Book lovers visiting London are in for a treat, as the city offers a wealth of incredible bookshops to explore. Having lived in London for 10 years, here are my personal favorites for your next visit.
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Independent Bookshops
Chain Bookshops
Independent Bookshops
London has so many incredible indie bookshops, prioritise these if you can.
A beautiful indie bookshop in Brixton Village, celebrating Black authors and voices from the diaspora.
Round Table Books
A must visit indie with an incredible curation of books, pop in and then enjoy bustling Brick Lane.
Brick Lane Bookshop
Undoubtably one of London's most beautiful bookshops, you truly cannot miss this one!
Libreria
The cutest, tiniest little bookstore - perfect to visit the Herne Hill market on Sundays and pop in to this little gem.
Herne Hill Books
If you find yourself in Balham, you do not want to miss this one - it has a beautiful curation and offers coffees, wines and more.
Backstory
A London sweetheart, you cannot miss this one! Beautiful curation, delicious coffees, wines and more.
BookBar
This one is a must visit too and perfect to spend time browsing!
London Review Bookshop
If you are heading to any of the amazing galleries and museums in the South Kensington area, be sure to visit this gem of a bookshop.
South Kensington Books
This gem is the UK’s first bookshop and publishing house specialising in Black British, Caribbean, African, African-American and Asian literature.
New Beacon Books
Another gem that is well worth a visit, be sure to pop in.
Ink@84 Books
The incredible curation of titles in this gem is unbeatable, a must visit if you find yourself in the Dalston area!
Burley Fisher Books
A bookshop on a barge, do I need to say more? A great spot to stop off for a browse if you find yourself in the Kings Cross area.
Word On The Water - The London Bookbarge
Chain Bookshops
This is an iconic London bookshop that is loved by locals and visitors, definitely add it to your list if you are planning to visit Marylebone.
Daunt Books Marylebone
Another popular London bookshops, with more floors of books than you can imagine and a cafe on top - this one is a must visit.
Foyles
Europe's largest bookstore, you can spend hours in this one without realising you are probably still on the same floor. With cafes, a bar, a gifting section and incredible floor for children's books.
Waterstones
London's oldest bookstore, step back in time when visiting this iconic bookstore.
