Bookstores
English Book Shops in Bangkok
There are not many English Book shops in Bangkok. However, the quality is good with a wide choice of titles. The best book shops in Bangkok for new titles are Kinokuniya & Asia Books. The best of the secondhand book shops in Bangkok is Dasa Book Cafe with a massive stock at fair prices. Do you want to know where to buy English language books in Bangkok? then read on.
Dasa Book Cafe
Dasa Books is the best, of the used book shops in Bangkok. They have a massive stock of secondhand books covering many categories and in several languages. The books cover 3 floors and are well-organized category wise. Dasa buys, sell and exchanges titles. Their buying and selling prices are the best you’ll find in Bangkok, better than on Khao San Road.
If you’re selling, you’ll need your passport and there is no guarantee that they will buy all your items. Also, Dasa buys, sell and exchange CDs. Buying prices for CD’s are 20-80 baht while selling prices are from 150-250 baht. Most of the stock comes from international customers so expect to see some hard to find items. There is also a small cafe and book reading area with decent coffee and cakes. If you’re looking for some books to read on your travels then Dasa Book Cafe is your best choice of secondhand book shops in Bangkok. You can check the stock online at ….
You can also find used book stores around Khao San Road and in Chatuchak Weekend Market though prices are generally higher and the choice is not as good.
Where is Dasa Book Cafe?
Location: 714/4 Sukhumvit Road, between Soi 26 & 28.
District: Sukhumvit
Opening Hours: 10.00-20.00
Getting There: BTS: Phrom Phong Station (exit 4)
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Books Kinokuniya
Kinokuniya at Siam Paragon
Books Kinokuniya is an international book shop chain from Japan and is the biggest and best book stores in Bangkok for new English language books. There are 3 locations at Siam Paragon, Central World, and EmQuartier. The Siam Paragon branch is the largest of the 3 with the best English language choice in a range of categories. There are also titles in Japanese, Chinese, Thai, German, and French as well as stationery, hobby and craft items.
Thousands of titles
The Central World branch can be found on the 6th floor of the Isetan Department Store. It specializes in Japanese language titles and magazines with a smaller choice in the English language. The EmQuartier branch is a slightly smaller version of the Paragon store. Prices are comparable or cheaper than most western countries. Almost any book can be ordered with pick up at one of the stores. However, it can take a few weeks for your book to arrive.
Where are Kinokuniya Book Shops in Bangkok?
Locations: 3rd floor, Siam Paragon. 10.00-22.00
6th floor Isetan @ Central World. 10.30-22.00
4th floor, EmQuartier Complex. 10.00-22.00
Asia Books
Siam Paragon Branch
Asia Books is Thailand’s largest English book shop chain offering a variety of English books, magazines, stationery and lifestyle products. There are 35 Book stores in Bangkok and you will find an Asia Books store in just about every mall in Bangkok as well as all of Thailand’s international airports. The biggest Asia Book stores in Bangkok are in Siam Paragon and Central World. Asia Books is the best store for books about Thailand and South East Asia. It also carries a strong choice of coffee table, art and design publications. Book prices are comparable or cheaper than in most western countries.
Good for Books on Asia
Where are Asia Book Shops in Bangkok?
Locations: Just about every Mall in Central Bangkok including Siam Paragon & Central World.
Opening Hours: 10.00-22.00