18 Bookstores In Glasgow 🇬🇧

"The most beautiful bookstore I've ever seen! Amazing number of books and magazines, lovely interior décor, with a coffee shop inside. A real pleasure to spend time in this store, even if you don't intend to buy anything."

"Went with hubby to buy his once a year book for the holidays. They have an amazing amount of books.Staff were really friendly. Helped point us in the right direction for his choice of genre. Successful shopping trip."

"As always a great atmosphere for buying books. Good cafe as well."

"Visiting Voltaire and Rousseau Bookstore with your son is an experience like no other. The stacks of books tower high, each one a potential hidden gem waiting to be discovered. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make browsing a joy. And let's not forget the resident cat, who adds to the charm. It's a place where you can easily lose track of time as you immerse yourself in the written word. If you're a book lover, this store is a must-visit. Whether you're searching for a specific title or just want to get lost in a good read, Voltaire and Rousseau won't disappoint."

"An absolute joy to visit! This queer bookshop is full of amazing reads, and staff are very knowledgeable and can recommend if needed. I loved that it is very connected to the community. Carries on the tradition of queer-themed pins and zines as well. Well worth a visit! Can't wait to go back."

"Excellent choice inside the shop good prices also staff very helpful"

"Fantastic little book shop. Well worth a visit. Owner is very knowledgeable.He sells an illustrated version of Ragged Trousered Philanthropists which I had never seen before and looks excellent."

"Always interesting choices of fiction.and non fiction books. Good for children's books too."

"The shop has such a nice atmosphere in it and there are so many books! I bought 3 books and it was really cheap I definitely recommend going here, there's also a really wide range of books and there's even music sheetsIt's really nice I really recommend buying from here, there was also music playing when I went and it smells nice"

"A lovely experience in the heart of the university area. Pleasant atmosphere for browsing some fine books. Good foreign language section. Nice greetings cards. Plus an opportunity to wander through the university campus."

"Such an amazing book shop. From your favourite authors to antique finds, you can get lost in all the hidden gems here.I found a beautiful wee old poem book and the owners managed to locate the missing book in the set for me! Lots of knowledge and happy to answer any questions and divulge information and history about the books.Highly recommend.The only improvement would be a comfy armchair for me to spend more time here."

"Very lovely shop! I bought beautiful canvas bag here as a gift for my friend☺️"

"It’s a lovely used book store with lots to discover and dig through. It’s on a street with plenty coffee shops and food places so makes for an excellent stroll on an afternoon :)"

"A Books heaven with a Vast selection of books, it's very well organized making finding what your looking for an easy task, staff are very welcoming and friendly, always ready to assist.*Google pay is available."

"lovely little bookshop, right around the corner from where we were staying. such a good selection of books that i’d never seen before, and the bags you are mega! if you’re looking for something new to read, and want to see a selection of books you haven’t seen before definitely give it a visit! also a proper cute little photo gallery downstairs with some amazing photography work🔥"

"An incredible little place, well-worth the trip, both for the warm welcome and the book selection. I left with three books, including one recommended by the staff (not Aimee, who was on leave; sorry I didn’t catch your name!), all of which were great reads, and could have happily left with half a dozen more. Can’t recommend enough, and will be back!"

"Lovely bookstore. Found so many heart-felt children’s picture books. Very small but extraordinary selection!"