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Strand Book Store, Union Square
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Strand Book Store

  • 4.816k reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 9 pm

A sprawling, historic independent bookstore with floor-to-ceiling stacks, rare finds, and a lively used-book scene. Expect browsing nooks, occasional in-store readings and record selections, and knowledgeable staff helping you uncover unexpected treasures. A must-visit for collectors, students, and anyone seeking literary atmosphere in the heart of Manhattan.

Quick answers

Strand Book Store in short

When is Strand Book Store open?

Every day, 10 AM–9 PM.

When is the best time to visit Strand Book Store?

It's at its best afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Strand Book Store indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does Strand Book Store cost?

Google lists its prices as $$.

Where is Strand Book Store?

828 Broadway,New York, NY 10003.

Right now · 2:30 pm

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 9 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

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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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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 9 pm
monday
10 AM–9 PM
tuesday
10 AM–9 PM
wednesday
10 AM–9 PM
thursday
10 AM–9 PM
friday
10 AM–9 PM
saturday
10 AM–9 PM
sundayToday
10 AM–9 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 Strand Book Store
  2. 2 Unregular Bakery · 1 min
  3. 3 The Grey Dog · 3 min
  4. 4 Pranakhon · 3 min
  5. 5 Amorino Gelato · 4 min
828 Broadway, New York, NY 10003(opens the map)DirectionsTo Union SquareCall+12124731452Websitestrandbooks.com

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.8from 16k reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Weekend outings
  • Relaxation
  • Historic landmarks
  • Art installations

The feel

  • Historic
  • Cozy
  • Lively
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly
  • University students

Around Union Square

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.