If you're in search of a bookstore to get a new piece of literature or a book shop to indulge your reading pleasures because you're looking for a good read, a light piece for entertainment, or in need of a historical book for educational purposes, Saigon’s bookshops will not disappoint. Here are some book places worth visiting for avid readers like you:
Here are some places worth visiting in District 1.
Book Street
Nguyen Van Binh Street, D1; +8428 3931 6211
A street in the heart of the city dedicated to selling books and related souvenirs including maps, posters and art. Over 20 separate vendors with plenty of cafes to sit down, providing a great shaded space to read a book or magazine in and enjoy the passing parade. Open daily from 8am until 10pm. English is spoken.
Artbook
1B1 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, D1; +84 28 3910 3518 / 1794 /
43 Dong Khoi, D1; +84 28 3502 1559, 3822 0838 /
46 Le Loi, D1; +84 28 3825 7831
Specialising in English language books, magazines and travel guides. Small but with an eclectic range of books and a friendly atmosphere. English is spoken.
Fahasa
40 Nguyen Hue, D1; +84 28 3822 5796 / 60-62 Lê Lợi, D1; +84 28 3822 6386 /
391A Tran Hung Dao, D1; +84 28 3920 9329
One of the largest book suppliers in Vietnam making it popular with locals and expats. In addition to books, you can shop for stationery, gifts, souvenirs and DVDs. Children are welcome to read the comic books for free.
French Library Nam Phong
88 Truong Dinh, D1; +84 28 3914 7858
New and used French language books and magazines. New stock arrives every two months and orders can be placed. The library hosts regular events with authors and English and French are both spoken.
Newton
Newton provides a wide range of English books across a variety of subject matter. English is spoken.
PNC Bookshop
Floor 4, 65 Le Loi, Sai Gon Center Tower, D1 028 3936 5006
2A Le Duan, D1; +84 28 3822 9650; +84 28 3821 7131 /
Floor B2, Vincom Center, 72 Le Thanh Ton, D1; +84 28 3823 3549
Floor 2, Parkson Plaza, 34-35 Le Thanh Ton, D1, +84 28 3825 8151
Book Street Nguyen Van Binh - M04-B2 Nguyen Van Binh, 028 3823 9939
Large and modern bookstores combined with a cafes which are stocked with the latest newspapers and magazines. English is spoken.
Tribook Bookstore
158 Dong Khoi, D1; 028 3914 7445
A good selection of English books, magazines and travel guides. English is spoken.
Xuân Thu Bookstore
391 - 391A Tran Hung Dao, D1, +84 28 3920 9329
A large selection of English, French, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese books on subjects that include the economy, IT, medicine, architecture and technology. English is spoken.
PNC Bookshop
2nd Floor, 43 Thao Dien, D2; +84 28 3744 6985
VestaBookstore
37 Xuan Thuy, Thao Dien, D2; 039 624 9650
Inpages
+84 126 550 2088
An Khánh Bookstore
129-131 Luong Dinh Cua, D2, 028 3740 6132
BOA Bookstore
boabookstore.com
6 Cong Truong Quoc Te, Ward 6, D3
+84 90 989 23 12
Nhà sách Cá Chép
+84 28 6290 6951
Hikaru Shop
O4E, Truong Son, Cu Xa Bac Hai, D10
+84 708 490 507
Saigon Books
saigonbooks.com.vn
Alley 473/8 To Hien Thanh, D10
+84 28 6281 5516
For more information on shopping for books, go to Bookstores in Saigon