Best Bookstores and Libraries in Istanbul
Summary: Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in Istanbul? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in Istanbul.
Robinson Crusoe 389
Robinson Crusoe 389 is a well-known English-language bookstore located in the historic district of Istanbul. It offers a curated selection of books ranging from literature to non-fiction.
Website: www.rob389.com
Address: ?stiklal Caddesi, No: 389, Beyo?lu, Istanbul
Pandora Bookstore
Pandora Bookstore is a popular independent bookstore that provides a wide range of books in various languages, including English, and hosts cultural events.
Website: www.pandora.com.tr
Address: Ziya Gökalp Caddesi No: 37, K?z?lay, Istanbul
D&R
D&R is a large chain of bookstores across Turkey, offering a vast selection of books, music, electronics, and stationery.
Website: www.dr.com.tr
Address: Multiple locations across Istanbul
Remzi Kitabevi
Remzi Kitabevi is one of the oldest bookstores in Istanbul, known for its extensive collection of Turkish and foreign language books.
Website: www.remzi.com.tr
Address: Ba?dat Caddesi No: 315, Kad?köy, Istanbul
Minoa Bookstore & Cafe
Minoa Bookstore & Cafe offers a cozy atmosphere where visitors can enjoy a good book with a cup of coffee. It has a diverse selection of titles and a welcoming space for book lovers.
Website: www.minoakitap.com
Address: Akaretler, Süleyman Seba Caddesi No:52, Be?ikta?, Istanbul
Salt Research
Salt Research is a library and research institution that provides access to thousands of print and digital resources, focusing on art, architecture, and urbanism, as well as social and economic history.
Website: saltonline.org
Address: Bankalar Caddesi 11, Karaköy, Istanbul
Atatürk Library
Atatürk Library is a historic library with a vast collection of books, periodicals, and photographs, many of which are related to the history of Istanbul and Turkey.
Website: www.ibb.istanbul/Services/AtaturkLibrary
Address: Taksim Meydan?, Gümü?suyu Mahallesi, Mete Caddesi No:2, Beyo?lu, Istanbul
Süleymaniye Manuscript Library
Süleymaniye Manuscript Library is a prestigious institution housing a rich collection of Islamic manuscripts and historical documents.
Address: Süleymaniye Mahallesi, Fetva Yoku?u Sokak, Fatih, Istanbul
Orhan Kemal City Library
Orhan Kemal City Library is a public library named after the famous Turkish writer Orhan Kemal, offering a wide range of books and resources for readers of all ages.
Website: www.ibb.istanbul/Services/OrhanKemalCityLibrary
Address: Cihangir Mahallesi, S?raselviler Caddesi, No: 160, Beyo?lu, Istanbul
Beyaz?t State Library
Beyaz?t State Library is one of the oldest libraries in Istanbul, featuring a vast collection of Turkish and Ottoman literature, as well as historical archives.
Website: www.mkutup.gov.tr
Address: Beyaz?t Meydan?, Fatih, Istanbul
Kad?köy Public Library
Kad?köy Public Library is a modern library in the vibrant district of Kad?köy, offering a comfortable reading environment and a variety of books and multimedia resources.
Website: www.ibb.istanbul/Services/KadikoyPublicLibrary
Address: Osmana?a Mahallesi, Ku?dili Caddesi, No: 46, Kad?köy, Istanbul
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