London Bookshops
London Bookshops
Julianna Cassata
📚 I love a good bookstore. Everywhere I travel, I like to visit the best local bookshops, and that's no different in my home city of London. From quaint literary havens to trendy reader's paradises, London is filled with bookish gems and these are some of my favorite for you visit on your next trip to London.
Updated ago
Save
Share
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=3840,quality=100,format=webp/images/by-user/DYqt8HwahmQchZhwV7RLSAnoduy2/boards/65602/50kfro-blob.jpg)
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650855/68x2lb.png)
Daunt Books Marylebone
@somethingsavored
Daunt makes it on to every 'best of London bookshops' list for very good reason. They have multiple locations but the one in Marylebone is the original and particularly beautiful with long galleries and skylights.
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650856/sqc2wr.png)
Owl Bookshop
@somethingsavored
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/by-user/DYqt8HwahmQchZhwV7RLSAnoduy2/places/650857/zpuc73-blob.jpg)
Primrose Hill Books
@somethingsavored
A lovely bookshop in a charming neighborhood. Books line the walls and are piled on the tables making this a cozy spot to get lost in searching for the perfect read.
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650858/1bs2t9j.png)
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650859/1vptmcu.png)
The Broadway Bookshop
@somethingsavored
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650860/uqnsd6.png)
Libreria Bookshop
@somethingsavored
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650861/v99q9t.png)
John Sandoe (Books) Ltd
@somethingsavored
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650862/dh4shv.png)
Southbank Book Market
@somethingsavored
Wide selection of secondhand books under Waterloo Bridge. Open daily but more vendors on the weekends.
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650863/2zciea.png)
Word On The Water - The London Bookbarge
@somethingsavored
A unique bookstore on a barge in King's Cross.
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/by-user/DYqt8HwahmQchZhwV7RLSAnoduy2/places/650864/1956mzk-blob.jpg)
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650865/14jymf1.png)
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/by-user/DYqt8HwahmQchZhwV7RLSAnoduy2/places/650926/kgtdmj-blob.jpg)
Hurlingham Books
@somethingsavored
A wonderful gem of a bookshop, books are stacked wall-to-wall leaving a narrow pathway in which you can browse the seemingly never ending collection.
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
![](https://cdn.thatch.in/cdn-cgi/image/width=640,quality=75,format=webp/images/650927/qx91v2.png)
Foster Books
@somethingsavored
Add to
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fdetails.942103f9.png&w=48&q=100)
Details
* * *
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Julianna Cassata
Seeking slow, savor-worthy travels? I curate food and design-led trips hitting local gems + must-see sights across London, Europe & the US.
Hi! 👋 I'm Julianna, a London-based, multi-passionate creative, digital marketer and traveler. I left my corporate job 6 years ago to freelance and to start my small accessories brand, Maragold Designs.
Having long-been a travel resource for family, friends and friends-of-friends, I'm looking forward to now pursuing my love of travel in a way that helps others experience places to their fullest! I've always longed for a way to more widely share the knowledge that I’ve gained through first hand experience, countless hours of research and, compiling of recommendations. Enter Thatch!
Before moving to London 4 years ago, I lived in Boston and am originally from a small town in Massachusetts. I grew up across the street from my family's Italian-American restaurant which was established in 1933 by my great grandparents who emigrated from Italy. From an early age, this instilled in me a deep appreciation for small businesses. They're truly the heartbeat of any community and I love discovering special local spots on my travels. Check out my guides for some special spots!
Send A Tip
Support Julianna Cassata’s work.
Select your tip amount
$5
$10
$20
$50
Or type in other amount
Read more about places in this guide
Powered by Thatch
The home for unique & authentic travel
The home for unique & authentic travel
Powered by Thatch: Where great trips are made.
© Julianna Cassata 2024 • Help • Privacy • Terms • Copyright • Become a Seller • Seller Academy • About • Careers • Blog • Explore Places