Padstow Bookshop

55 reviews

43 Howard Rd, Padstow NSW 2211, Australia

+61433562746

About

Padstow Bookshop is a Used book store located at 43 Howard Rd, Padstow NSW 2211, Australia. It has received 55 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 stars.

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Hours

Monday10:30AM-5PM
Tuesday10:30AM-5PM
Wednesday10AM-2PM
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday10:30AM-5PM
Sunday10:30AM-5PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Padstow Bookshop: 43 Howard Rd, Padstow NSW 2211, Australia

  • Padstow Bookshop has 4.7 stars from 55 reviews

  • Used book store

  • "This used book shop is a hidden gem! Great collection of books"

    "Very cosy place"

    "Undoubtedly, this bookshop has everything a book worm looks for"

    "This little shop is filled to the ceiling with decent authors of excellent tales on sale for a song"

    "This little secondhand bookstore is amazing, you can find all sorts of books in various conditions but most very very good and some clearly unopened for much cheaper prices than you would in any other store"

Reviews

  • Shuvendu Kumar

This used book shop is a hidden gem! Great collection of books. I managed to find many titles here which weren’t available at other used book shops in more popular areas like Newtown. The price is comparatively lower as well. The shop is slightly overflowing with books but that’s alright, who doesn’t like bit of treasure hunting. If you feel overwhelmed inside the shop, seek help of the lady shop owner. She is a living catalogue. She helped me find the books I wanted as well as gave me recommendations on few more books (in same genre) with an insight on their content.

  • Haytch Bee

Very cosy place. Books all over the shop. Not in any specific order which I think they tried to do at one point but didn’t quite stick to it. Or maybe they are just starting to do it. Lady at counter is very friendly. Prices are good for kids books but the rest is $7 or $8 a book when I feel it should really be $4/$5 as I wanted a lot. I think it’s also cash only which is why I left without buying anything as it was hot outside and couldn’t be bothered looking for an ATM

  • Isura Nirmal

Undoubtedly, this bookshop has everything a book worm looks for. If you plans to buy a new book, just contact them first and you might find a hard cover book is available with them for $10. The lady who owns the shop is absolutely nice person and opened the shop specially for me although they normally close it in Mondays as she knew I love books. Bought entire sets of books for an unbelievable price. Probably this will be a usual stop for me in next month's.

  • Mason Garlick

This little shop is filled to the ceiling with decent authors of excellent tales on sale for a song. Easy to park nearby and right near major highways too. The staff are absolutely obliging. I called to find out if they had a book I wanted and a few hours later they dug it out and sent me the photo below. It’s hard to find this book for under $40 (including shipping) and I paid nowhere near that! Five stars without fear of contradiction.

  • Eva Boticki

This little secondhand bookstore is amazing, you can find all sorts of books in various conditions but most very very good and some clearly unopened for much cheaper prices than you would in any other store. The store has lovely hardcover as well and many classics and is run by a lovely couple, the lady will always know what book your after. I go there so often just to be surrounded by books, it's a magical feeling 10/10 recommend.

  • Andrew Richardson

A nice little secondhand bookshop where you never know what you're going to find. There are books piled everywhere, which is the sort of shop I like exploring. The categories are not as well signposted as most other stores, but the owner is happy to direct you and help where they can. Prices are modest, which is really good. Note: the store only accepts cash. No card payments.

  • ivan jerak

Very cluttered and tight small space but some really good condition books. The books should be much more cheaper then what they are, because it’s supposed to be a SECOND HAND BOOK STORE !!! and the owners are very friendly and welcoming and will go out of there way to help find books your looking for .

  • Ravnesh narayan

This bookshop has way too many exceptional books. You can basically find any book over here, while there are some books you wouldn't find on one visit but could get it on other visits. Pretty inexpensive compared to buying brand new books. I recommend this place to all book lovers.

  • Bridget Duffy

A wonderful place to spend more time than you expected to. An amazing selection of used books and some really hard to find titles, all generally $6 - $10. Just be sure to bring cash as there's no eftpos, and definitely don't be in a hurry as you will want to rummage all day!

  • John Copeland

A small suburban second hand book shop. The usual packed stock everywhere with a broad selection of paperbacks (primarily). On the upside is there was no musty smell indicating the stock is in reasonable condition, and the prices I saw were quite reasonable.

  • Hawko

Massive range of pre loved books. Mostly okay but lots of digging needed amongst the piles in front of piles. Prices are a very high. Found other stores with books in better condition at a much lower price. Worth a look for a hidden gem though.

  • Leon Beattie

I had a wonderful experience, my first time at a second hand book store. When you find a book you are interested in you end up finding other books that peak your interests. I will return there are other books that have peaked my interests.

  • Fayth Massari

This shop is a treasure could spend hours just walking around and looking at the books and the shop keeper is amazing goes above and beyond to help find what your looking for will definitely be a regular

  • Vincent Y

A fantastic little shop with a large selection of books. You could spend hours entertained in here just going through the shelves. They are also very willing to help you find what you're after.

  • Daniel de Lafoix

Absolutely best second bookshop around. Love this place. You always discover or stumble on something new. The owner is amazing & extremely helpful in finding whatever you're looking for.

  • Alessia Pernice

A cosy, little bookstore with a huge array of titles and hidden gems for very cheap prices! The staff are lovely and the wide selections of books in good condition are such a steal.

  • Andrew Comrie

Massive collection of books, only issues are no EFTPOS, and triple stacking of books - more than you will be able to peruse. I'll definitely be back, and will bring cash next time

  • Max Garavaglia

Great hidden gem with a good selection of titles at a very reasonable price. Also my kids are always happy to get there with me to check out the children section of the shop.

  • Adam Overs

Excellent Shop. Found so many books I need there. Staff are helpful and will even take your details to call u when certain books come in or if they find them at a later date

  • Omar Hamed

Great cozy place with almost everything that you will need. Lady is very friendly. Only down side is that it is cash only but there is an ATM 5 minutes away. Great find!

  • Jack Robinson

Fantastic selection of book titles, friendly staff and a cosy vibe. Most books are in great condition for a very reasonable price. Will definitely be back.

  • Duncan Sage

Great second hand book store with books ranging from brand new to well loved. Everywhere I looked there was a series or author I’d been wanting to try.

  • alesha

really amazing second hand book store!! it was a bit pricey as most books were $7-$10 but was still pretty good. the quality of the books were okayyy

  • Pynylopy

Fantastic variety of books in great condition. Lady is very friendly and welcoming, happy to help find that elusive title! I will definitely return.

  • Chanel Peckham

Best bookstore I've been to, lots of niche and interesting books. Customer service is also 10 out of 10 You won't be disappointed.

  • Stef Verchiani

Plenty of titles to chose from at a good price and very helpful shopkeeper. Just bring cash with you as they don't accept EFTPOS

  • Halcyon David

Very large range of books, generally in excellent condition and well priced. Definitely going back when in the area

  • Chowdhury Azam

Good collection and great price. Thanks for still operating the bookshop in this time of pdfs and kindle.

  • Steven Christopherson

Very homely place. Literally stacks of books and the best Australian Crime section outside of Dymocks.

  • Lukeandkat Sheridan

Lots of second hand books. Take your patience to hunt through some of the piles ;)

  • Dane Leva

Great people, very nice and very helpful. I enjoy shopping here.

  • Josh Stack

So many hidden gems, you could easily spend the whole day here

  • Gary1q2

i come here every week and always find a hidden gem to read

  • Peter Ellerman

Good selection of All types of books for different people

  • Marija Simonovska

A fantastic book store with a great selection of books.

  • margaret anderson

Helpful proprietor, excellent choice of current novels.

  • Gail 62

Great books price’s great atmosphere

  • Tim Burnell

Second hand books, good selection.

  • Eoin Mckenna

Great selection, very helpful.

  • Fayth Love n light

It's my second home

  • Tim Polson

Great selection!

  • Sharlene Glennie

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