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Bookstore and Used Bookstore
Greenwich Village, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and The New Yorker recommend this place
"If you love books, you'll love Strand.... 18 miles of books!"(17 Tips)
"The perfect hipster haven for used and new books at discount prices."(14 Tips)
"Amazing place if you're a book lover."(14 Tips)
"Worth it for the rare books section alone."(26 Tips)
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Foursquare InsidersNovember 25, 2015“18 miles of books. My goal in life is to read them all.” - Neil Blumenthal, co-founder of Warby Parker Read more
You can spend all-day long over there, browsing books. Well, I could actually spend my life over there : )
Sydney RappisFebruary 27, 2015Must visit if you're in the area, very crowded on weekends but the third floor rare books level is really cool!
this was one of David Bowie's top three favorite places to go in New York. be cool and educate yourself
Strand's enduring eclecticism shines near the information desk, where John Mayer's "Paradise Valley" rubs shoulders with "Koch."
Social News NetworkDecember 4, 2013Is there anything better than books and New York City? Not really. What a classic book store. You feel like you're in a famous movie when you're inside checking things out.
Gabriele 肉April 1, 2015If you are a tourist you have to visit this place! Very old bookstore, sells everything, from $1 used books to 4 floors of new ones.
Where the motto is “18 Miles of Books,” and where new and used books are packed into every cranny over three levels, is worth the price of your airfare.
Zahra AOctober 24, 2018Could spend hours here! Great selection of books and super organized. Especially loved the button collection!
California BakeryOctober 3, 2012Libreria fornitissima, famosa anche per i suoi gadget sempre originali e creativi | A must-see for booklovers, the bookstore is famous also for its creative and original gadgets
katzenkeksAugust 30, 2013For sure the best book shop in the world. You simply can't leave without at least one new book. (I bought 5.)
One of my favorite bookstores in the world. Come here and get lost for hours.
Julia LuAugust 15, 2018You can find any book you’ve ever wanted here! Also a great place to go gift shopping.- Find the next book you didn't know you needed. Lose a few hours in the stacks. Relax and escape the hustle and bustle.
Trever PolakAugust 9, 2014One of the oldest independent bookstores in Manhattan. If you love books and live in New York, you've probably been here.
Such a cool bookstore. Didn’t realize there was an underground floor or two more floors above at first! Check it out- Roy TuccilloJune 28, 2018Wonderful Strand Bookstore. If you want a lot of specific stuff, then this place is very good for you. Visit
Richard RevillaApril 24, 2013Crazy number of book used new and out of print. It's one of a kind. Browse the aisles which are not like your typically big box store.
Jag FirerwalkerMarch 11, 2017Boooooks, which you should read. The amount of great books herw will showcase that you should read more.
Megan HamburgMarch 5Good experience...the book collection is top-notch! The employees here treated us politely and answered all our questions.
The selection of books outside seems to have improved lately. More deals than in the recent past. Look for the "cheaper than the ebook" table inside.
Asteris MasourasDecember 19, 2015The scifi section is literally ceiling-high, and the store is enormous. A must visit for bookworms.
Emilio CApril 15, 2015This place has got an amazing selection of books curated in the center isles. Check them out!
Gianluca DMAugust 13, 2013By far, the best bookstore in NYC. Check out the rare book room. If you like books, this is the place.
Corinne LeeNovember 16, 2014Can't walk the lobby floor without already having my hands full of new books. The curated tables are great for new finds.
Felix SargentFebruary 14, 2015Books everywhere. Don't be afraid to talk to the wonderful people who work here for a book recommendation.
Sophie OmnomAugust 11, 2016Excellent bookstore whether you know what book you want, or are just browsing for a *novel* recommendation
Recover Reputation, Online Management GiovincoOctober 23, 2017Ah, the Strand survives after all these years. Did you know around the store was a mini-used book district twenty or thirty years ago?
Christine ShinMay 29, 2013You can spend hours here. Serendipity baked in to Discovering... this is how it should be. :)
Cristina SánchezOctober 16, 2016They have a large collection of graphic novels. Very good to buy second-hand books and gifts.
NicoleAugust 8, 2012Check out the $2 book section. If you look hard enough you can always find something interesting. You definitely won't leave without buying something.
AnnaJuly 29, 2015I could spend hours, days, months, even years in there. It's a great place to get completely lost in- the best bookstore, you could spend hours browsing only the tables on the main floor.
SPINJuly 19, 2011This is Cults' favorite bookstore in the city! Guitarist Brian Oblivion says, "you can get every single book here" and singer Madeline Follin adds, "and it smells great!"
Lauren PatrickNovember 17, 2015Excellent place for gifts for all occasions. Including a 'treat yo self" gift occasion.
Make sure to find the bargain tables - there's one hidden downstairs with lots of lovely cheap books.
Natalia BakerOctober 14, 2014Massive and super cool bookstore well worth a visit. Lots of fun merchandise too.
NY WaterwayOctober 17, 2012Into art? This is your place! Great selection of art books with a staff to match.
Gabriel HayesJanuary 15, 2016A NYC staple. Worth checking out for the experience more than actual book shopping.
Lauren SKNovember 6, 2014My favorite place to get lost. The books never end and there are great sidewalk deals!
Alyssa AndersonSeptember 11, 2015You could live here. So many books!!! Staff is so nice and you can always find a book.
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Welcome to Strand Book Store, New York City's legendary home of 18 Miles of new, used and rare books. Since 1927.
Open until 10:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 9:30 AM–10:30 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:30 PM
(212) 473-1452
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