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Bookshops in Milan

The Atlas lists 100 independent bookshops in Milan, 7 of them selling secondhand books — including 3 antiquarian booksellers. One has a café recorded in the listing; confirm its hours before visiting. The densest cluster offers 6 possible stops over an estimated 4.2 km; actual walking routes may be longer.

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Independent bookshop · Via Savona 17/5, 20144 Milano

The bookshop of the art and design publisher Corraini.

Independent bookshop · Corso di Porta Ticinese 40, 20123 Milan

A 'library-laboratory' founded by publishing professionals, with a bar and readings.

Independent bookshop · Via Manfredo Camperio 16, 20123 Milan

English-language

Independent bookshop · Via Pietro Crespi 11, 20127 Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Antonio Kramer 20, 20129 Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Alessandro Manzoni 31, 20121 Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Alessandro Tadino 30, 20124 Milan

Step-free access

Independent bookshop · Via Laghetto 9/11, 20122 Milan

Step-free access

Independent bookshop · Via Lanzone 24, 20123 Milan

Independent bookshop · Corso Ventidue Marzo 23, 20129 Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Ulrico Hoepli 5, 20121 Milan

Independent bookshop · Corso Cristoforo Colombo 4, 20144 Milan

Comics

Independent bookshop · Largo Aldo De Benedetti 4, Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Luca Signorelli 1, 20154 Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Carmagnola 4, 20159 Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Terraggio 21, 20123 Milan

Independent bookshop · Via Gian Rinaldo Carli 39, 20161 Milan · since 2021

Independent bookshop · Galleria Vittorio Emanuele Secondo 2n06, 20121 Milan

Bookshop questions: Milan

How many bookshops are listed in Milan?

The Atlas currently lists 100 active bookshops in Milan. 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 Milan?

7 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 Milan?

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.

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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