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Pakistan

Bookshops in Karachi

The Atlas lists 229 independent bookshops in Karachi, 4 of them selling secondhand books. The densest cluster offers 6 possible stops over an estimated 1.9 km; actual walking routes may be longer.

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G. Abbas Scientific Store

Independent bookshop · V258+JX Shop # 26 Urdu Bazar, near Radio Pakistan, Rambagh Quarter Gari Khata,, Karachi

Global Book Shop And Photocopy

Independent bookshop · number Street Number 14, Sector 5-J Sector 5 Gulshan e Habib, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan, Karachi

Hasnain Book Shop

Independent bookshop · Insaf Rd, Sector 5 Gulshan e Habib, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan, Karachi

Hussain Books & Stationery

Independent bookshop · Meeruth Kabab, Shop no #1,Al syed Tower,Block 13D1opposite, Block 13D Block 13 D Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi,, Karachi

Huzaifa books

Independent bookshop · V258+XQ Muhammad Ali Jinnah Rd, Rambagh Quarter Gari Khata,, Karachi

Ilmi Kitab Ghar

Independent bookshop · V258+HH 28, Wazir Building, New Urdu Bazar, near Sabir Nihari, off Muhammad Ali Jinnah Road,, Karachi

Iqra Book Centre

Independent bookshop · Sector 4 - E Sector 4 Baldia, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh 74200, Pakistan, Karachi

Kafeel book centre

Independent bookshop · V258+CW Shop No 41, Nosheen Centre, New Urdu Bazar, Saddar Town,, Karachi

Kitabmehal Books Store

Independent bookshop · V258+CX Govt. Women college, Shop NO. 9, Hashmi Trust Building, New Urdu Bazar, Behind Gari Khata,, Karachi

Maktaba Ali Muaviya

Independent bookshop · 8, 18 24 Market Rd, Sector 5-J Sector 5 Gulshan e Habib, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan, Karachi

Maktaba Rashidia

Independent bookshop · V249+G6 9 Gawali Lane, Street 3, Ratan Talao, Karachi,, Karachi

Mark book bank and services

Independent bookshop · Block 5 Block 5 E Block 5 Nazimabad, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh 74600, Pakistan, Karachi

Maryam Academy

Independent bookshop · V258+MP7 Urdu Bazar, Muhammad Ali Jinnah Rd, Gari Khata,, Karachi

Mazhabi kutub khana

Independent bookshop · V268+3W Urdu bazar, Muhammad Ali Jinnah Rd, near sabri nihari,, Karachi

Mumtaz Book Depot

Independent bookshop · Street Number 1, , Block 1 Shah Faisal Colony 1 Shah Faisal Colony,, Karachi

Novelty Book Centre

Independent bookshop · V258+FW Nousheen Centre, Shop Number 50,Urdu Bazar,, Karachi

Paramount Book

Independent bookshop · V258+MQQ, New Urdu Bazar, Rambagh Quarter Gari Khata,, Karachi

Bookshop questions: Karachi

How many bookshops are listed in Karachi?

The Atlas currently lists 229 active bookshops in Karachi. 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 Karachi?

4 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 Karachi?

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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