Sophos
Sophos is a well-established bookstore and cultural hub in Guatemala City, offering a wide selection of books in Spanish and other languages, as well as hosting literary events and a cozy café.
Website: www.sophosenlinea.com
Address: 12 Calle 4-12, Plaza Fontabella, Zona 10, Guatemala City
Artemis Edinter
Artemis Edinter is a popular chain of bookstores in Guatemala, known for its extensive collection of books in Spanish, educational materials, and a variety of genres for all ages.
Website: www.artemisedinter.com
Address: Various locations including Oakland Mall, Miraflores, and Pradera.
Librería Piedra Santa
Librería Piedra Santa has a long history in Guatemala City, offering a wide range of books, especially those related to Guatemalan and Central American culture, literature, and education.
Address: 6a Avenida 8-65, Zona 1, Guatemala City, Guatemala
El Pensativo Librería & Café
El Pensativo Librería & Café combines a bookstore with a café, creating a relaxed environment where customers can enjoy a good read with a cup of coffee.
Address: 5a Avenida 12-42, Zona 1, Guatemala City, Guatemala
Librería Progreso
Librería Progreso is one of the oldest and most traditional bookstores in Guatemala, offering a variety of books, school supplies, and educational materials.
Website: www.libreriaprogreso.com
Address: Various locations including Zona 1 and Zona 10.
Biblioteca Nacional de Guatemala “Luis Cardoza y Aragón”
The National Library of Guatemala “Luis Cardoza y Aragón” is the main public library in the country, housing a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and historical documents.
Address: 5a Avenida 7-26, Zona 1, Guatemala City, Guatemala
Biblioteca Central de la Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala
The Central Library of the University of San Carlos of Guatemala is an academic library that serves the university community and the public, offering access to a wide range of scholarly resources.
Address: Ciudad Universitaria, Zona 12, Guatemala City, Guatemala
Biblioteca Ludwig von Mises – Universidad Francisco Marroquín
The Ludwig von Mises Library at Universidad Francisco Marroquín is a modern academic library with a focus on economics, business, and social sciences, open to students and researchers.
Website: biblioteca.ufm.edu
Address: Calle Manuel F. Ayau (6 Calle final), Zona 10, Guatemala City, Guatemala
Biblioteca Municipal de Guatemala
The Municipal Library of Guatemala offers a public space for reading and learning, with a collection that includes literature, reference books, and children’s books.
Address: 7a Avenida 11-66, Zona 1, Centro Cívico, Guatemala City, Guatemala
Biblioteca de la Alianza Francesa de Guatemala
The library of the Alianza Francesa de Guatemala provides resources primarily in French, including books, magazines, and multimedia, promoting French language and culture.
Website: afguatemala.org/biblioteca
Address: 5a Calle 10-55, Zona 13, Guatemala City, Guatemala
