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Best Bookstores and Libraries in Bangkok

Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in Bangkok? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in Bangkok.
|-Best Bookstores and Libraries in Bangkok

Kinokuniya Thailand

Kinokuniya is a large international bookstore chain from Japan, offering a vast selection of English, Japanese, and Thai books. It is known for its comprehensive collection of books and magazines, including a variety of genres and interests.

Website: www.thailand.kinokuniya.com
Address: 6th Floor, Isetan, CentralWorld, 999/9 Rama I Rd, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330

Asia Books

Asia Books is a leading English language bookstore in Thailand, offering a wide range of books including bestsellers, non-fiction, business, travel, and more.

Website: www.asiabooks.com
Address: Various locations across Bangkok, including Central World and Siam Paragon

Dasa Book Cafe

Dasa Book Cafe is a cozy second-hand bookstore with a cafe, offering a selection of used books in English and other languages, as well as a place to relax and read.

Address: 714/4 Sukhumvit Road, between (Soi) 26 and 28, Bangkok 10110

Chulalongkorn University Book Center

The Chulalongkorn University Book Center is a comprehensive academic bookstore offering textbooks, general books, and scholarly publications, mainly catering to the university’s students and faculty.

Website: www.chulabook.com
Address: Phayathai Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330

Open House Bookshop by Hardcover

Open House Bookshop by Hardcover is a stylish and modern bookstore located within the Open House at Central Embassy, offering a curated selection of books and a comfortable reading space.

Website: www.openhouse.co.th/bookshop
Address: Level 6, Central Embassy, 1031 Ploenchit Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330

Neilson Hays Library

The Neilson Hays Library is a historic and cultural landmark in Bangkok, offering a vast collection of English-language books and a serene environment for reading and literary events.

Website: www.neilsonhayslibrary.org
Address: 195 Surawong Road, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500

Bangkok City Library

Bangkok City Library is a public library offering a wide range of resources, including books, magazines, and multimedia, with the aim of promoting reading and learning among Bangkok residents.

Website: www.bangkokcitylibrary.com
Address: 39 Ratchadamnoen Klang Road, Bowon Niwet, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200

TK Park

TK Park, or Thailand Knowledge Park, is a modern learning and creative space that combines a library, music room, and art gallery to inspire learning and creativity in the youth.

Website: www.tkpark.or.th
Address: 8th Floor, CentralWorld, 999/9 Rama I Rd, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330

The British Council Library

The British Council Library offers a wide range of English-language books, educational resources, and cultural events, focusing on UK education and culture.

Website: www.britishcouncil.or.th/en/library
Address: 254 Chulalongkorn Soi 64, Siam Square, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330

Thailand Creative & Design Center (TCDC) Library

The TCDC Library is a resource center for design and creativity, offering a specialized collection of books and materials on design, architecture, and related fields.

Website: www.tcdc.or.th
Address: The Grand Postal Building, 1160 Charoenkrung Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10501

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