This place is such a gem! I can spend all day here.. I did not.. I only had 2 hour parking and I did spend it all here. Lol. I got so lost checking out the various book recommendations; that's how I read books that are not my usual genres. I really appreciate these bookstores' staff's recommendations because they tend to be such book nerds and would have the best insights and why they love certain books. One was so hilarious I had to take a picture. They 3 floors of books to completely overwhelm you! I feel like such a kid in a candy shop here. They have many author events coming up, but none of them are during the dates I'm here. Perhaps another time. read more

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Lots of options!! However the young woman working the counter gave us major attitude when asking if they could look something up the catalog. It was odd We ended up leaving shortly after, I think with a better experience at the counter it would've been very fun! Such a big bookstore with lots of categories and genres. read more

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Since Amazon was born, I have missed the touch and feel of the real paper books! This is the neighborhood bookstore carries a great selection of books from every category mainly in English. They also have two shelves specially for many brands of chocolate!! read more

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i did not have enough time to truly appreciate and pick through here! i could spend hours in this bookstore and will definitely be back to do so. they have a huge selection, and had a book i had been looking for for a while and hadn't been able to find elsewhere yet! they had plenty of sale tables across genres and floors. satisfied with my purchase, but cant wait to come back to spend more time (and money)! read more

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It's a classic old fashioned bookstore. Crooked floors narrow uneven ceilings and aisles packed with beautiful paper books. Organized very well, 3 levels. Can spend all day here. read more

So much to explore so little time! There is a a wide variety to choose from. Each genre represented well. While we weren't here long, I did make note I'd love to return. The store itself is super super cute and three floors if I saw correctly. The store was PACKED! I definitely think that's a great sign. read more

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Great three story book store. No elevator. Lots of out of print books. Cool notebooks, socks and more read more

Boulder Book Store - Bookstores Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

A must visit when on Pearl Street. There's a wide selection of books for all stages of life and plenty of interesting knick knacks and home goods. I always come out with something fun and new! read more

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I really do love this bookstore, but feel really strongly that they should provide a place to go to the bathroom. This place is huge. No public restroom! Hence the one star review. read more

While strolling along Pearl Street, I stopped into this bookstore and was immediately impressed. It was beautifully organized and captured everything a great independent bookstore should be--warm, inviting, and full of character. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, and there were thousands of books to browse across a wide variety of genres. If you enjoy reading, this is definitely a must-visit while you're in the area. read more

This is a large bookstore with a huge selection of books, book-related merch, and gifts. I could spend hours in this store browsing their store. I like how the store is organized and the staff was friendly. I also felt like the curations and bookseller recommendations throughout the shelves. They also have a pretty extensive used book section with books at a discounted price. read more

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Surprisingly one of the best bookstores I have visited in the US. Huge selection of everything from art, psychology, Buddhism, fiction, fantasy, used books etc. They have three floors and extended room into different corners, it is spacious and you wouldnt know from the outside. Their used book prices are reasonable and I love the vibe here - very peaceful and zen despite the large amount of patrons. read more

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Boulder Book Store is one of my favorite spots within downtown Boulder and specifically at Pearl Street Mall! I love a good bookstore, especially an independent bookstore, and this one is definitely so unique in its style and offerings! This bookstore is structured almost like a maze, which makes it super fun to explore! Tall bookshelves throughout, with a pretty intentional path and direction you can follow throughout. Every square foot of space is used well and there are so many unique books here I have never found in other places and are definitely very intentionally curated. You can still get your classics or more NYT bestseller types here, but definitely come here especially if you're looking for something a bit more unique and off the beaten path. The store employees are absolutely wonderful as well and incredibly helpful and you can tell they just love working here, which is the mark of a great business! Highly recommend checking out this bookstore and supporting independent! read more

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I don't think I can write a review that does this bookstore justice. The staff is kind and answers questions. We visited twice during our month long stay in Colorado and the staff were friendly. The book selection is superb with dozens if not hundreds of well priced books. I only own a dozen or so books but bought one to take back with me because of the great deals. The children's section is well laid out with great books, some games, and toys as well. The bookstore also has stickers, shirts, and other trinkets. I love how they have books laying around from authors who have visited and signed their novels. I missed Paolo Bacigalupi by one day. I'm bummed since I've been reading him since he first came on the scene. This is also a beautifully laid out and decorated bookstore. I hope they have a long long future ahead because it stood out. read more

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Great book store. Very well organized Loved that they also include used books. There is a basement too with even more categories. I would absolutely come here again! read more

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Amazing place. Cool building. Good selection. Definitely worth the trip if you are in the area.

I love large bookstores that I can get lost in. Could literally spend all day here just browsing the five different levels. read more

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Amazing bookstore amazing owner great atmosphere l, I can't recommend it enough. They let us have a photo shoot in there

I love this spot. They have a great selection and the staff always hits the nail on the head when it comes to recommendations. it is well organized and because it's so big you don't feel overwhelmed by having alot of people around. It being right on pearl allows you to browse before going to dinner which is a huge plus for me! read more

The Boulder Book Store is one of the best independent bookstores in the country. It is well designed and leads your browsing through unexpected discovery. I highly recommend locals and visitors to experience a great independent bookstore. read more

Wonderful store with a plethora of gifts. From books to shirts to stickers they have you covered. In fact it's difficult to walk by without stopping as they often have exciting books outside in front of the store. The children's book selection is top notch and they seem to have a fantastic author in house multiple times a month! Shopping local couldn't be any easier so definitely drop in to check them out and pick up that new book you've been eyeing! read more

Right on Pearl street market in Boulder, this place is huge! Three floors of books ranging from the latest to more esoteric stuff: puzzles, lgbtq, travel, etc, etc. So much fun to walk around and just get swallowed up by the whole place. When walking on the second floor you may even feel the floor slanted a bit. read more

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Do not purchase here! Took my son to purchase some books and was treated rudely, ignored, all because I have darker skin! Typical racist Boulder behavior! This type of underhanded racism should not be ignored! Don't give them your business! read more

Such a great bookstore. Very large variety of books, magazines, etc., huge space, multi levels. My favorite part though is they have an awesome craft chocolate selection. When I'm in town I stop here to stock up on chocolate bars!! I've been here a few times and look forward to stopping in for more chocolate and of course books. read more

Lovely bookstore with lot of things to offer other than books, they have souvenirs, chocolates, artwork and stationeries. I found my favorite book here. read more

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Went in again today the other day to sell some books. My experience was really good this time. I've always had good experiences at the book buyer counter. The buyer is very kind. I also looked around and made a purchase. The selection here is great for books, obviously, although I was looking at notebooks and there were not too many of those to choose from. Nevertheless I did find one that suits my needs. The building itself and the variety and selection make this a worthwhile destination to locals and travelers alike. read more

I preordered & prepaid a book and received an email a few days ago that it had arrived, ready for in store pickup. When I went there today to pick it up, the clerk was unable to find my book. I was frustrated because they did have another copy that was reserved for someone else, but unpaid. The clerk had initially asked if I could come back at a later time after they had found my copy. I was already back at my car, a very disappointed customer, when I received a call from her, asking if I was still nearby - she had my book for me, and could meet me out at the curb. I was very pleased with the problem solving staff and the very supportive customer service. I can highly recommend the Boulder Bookstore! read more

An independent book store that hosts small name authors for book talks. I attended the book talk of Mike DeSocio's for "Morally Straight" (How the Fight for LGBTQ+ Inclusion Changed the Boy Scouts--And America). He answered questions, signed my book, and the staff were very welcoming. read more

Boulder Book Store is one of those rare places that still feels genuinely alive with ideas. Their poetry section is excellent--thoughtfully curated, spacious, and clearly assembled by people who actually read and care about poems. The nonfiction selection is just as strong, wide-ranging without being overwhelming, and especially good for readers interested in culture, history, spirituality, and the natural world. The layout invites wandering: wide aisles, natural light, and little pockets that encourage lingering and discovery rather than rushing. There's a calm, welcoming energy to the space that makes it easy to lose track of time. It feels like a community hub as much as a bookstore, intellectual but not pretentious, warm without being commercial. Whether you're browsing for something specific or letting a book find you, Boulder Book Store makes the experience feel intentional and nourishing. A true landmark for readers, writers, and anyone who loves being around books. That's me! read more

This place is a taste of Heaven. Affordable and spacious. Few bookstores have the selection of this bookstore and the customer service was on point. There are novelty items and a local authors section. They sell used books as well. There was a book I wanted and they didn't have it-they offered to have me buy it there and shipped back to Denver with no shipping charge. My sister and I bought some books and had a great time. There are three floors and parking is in garages or on the street. read more

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If you're looking for a specific book, they have a very organized and comprehensive search engine on their website. And if it's not in the section it would typically be found in, check the Best Sellers and Recommended sections that are placed at the entrance where people first turn in. If you're looking for a specific section, look for the maps they have posted around about which section is on which floor or wing. They don't have public restrooms, but there is a locked bathroom in the back of the ground floor. Don't know if they'll allow customers (vs general public) to use it specifically, but if it's a no-go, then there are the actually pretty clean public restrooms next to the Downtown Boulder Visitor Center just a block over. They don't ship, but you can order online and pick up your order there. They buy and sell used books for cash or store credit. Don't have any personal experience doing so, but the used book office is in the back of the ground floor and there's a counter when you come up the stairs to the second floor that I THINK is the used bookstore. I definitely want to look into it a little more on my next visit. Also, appreciate how mixed in the used books are with the new while still being marked with a clear sticker that didn't leave a residue on the books afterward. I found some absolutely WONDERFUL used book finds there. Many were still just pristine. Frankly speaking, I want to live here. It's an absolutely gorgeous independent bookstore that's perfect for a college town with it pretty much having a section for every possible subject of study (including college and test guides). Also very useful if you're a tourist doing research as they have an entire section dedicated to just Colorado maps and things. They also have puzzles, a section for stationery, bookstore merch, and just entire shelves of fun, random trinkets. It has its own WINGS with high ceilings and manages to remain airy and light. There are chairs dotted around in the basement and second floor, making it wonderful how you can actually look through your books before buying them. Side note, this is a well-established, old independent bookstore. So you have a lot of authors supporting it by providing them with signed editions you probably won't find anywhere else. And as someone from California, the prices of some of these books are caused me to go on a full shopping spree. In short, I WILL BE BACK. And if my sibling gets me a gift card from this store, I will count it as an absolutely wonderful Christmas/birthday present. read more

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Always love to see an old book store survive the test of time. Located in the middle of Pearl street, this bookstore has so much history and character. They have a comprehensive and well organized collection of books. I would be here all the time if I am local. read more

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Great selection, love the hard to find relaxing vibe! One of my favorite places to shop in lovely Boulder!

The most rad book store that I have seen in a while. It's huge, located right on Pearl Street in downtown Boulder, and has the feeling of Meg Ryan's book store in You've Got Mail. Not sure how they have the amount of square footage they have on prime real estate but this has got to be a Boulder staple. Can't say enough about it but it's what every mom and pop store should aspire to. 5/5 read more

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Boulder Bookstore is located on Pearl Street mall. Such a large selection of books. The store does a great job of highlighting books by genre, employee picks, favorites of Boulder; bestsellers, etc. They also sell used books, which is awesome! I love buying a book, then going to a local coffeeshop and drinking chai while reading and people watching. I could browse in this store all day and have to limit how many books I buy. I always find new authors and books I had not heard about; or find the exact book that I wanted. They have a great selection of cards; and other small items. Love this bookstore! read more

I am a huge fan of local book stores and this location did not disappoint! There is something here for everyone and multiple levels to explore. They also sell used books at a reasonable price and have other fun bookish items sprinkled throughout the store. Fun place to stop at while strolling pearl street! read more

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I've been coming here for 35 years. I'm a book person and grew up in this town, in no small part in this bookstore. I'm back in town for a week and stopped in. Great selection, found two books by authors I love. But I really had to pee and they locked their bathrooms and won't let their customers use them. This is dehumanizing and bad customer service. I get that it's hard to keep a restroom clean and some people are jerks. But if you can't figure out a way to offer your customers a place to pee, I can't come in here anymore. So long, and thanks for all the... books. read more

They have an extensive selection of books, including a whole room about religion. However the selection on Islam is quite frankly offensive. To start it's hidden in a corner with only translations of the Quran and critiques of the religion. Compared to every other section it's hard not to leave with a bad taste in your mouth. To fix it you could start by moving to the same section as the other Abrahamic religions and not keeping it hidden in the eastern philosophy section! read more

a really good bookstore! great selection with 3 floors and walls of staff recommendations! i enjoyed the horror section but perused the entire store and loved every second! many beautiful editions of classics as well as an ample young reader's section which is always great to see. definitely worth a visit if you are in boulder! read more

Pain in the arse. Returns aren't easy, books are double to1/3rd more than amazon and transactions are difficult. Ive lived in boulder 17 years and this place continuously drives me to buy $1000 worth of books from amazon although id prefer to support local. I dont mind paying a premium if its easy to support local but boulder bookstore's making of an obstacle course leaves me with one choice - amazon. Sorry. Let us know when you get it together read more