Armchair Books

Armchair Books is an absolute treasure! This is not just a bookstore; it's an experience. The shop is a glorious labyrinth of books, stacked from floor to ceiling and overflowing into every nook and cranny. The wonderful, dusty scent of old paper and the cozy, cluttered atmosphere create a perfect haven for any bibliophile. You could easily lose hours in here, just wandering and discovering new titles or long-forgotten classics. The selection is incredibly diverse, and the charm of the place is only enhanced by the lovely, knowledgeable staff. Armchair Books embodies everything a great second-hand bookshop should be. A truly magical and unmissable spot in Edinburgh.

This is one of my top 3 secondhand bookshops in the UK. Not only do they have amazingly well organized collections in many genres (I have bought sci-fi, philosophy, history and fantasy), but the books are truly affordable (I have never paid more than £5, and I have found many books for £2 or £3). Second hand bookshops in the UK are not always cheap as they focus on antique books, but not here. They even give you an additional discount as a student. The attendants are helpful and friendly. I live in Glasgow and go to Edinburgh just to go here, as it is a treasure trove for a book lover.

We had a fantastic time searching through the aisles and shelves of this hidden gem. This bookstore collects a vast selection of old books, ranging from classics and religious texts to comic books from your childhood. You may find your treasure here! If you wish to sell books to Armchair Books, you have to email them first before you arrive.

Amazing secondhand bookshop in the heart of the city. They recently added cute and affordable totes too. I've been here twice on my visits to the city and this time walked out with ten books, all very fairly priced and in good condition. Easy to browse here for hours at end. Worthy of multiple visits.

Fantastic shop. Cute and stocked. For a used book shop I was surprised at how in touch the staff were with their inventory. Will be back for our next trip.

Super cute store with some very nice collection of second hand books. Especially some old editions

This place is super cool, but was a tad busy when we went. It was during the Fringe festival, though, so every where was busy.

Exactly what one wants in a used bookstore--shelves and shelves of interesting looking books of all varieties! Both vintage and modern, pricey and cheap, lots to browse. I got what's pictured here for just £14!