The importance of books was summed up by the character of Tyrion Lannister in the TV series ‘Game of Thrones’ when he said, “A mind needs books like a sword needs a whetstone if it is to keep its edge”. Nobody can understand this sentiment better than a book lover whom you will never hear saying “I have enough books” and for them, bookshops are like a well where they go to quench their thirst for books.
Are you a bookworm, currently studying in Glasgow? If the answer is yes, then keep reading this blog further where we have written about some of the must-visit bookshops in Glasgow.
| Bookshop | Google Rating and Review |
| Waterstones Sauchiehall Street | 4.6/5 |
| Cooper Hay Rare Books | 5/5 |
| Hyndland Bookshop | 4.5/5 |
| Thistle Books | 4.6/5 |
| Caledonia Books | 4.7/5 |
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Waterstones Sauchiehall Street
Waterstones is a famous book chain that, unlike other bookstores is not independently owned by a local. The best part about this bookshop is that there is a coffee shop inside the bookstore which means the visitors can enjoy their books while sipping a cup of coffee. It is a 5-storey bookshop and is said to have the most amount of books in Glasgow.
When you plan to visit here from your student accommodation in Glasgow, make sure you take some extra time in your hand as there are 2 cafes situated in this bookstore which means you will get to enjoy good food and drinks as well. You will be delighted to know that this bookstore also consists of a licensed bar which hosts many cultural events from time to time and a monthly book quiz.
Opening Hours
| Days | Timing |
| Monday to Saturday | 9 am to 7 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am to 6 pm |
How to Reach
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Cooper Hay Rare Books
Do your friends describe you as an old soul? If yes, then you will love visiting Cooper Hay Rare Books as it has a touch of antiquity to it. Impressively Cooper Hay Rare Books enjoys a five-star rating on Google and Facebook, which is why it is quite popular among book lovers.
As the name suggests, this bookstore consists of rare and old books. Founded in 1985, this bookstore is located on Bath Street, a few blocks from the Centre of Contemporary Arts. Cooper Hay Rare Books sells a wide variety of ephemera and manuscripts. Interestingly at this bookstore, you will also find private papers of Scottish biographer James Boswell put up for sale.
Opening Hours
| Days | Timing |
| Tuesday to Thursday | 10 am to 5 pm |
| Friday to Monday | Closed |
How to Reach
Hyndland Bookshop
Hyndland is an independent bookshop which has a 4.5-star rating on Google and a 5/5 score on Yelp. Here you will come across a wide collection of books and DVDs. The bookworms living in student accommodation in United Kingdom who also enjoy watching movies definitely need to check out this place. At Hyndland Bookshop you will be able to find books that cover topics like culture, history and architecture of Glasgow. You will be surprised to know that it has been 40 years since this bookshop started.
Opening Hours
| Days | Timing |
| Monday to Friday | 10 am to 6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am to 5 pm |
| Sunday | 1 pm to 5 pm |
How to Reach
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Thistle Books
Located in the north of the city, near Kelvingrove Park Thistle Books is a quaint bookshop which sells second-hand books. Many books that they sell are pretty rare so be prepared to pick up some interesting reads and affordable prices. This bookstore consists of well-stocked sections like history, crime, literary criticism, etc. At Thistle Books, you will also come across sheet music which is offered by its co-tenant Alba Music.
Opening Hours
| Days | Timing |
| Monday to Saturday | 11 am to 5 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
How to Reach
Caledonia Books
Started in the mid-80s, Caledonia Books is a family-owned bookstore which is still running today. Impressively, this bookstore has received a 4.6-star rating on Google and a 4/5 score on Yelp. Caledonia Books is another bookstore popular for offering rare books. If you are visiting here and find some rare books that interest you then you can inquire about them from the staff. The rare books offered her cover both fiction and non-fiction categories.
Opening Hours
| Days | Timing |
| Tuesday to Saturday | 12 pm to 6 pm |
| Sunday and Monday | Closed |
How to Reach
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FAQs
In 1998, Wingtown was officially regarded as the National Book Town of Scotland. It is now home to many book-related businesses.
The National Library of Scotland is said to have world-class collections of books. It is the second-largest library in Scotland and one of the most important research libraries in Europe.
The Mitchell Library is not just the biggest library in Glasgow but it is one of the largest public libraries in Europe and has more than a million items. Its archives include drawings, photographs, books, maps, postcards and family history.
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