning through late afternoon, giving everyone time to browse at their leisure. Admission is free: you only pay for what you decide to take home.

An event for the whole family

Thanks to the affordable prices and the variety of titles, the Libreria Eli market has become a small ritual for readers of all ages. It is an initiative that combines the pleasure of reading, the rediscovery of used books, and the desire to give new life to volumes, in the true spirit of sustainability and passion for culture.