BookPeople is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

1. BookPeople

9.3
603 N Lamar Blvd (at 6th St.), Austin, TX
Bookstore · Downtown Austin · 122 tips and reviews

LadyJupiter.comLadyJupiter.com: Cozy layout and a lot of great titles. Have a coffee and relax!

Tracy S.Tracy Stewart: Another must go to place in Austin. Best Independent Book Store.

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Indie bookseller since 1970, BookPeople is a winner of Bookstore of the Year by Publisher’s Weekly. Employee-written reviews, a coffee shop and tons of book signings and events make it a must-see.

Half Price Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

2. Half Price Books

9.1
2929 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Bookstore · South Lamar · 24 tips and reviews

CourtneyCourtney: My absolute favorite store. I can't leave without buying something. Be sure to check out the clearance shelves! I always find great books for only $1.

Kristi B.Kristi Brawner: Pet friendly! One of many reasons to shop here!

Cassandra L.Cassandra Luna: Best place to have a quite moment and grab a good book or stationary! Great clearance kids books and movies :)

Half Price Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

3. Half Price Books

8.9
5555 N Lamar Blvd (at Koenig Lane), Austin, TX
Bookstore · North Loop · 24 tips and reviews

Jared T.Jared Tristan: Very friendly staff that know their books! Very helpful and great at recommending new books.

El David T.El David Thomas: If you are complaining about the offers on books, remember the name of the place.

Gabriel J.Gabriel James: Toys 'R Us for thinkers

Bookwoman is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

4. Bookwoman

8.6
5501 N Lamar Blvd (at Nelray), Austin, TX
Bookstore · North Loop · 4 tips and reviews

Jessica F.Jessica Fontenot: Local & LBGT friendly. I love it!

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: Susan Post’s much-loved bookstore has provided a launchpad for women writers, a sanctuary for literary seekers, and a safe space for generations of feminists.

Social N.Social News Network: Every now and then they have a woman here that reads your tarot cards! It's very interesting and fun.

Barnes & Noble is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

5. Barnes & Noble

8.7
14010 US 183 (Lakeline Crossing), Austin, TX
Bookstore · 13 tips and reviews

Regina I.Regina Imhoff: Friendly staff and comfy chairs! One of my favorite places to browse though magazines and knit!

Teresa C.Teresa Cisneros: Every Friday B&N get a free Ebook!

Axy I.Axy Inspire: Love this place

Barnes & Noble is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

6. Barnes & Noble

8.5
10000 Research Blvd #158 (Arboretum), Austin, TX
Bookstore · 26 tips and reviews

Sharon G.Sharon Gofreed: I love books. Good selection and staff not bad :-)

Jared W.Jared Whitman: This is a book store, not a library. You are not entitled to a seat where you can congeal for hours while leaving smudges of frappé on classic Kerouac. You sicken me.

Mohammed A.Mohammed Alrabah: One of my favorites bookstores.

South Congress Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

7. South Congress Books

8.1
1608 S Congress Ave (Monroe St.), Austin, TX
Bookstore · Bouldin Creek · 15 tips and reviews

Angela S.Angela Skees: Lovely little store. Has a great selection of vintage illustrations from books which make great gifts when frames.

Angie H.Angie Harmon: Good for books on other media, like music, photography, or old books that you won't be able to read. Not good for those who like: reading

Michael W.Michael Witbrock: This is what book stores will turn into. Nice collection of soon-to-be antique/heritage hardback books, especially nice cookery collection.

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

8. Kinokuniya Book Store

8.0
6929 Airport Blvd #121, Austin, TX
Bookstore · Highland · 4 tips and reviews

Sven J.Sven Johnson: Almost too much to take in on one visit.

Liz E.Liz Elsen: Everything is so cute.

Marushka B.Marushka Bland: Preteen dream store

Amazon Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

9. Amazon Books

8.0
11700 Rock Rose Ave, Austin, TX
Bookstore · North Burnet · 1 tip

Jessica J.Jessica Jones: Need to do a return for a shipped Amazon item? They make it fast, simple, and easy to drop off a return in the store!

Malvern Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

10. Malvern Books

7.9
613 W 29th St (at Rio Grande St), Austin, TX
Bookstore · West University · 2 tips and reviews

GauravGaurav: Mostly poetry books, but a good bunch of literature-type books. But the highlight is the wonderful space: big, roomy with comfy chairs to sit and read in.

Brett B.Brett Bachus: Cool place. Nice selection of books.

Monkey Wrench Books is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

11. Monkey Wrench Books

7.6
110 E North Loop Blvd, Austin, TX
Bookstore · North Loop · 3 tips and reviews

Ryan T.Ryan Tamares: Love the radical selections, even some videos available too!

GOODGOOD: A local radical bookstore and community space, home to political meetings, anarchist author talks, and film screenings and discussions. Try one of the delicious vegan snacks. Read more.

Matt B.Matt Bruce: Volunteer-run activist bookstore.

Austin Books & Comics is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

12. Austin Books & Comics

9.5
5002 N Lamar Blvd (Capitol Ct), Austin, TX
Comic Book Store · 37 tips and reviews

Dan G.Dan Garcia: Best comic shop in the region.

MazdaMazda: We are now almost exclusively a comic book store, although we still have our old sign with a unicorn on it out front and we are comfortable with that.

Social N.Social News Network: Nerds unite! If you're a fan of comic books, superheroes and geek culture then you'll love Austin's finest comic book store. Just make sure to bring some extra cash, cause you'll want ALL THE THINGS.

Dragon's Lair Comics & Fantasy is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

13. Dragon's Lair Comics & Fantasy

9.1
2438 W Anderson Ln Ste B1 (Burnet Rd), Austin, TX
Comic Book Store · North Shoal Creek · 37 tips and reviews

Nan B.Nan Bozeman: Great atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff, and the most fun place to play MTG!

Sarah F.Sarah Franklin: New location is overrun with giant cats. Send help.

Robin M.Robin Morris: Board games that you can't get at any regular store

Mothership Books & Games is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

14. Mothership Books & Games

7.7
2121 W Parmer Ln Ste 119, Austin, TX
Gaming Cafe · 5 tips and reviews

Jair G.Jair Garcia: Awesome place! Very nice people.

Jonathan J.Jonathan Jow: The best deal for LAN time is the 8 hr pack. Also you don't need to use it at the same time. Just save it for whenever!

Miriam G.Miriam Goldman: More comic focused than most comic shops in Austin, but damn good at it!

Capstone Comics is one of The 15 Best Bookstores in Austin.

15. Capstone Comics

7.5
1745 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX
Comic Book Store · Crestview · 2 tips and reviews

Alex R.Alex Rountree: Love this place. They are super nice and very knowledgeable

Miriam G.Miriam Goldman: Amazing selection of back issues!

J.c.J.c.: Their return policy is complete shit! Be careful buying anything here!