Best Bookstores and Libraries in Singapore
Summary: Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in Singapore? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in Singapore.
Kinokuniya Singapore
Kinokuniya is a large Japanese bookstore chain with a vast selection of English, Japanese, Chinese, and French books. It is known for its extensive collection and comfortable reading spaces.
Website: www.singapore.kinokuniya.com
Address: 391 Orchard Road, #04-20/20B/20C/20E, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238872
BooksActually
BooksActually is an independent bookstore specializing in fiction and literature, including poetry, essays, and literary journals. They also have a stationery collection and vintage curios.
Website: www.booksactuallyshop.com
Address: 9 Yong Siak Street, Tiong Bahru, Singapore 168645
Popular Bookstore
Popular is a long-standing chain bookstore in Singapore that offers a wide range of books, stationery, and educational resources for all ages.
Website: www.popular.com.sg
Address: Multiple locations across Singapore
Times Bookstores
Times Bookstores is a leading retailer of English language books and complementary products in the region, with a chain of outlets throughout Singapore.
Website: www.timesbookstores.com.sg
Address: Multiple locations across Singapore
MPH Bookstores
MPH Bookstores is one of the oldest bookstores in Singapore, offering a wide range of books, including bestsellers, textbooks, and professional titles.
Website: www.mphonline.com
Address: 63 Robinson Road, #01-02 Afro Asia Building, Singapore 068894
National Library, Singapore
The National Library of Singapore is a modern architectural marvel that houses a vast collection of books and digital media. It serves as a knowledge hub and provides a wide range of services and resources.
Website: www.nlb.gov.sg
Address: 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064
library@orchard
library@orchard is a public library with a focus on design and lifestyle. Its collection and space are tailored for the creatively inclined, with a contemporary and welcoming atmosphere.
Website: www.nlb.gov.sg/VisitUs/BranchDetails/tabid/140/bid/302/Default.aspx?branch=library@orchard
Address: 277 Orchard Road, #03-12 / #04-11 Orchard Gateway, Singapore 238858
Bishan Public Library
Bishan Public Library is known for its distinctive, colorful facade and offers a wide range of books and multimedia resources for all ages, as well as regular community events and workshops.
Website: www.nlb.gov.sg/VisitUs/BranchDetails/tabid/140/bid/307/Default.aspx?branch=Bishan+Public+Library
Address: 5 Bishan Place, #01-01, Singapore 579841
Toa Payoh Public Library
Toa Payoh Public Library is a neighborhood library that offers a cozy reading environment with a diverse collection of books and multimedia for community members of all ages.
Website: www.nlb.gov.sg/VisitUs/BranchDetails/tabid/140/bid/306/Default.aspx?branch=Toa+Payoh+Public+Library
Address: 6 Toa Payoh Central, Singapore 319191
Queenstown Public Library
Queenstown Public Library is Singapore's first full-time branch library. It has a rich history and continues to serve the community with a variety of reading materials and programs.
Website: www.nlb.gov.sg/VisitUs/BranchDetails/tabid/140/bid/298/Default.aspx?branch=Queenstown+Public+Library
Address: 53 Margaret Drive, Singapore 149297
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