When is MacLeod's Books open?
Every day, 11 AM–5:30 PM. Hours checked on 1 November 2026.
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MacLeod's Books
- 4.61.2k reviews
- Free
- Open now · till 5:30 pm
Used and rare bookstore on West Pender Street specializing in literature, history and Canadiana.
Quick answers
MacLeod's Books in short
When is the best time to visit MacLeod's Books?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is MacLeod's Books indoors or outdoors?
Indoors: a good pick when it rains.
Is MacLeod's Books good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does MacLeod's Books cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book MacLeod's Books?
No, you can walk in.
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How long do you need at MacLeod's Books?
About 45 minutes.
Where is MacLeod's Books?
455 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2Z3.
Status, rating and hours checked on 1 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
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Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Open till 5:30 pm
- Best in the afternoon
- Indoors
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- 8°
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- Wind
- 6km/h
- 2pm
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The next five days
Best time to go
Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
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Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 5:30 pm- monday
- 11 AM–5:30 PM
- tuesday
- 11 AM–5:30 PM
- wednesday
- 11 AM–5:30 PM
- thursday
- 11 AM–5:30 PM
- friday
- 11 AM–5:30 PM
- saturday
- 11 AM–5:30 PM
- sundayToday
- 11 AM–5:30 PM
Usually a little busy at this hour
Hours checked 1 Nov
Where and how
- 1 MacLeod's Books
- 2 AMRUT Kitchen and Bar · 1 min
- 3 The Poke Guy · 1 min
- 4 PiCaDo · 2 min
- 5 Brazilliant café & catering inc. · 2 min
Good to know
- Indoors
- Free to visit
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 45 min
- Good for solo
- Good for small groups
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.6from 1.2k reviews
Known for
- Used books
- Rare books
- Canadiana
- Literature
- Sightseeing
- Relaxation
- Weekend outings
- Historic landmarks
The feel
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Tourists
- University students
- Solo friendly
What people say
- People like:
- Reviewers praise the varied collection, knowledgeable staff and helpful service.
One of those places where you feel absolutely transported. Such an interesting and fun collection of books.
Best book store in town! Best service in town, if you are a book person this is the place for you to visit in Vancouver!
Around Gastown
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
Good nowAMRUT Kitchen and BarModern Indian · 1 min walk
Good nowThe Poke GuyHawaiian · 1 min walk
Good nowPiCaDoTurkish · 2 min walk
Good nowBrazilliant café & catering inc.Brazilian · 2 min walk
On nearby
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a jacket.
JacketThe whole time
It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.