19 Bookstores In Netherlands 🇳🇱

"This is probably the most homey, comfortable, delightful bookstore I have been to for a while! The building is really big, five floors full of books. Despite having mostly Dutch books (because, duh), the English section is huge and well-stocked (they have Happy Place by Emily Henry on the release date) and they also have books in other languages like French or Spanish. But what I love most about this bookstore is how comfortable I feel in it: there are many sitting places, with ridiculously comfortable armchairs. Not to mention the coffee shop with its excellent drinks. The staff are very helpful and lovely!! I would come back here if I happen to be in Amsterdam again."

"Very nice bookstore, great atmosphere that encourages you to browse for hours. They have a good selection of English fiction books. Their graphic novel section is really good as well.I absolutely loved their discounts shelves. I found a book that had been on my wishlist for years for just €5. Definitely worth a visit!"

"We were so glad we found Waterstones In Amsterdam. Four levels of beautiful books and gifts"

"I happened to pass by this shop and accidentally walked in absolutely not realising it was a bookshop.This is what second hand bookshops should look like. Just tons of books stacked so high you start feeling dizzy. I reckon the building is as old as some of its books.The only thing this place is missing is a cat. It could do with a cat. It is still a great place without one, but a cat would be like a rug that ties the room together."

"I would buy the whole shop! Such an inspirational place, full of breathtaking magazines."

"A large and spacious store.A very large selection of books of all genres, including new, popular and recommended books.Kind and helpful staff.An experience for lovers of books and bookstores.I love the stand with the books wrapped in brown paper "blind date with a book""

"great english bookstore with a wide variety of books! there were good deals too - will definitely be back"

"I stopped here on the way back to my apartment and wanted to buy my 1 year old daughter a book! The staff here were super helpful and friendly as I only speak English they made my experience here very pleasant."

"So amazing, wonderful section of English books. Very friendly owner, wonderful atmosphere. Very large selection of Dutch cooks. I really like the wood, it’s well lit, a wonderful day to spend an afternoon finding your next wonderful read. Highly recommend."

"Best book shop in The Hague. The place is really cozy and the owner is the nicest person ever. She holds a variety of books from history to International Law to fiction. If you need a book that is not in stock she will order it straight away. And she knows many books herself (especially those referring to International Law as she studied it herself). Go there, you won't regret it."

"Great selection of French books in the heart of Amsterdam."

"Nice bookstore. Lots of travel books on 2nd floor."

"I’m an illustrator so during my trip to Amsterdam, I was looking for children’s books to bring back home that were culturally important to Amsterdam / Netherlands. The staff was so unbelievable helpful and knowledgeable. The book they recommended wasn’t in stock but they ordered it for me and I got it a day or 2 later. I absolutely loved the books they recommended and they are part of my treasured collection now. I really can’t wait to be able to visit again, and go trough all the beautiful books they have!"

"We were on a canal tour and the host pointed him out. The man looked so happy that we decided to go after. We got a book for the group for only 10€! Other than that, the Happy Bookieman was a pleasure to talk with… with many interesting stories. I can’t wait to come back here when I come back to Amsterdam."

"lovely bookstore, staff is friendly and helpful"

"This is a small but very cozy bookstore. The enthusiastic shopkeeper will help u to find your favorite book. Much less you can enjoy the reading with a nice cup of coffee."

"Fantastic store with a terrific range of books.The people who work at Zwart op Wit are all big readers whom you can ask for advice anytime! Their expertises range from the classics to the newest Booktok bestsellers. Moreover, this store's section of English literature is pretty extensive, as is its array of magazines, children's literature, art books and gift cards.I haven't yet mentioned the store itself. Feast your eyes on the colorful 80s shop exterior and the cozy display of books inside. It's lovely to just walk in and have a look around."

"Hidden gem with all sorts of books, lithographs, and prints. in a gorgeous quite gallery, silence and tranquility in the middle of the city."