Powell's City of Books
Book store · Pearl ·
World's largest independent bookstore with new & used volumes
World's largest independent bookstore with new & used volumes
"Get lost among the stacks at this destination bookshop, which claims to be the world’s largest independent bookstore." - Molly O'Brien Molly O'Brien Molly O'Brien is a Los Angeles-based journalist who writes and edits for a variety of international travel and lifestyle outlets. When she's not writing or traveling, she enjoys outdoor adventures like hiking and visiting local coffee shops and craft breweries. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A centerpiece of the city’s literary scene, the large independent bookstore is frequently cited as a hallmark of Portland’s book culture and is billed as “the world’s largest independent bookstore.”" - Tony Perrottet Tony Perrottet Tony Perrottet is a historian and journalist based in New York City. He contributes to Smithsonian Magazine, The New York Times, and WSJ. Magazine, and is the author of six books. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Home to photographer Dina Ávila, Portland is known for its vibrant arts scene and diverse culinary offerings." - Rebecca Flint Marx
"Suggested as a must-stop bookstore to 'get a jumpstart on holiday shopping' while in Portland, offering a large selection ideal for gift-hunting." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"I note that Hong and Rodbard will appear for a Koreaworld event at Powell’s City of Books on May 12." - Janey Wong
