Third Place Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

1. Third Place Books

9.1
6504 20th Ave NE (at NE 65th St.), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Northeast Seattle · 11 tips and reviews

Christine T.Christine Tantoco: Awesome selection of children's books and 20% off staff picks! Support local bookstores!!

JordynJordyn: Bookstore, pub, cafe...You couldn't ask for more!

Richard S.Richard Sprague: Sell your used books here for a good price, but they're picky about which they'll buy, so expect to take most of them home again.

Elliott Bay Book Company is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

2. Elliott Bay Book Company

9.5
1521 10th Ave (btwn Pike & Pine), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Capitol Hill · 113 tips and reviews

AlisonAlison: A wonderful bookstore.. Love the staff recs and the open, welcoming space!

Rachel C.Rachel Chambers: I love this place-everything to love about a local bookstore. They also have great gifts. Locally made Torch candles and a ton of fun, handmade cards are perfect for anyone.

Craig M.Craig McKenney: They no longer have used books as part of an agreement with other used bookstores on the Hill, FYI, but still a great store.

Kinokuniya Book Store is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

3. Kinokuniya Book Store

9.0
525 S Weller St (at 6th Ave S), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · International District · 32 tips and reviews

Mark B.Mark B: Huge selection of Asian publications including Manga, Anime, art work as well as gift items. Central location in Chinatown.

Ernie H.Ernie Hsiung: They also have a Chinese book section upstairs for all of you about to go on an Alaskan cruise with your Chinese mothers. All 3 of you.

Ngân P.Ngân Pu: I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVEEE this place. It's a little bit pricy but you can never get enough window shopping! AMazing Japanese bookstore.

Book Larder is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

4. Book Larder

8.9
4252 Fremont Ave N (at 43rd St), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Fremont · 6 tips and reviews

Trophy Cupcakes a.Trophy Cupcakes and Party: The best place to browse for cooking and baking books. Classes and author events too. Love this place!

ReneRene: Great Book Selection! You must come visit and support.

Katy I.Katy Ionis: Many great events with cookbook authors, check out their calendar.

Queen Anne Book Company is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

5. Queen Anne Book Company

8.4
1811 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
Bookstore · West Queen Anne · 4 tips and reviews

Open Road MediaOpen Road Media: Don't miss the Summer Cookout on Aug 11th! Good food plus great local authors, including thriller writer Kevin O'Brien. And a good cause to boot: bring your gently used book to donate to Seattle7. Read more.

jodijodijodijodijodijodi: They have a frequent buyer program!

Dominique B.Dominique Barni: Free gift wrapping! Open til 4pm on Christmas eve.

Ada's Technical Books and Cafe is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

6. Ada's Technical Books and Cafe

9.4
425 15th Ave E (btwn E Republican St & E Harrison St), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Capitol Hill · 50 tips and reviews

Heather A.Heather Andres: Always like a good one-stop-shopping spot. Books, coffee, wine, a nibble. Much appreash.

Think LocalThink Local: New, used, & rare books on Computers, Electronics, Physics, Math, and Science as well as hand-picked inspirational and leisure reading, puzzles, brain teasers, gadgets, and gifts.

Jay B.Jay Beale: Best bookstore ever! The owners are a pair of geniuses too!

Third Place Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

7. Third Place Books

8.6
5041 Wilson Ave S, Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Seward Park · 2 tips and reviews

Kuo-yu L.Kuo-yu Liang: Good curated books selection. I found what I was looking for (A Thousand Days in Venice)

Kellie G.Kellie Green: Now Taking appointments online to buy books!

Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

8. Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery

8.6
1201 S Vale St (at Airport Way S), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Georgetown · 4 tips and reviews

The Seattle TimesThe Seattle Times: Shared space between a hip vinyl store and one of the best comic-book stores in the Northwest. Proof you can enjoy this block without imbibing. Read more.

DanDan: This is a treat - if you have not gone - go seriously good time. Stop by All City Coffee while you are at it for some awesome jittery drinnks. Read more.

Ann J.Ann Johnson: Gahan Wilson signing tonight

Ophelia's Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

9. Ophelia's Books

8.4
3504 Fremont Ave N (at 35th), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Fremont · 5 tips and reviews

KaitlinKaitlin: Really impressed with the book selection and pricing here, especially for its size! Plus, the resident kitty is cute, and the spiral staircase is so lovely. Will be back!

Mary S.Mary S: Check out the cat!

Allison G.Allison Grader: Friendly store Kitty! Very talkative.

Comics Dungeon is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

10. Comics Dungeon

8.5
319 NE 45th St (at 4th Ave NE), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Wallingford · 11 tips and reviews

Cole H.Cole Hornaday: The best comic shop in Seattle, hands down. Awesome staff, terrific staff.

Craig M.Craig McKenney: The shop is really charming, with exposed brick and such. I wish the building owner would replace the obviously damaged exterior lights and paint the exterior. Great, knowledgable staff.

Jacqui K.Jacqui Kramer: Extremely knowledgeable staff - ask for book recommendations if you are looking for something new.

Metsker Maps is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

11. Metsker Maps

8.5
1511 1st Ave (Between Pike and Pine), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Pike Place · 20 tips and reviews

ErinErin: Fascinating maps store with travel-themed stationary, puzzles, coloring books, and books galore.

Metsker MapsMetsker Maps: Inside the map store.

Metsker MapsMetsker Maps: The mountain is always out inside Metsker Maps!

Snapdoodle is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

12. Snapdoodle

8.5
120 N 85th St, Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Greenwood · 12 tips and reviews

DoraDora: Buying a birthday present with no time to spare? The store offers a gift-wrapping table complete with plain white paper and an assortment of stickers, tape, and ribbon.Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more.

Chrissy M.Chrissy Mayor: Adorable educational toy store. Great gifts for all ages!

MyerMyer: Fantastic selection of high quality toys.

BLMF Literary Saloon is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

13. BLMF Literary Saloon

8.1
1501 Pike Pl #322, Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Pike Place · 3 tips and reviews

Karthik R.Karthik Raman: Vast and varied selection which the store owner who is super friendly has memorized. Definitely worth getting lost in the possibilities of this place in the bowls of the market.

Jessica L.Jessica L: Shop owner store his inventory database in his brain. Don't be afraid to ask for what you want. He will tell you if he has it.

FeliciaFelicia: THIS is my new favorite used bookstore. Had tons of old baseball and travel books that I don't see anywhere else.

Secret Garden Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

14. Secret Garden Books

7.9
2214 NW Market St (at Ballard Ave NW), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · Ballard · 6 tips and reviews

Enrique G.Enrique Gutiérrez Arzate: I liked this store a lot! Staff is nice and knowledgable and book stock is great!

Agent M.Agent M: Comfortable rocking chair. Lots of autographed books!!!

Ali S.Ali Spencer: No lgbt section, a tragedy for an "independent and locally owned" bookstore in Ballard 😒

Pegasus Book Exchange is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Seattle.

15. Pegasus Book Exchange

8.0
4553 California Ave SW (Alaska Junction), Seattle, WA
Bookstore · West Seattle · 4 tips and reviews

Emily T.Emily Tachibana: Wonderful variety of books! It was well organized, and the staff are always able to recommend a book that I love.

Kathy 👩🏻‍💻 L.Kathy 👩🏻‍💻 Lin: Bring in some books to trade and get half off your purchase.

Monica T.Monica Tafoya: Super knowledgable staff & friendly! It's the first place I look for used books at.