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The Last Bookstore
Bookstore, Event Space, and Used Bookstore
Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles
Has a stamp of approval from Los Angeles Times and LAist
"Awesome random book library upstairs and artists in residency."(22 Tips)
"great selection of books & neat little shops in the upstairs area."(5 Tips)
"great for used books and pretty photos"(10 Tips)
"book sculptures and of course the selection of books"(3 Tips)
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Pooja Shah TaleraApril 9, 2018Such an intriguing book store with quirky collections. Spotted some Kinfolk coffee table books.
Great way to pass a Sunday afternoon, altho I'm realizing it's not an original idea (crowded!)
Ugur KanerNovember 9, 2015Wander around, see the labyrinth, buy a good book and chill on comfy couches
Chris SFebruary 2, 2015If you like books, just go. You will freak out. If you don't like books, you're a bad person.
Walls of books, dollar book area, art made of books, books books books.
Christina PhamFebruary 18, 2013Seriously amazing book store. Check out the second floor for $1 books. If you're a big manga person, there's also a section for $1 manga that is AWESOME.
Not only a rad bookstore but the also promote performing arts. Spoken word, plays, music, check their fb
Brandon NuckeltDecember 24, 2015The books of course! Also the atmosphere is perfect for meandering around for a couple hours.
William WakefieldAugust 21, 2014I love this store. Always find something interesting to pick up and enjoy at home. Will always come back.
Istvan NagyApril 12, 2019The best book store I’ve ever seen. You can buy, read, sell or simply explore the huge selection
- Michael KalecJanuary 28, 2017This place is a piece of art in itself. The books go on and on, but worth it to take a look.
Maria NelsonDecember 13, 2017I could live my entire life in this bookstore and die happy it was unbelievable
Jaydeep SinghSeptember 15, 2015This place is okay and more commercial than they would want you to believe. Still fun to hang out at.
Lizzy SaxeDecember 22, 2014$1 books, the art collective, and the lovely book sculptures make me so happy.
Duygu K.August 6, 2014It was like a surrealist museum.The labyrinth was interesting; however, it requires too much effort to find a book you loved
Samuel JacksonMay 29, 2015Go and take a photo with their book sculptures for your dating profile like everyone else in LA.
- Now expanded to include a 'Rare Book Annex' #readingissexy
Antionette BlakeFebruary 7, 2015This is by far the most expansive bookstore ever. Plan a full day or more.
Rebecca BeaFebruary 2, 2012Most books here $5 and under...such a deal! Great selection of travel books.
Luis Óscar Mendoza GuzmánJuly 30, 2015Just an awesome place to find any book and have an incredible experience
Jacquelin HoAugust 15, 2018Found some interesting titles! but much of the library is pretty loud and touristy
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The Last Bookstore is a bookstore in downtown L.A. We buy, trade, and sell used & new books, LPs, DVDs, and CDs. We also host readings, concerts, plays, film screenings, and more. Come visit us!
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 10:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
(213) 488-0599
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