Secondhand · since 1989
A sprawling, much-loved Galway shop of secondhand, remaindered and new books, with room leading onto room. A fixture of the city's literary life.
General stockIrishSecondhand & newStep-free access
Ireland
Bookshops in Galway
The Atlas lists 5 independent bookshops in Galway, 2 of them selling secondhand books. The suggested stop order covers an estimated 3.1 km; check actual walking directions before setting out.
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New & secondhand
Family-run since 1940 and an early pioneer of selling books online.
New & secondhand
Bookshop questions: Galway
- How many bookshops are listed in Galway?
The Atlas currently lists 5 active bookshops in Galway. This is the number in our directory, not a claim that every shop in the area has been recorded.
- Can I find secondhand bookshops in Galway?
2 listed shops are categorised as selling secondhand books. Stock changes frequently; ask a shop directly if you need a particular book.
- Are the opening hours and accessibility details checked?
The Atlas displays available source information. A listing without opening hours or access details is incomplete, not necessarily closed or inaccessible. Check each shop's website and confirm anything essential before travelling.
- Can I plan a bookshop walk in Galway?
Use the map and the crawl planner to choose stops close together. Displayed route distances are estimates, not turn-by-turn walking directions. Check crossings, hills, opening times and the actual walking route before setting off.
Plan a bookshop crawl- Can I add a shop or correct a listing?
Yes. Send the shop's name, location and a reliable website or other source. Suggestions and corrections are reviewed before changing the Atlas.
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Shop data © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence, with descriptions of featured shops by Creasy Spines. Opening hours change — check before a long journey. Suggest an edit