Discover 4 captivating bookstores in Saigon where time stands still amidst the pages.

Designed as beautifully as a coffee shop, offering a plethora of new, fascinating, and unique books, always with discount programs, these bookstores are a familiar destination for many in Saigon.

Explore 4 charming bookstores in Saigon, perfect for losing yourself in all day long.

1. The Goldfish Bookstore

From its early days, The Goldfish has captured the hearts of Saigonese. Breaking away from the traditional bookstore design, The Goldfish stands out with its multi-level flexible layout, brightly lit glass walls, innovative spatial design, and especially vibrant children's book sections.

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Established at the end of 2015 along Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Branch 2 leaves a distinctive mark on Saigon's reading culture. The bookstore boasts a bright glass facade, sparkling golden lights at night, and a fourth-floor café overlooking the bustling street, offering a beautiful view. With its spacious, open, and welcoming space, it's ready to accommodate guests for an entire day.

Currently, this bookstore has two branches on Vo Van Tan and Nguyen Thi Minh Khai streets in District 3. Almost all books at Ca Chep Bookstore are discounted by at least 10%, with a dedicated area offering discounts of 30% or more, mainly featuring historical books.

2. Kim Dong Bookstore

Located on Cong Quynh Street, District 1, under the Kim Dong Publishing House, this is one of the most beautifully designed bookstores in Saigon and a must-visit for tourists. Although Kim Dong Bookstore only opened in mid-2016, its fame spread rapidly due to the check-in photos posted by visitors.

Kim Dong Bookstore's design is modern and captivating. Creative division of spaces with artistic frames and shelves, reading areas by the glass doors overlooking the street adorned with dreamy trees, and wall paintings depicting vivid manga scenes, reviving childhood memories of comic book enthusiasts of all ages.

With the freedom to read and take photos, Kim Dong Bookstore provides guests with absolute comfort, resembling a library but surpassing any library in the country in terms of beauty. It ignites reading inspiration, photography passion, and creativity.

Kim Đồng Publishing House is renowned for its hundreds of comic series. So, if you're a comic enthusiast, this is the perfect spot for you.

3. Nhã Nam Literary Café

Located on Hồ Văn Huê Street in Phú Nhuận District, Nhã Nam Literary Café, despite having multiple branches, seems to have the most serene and cozy reading corners, making it a favorite among visitors.

While not as spectacular in terms of space as the two bookstores mentioned earlier, Nhã Nam Literary Café exudes a sense of tranquility and unique serenity. Those who come here are true book lovers, seeking a quiet space to immerse themselves in a good book, color, or simply savor a genuine reading experience.

As a book café rather than a traditional bookstore, Nhã Nam Literary Café showcases books on shelves like in a large home where the host is a bona fide bookworm. In the central area, the café changes its featured book themes monthly, such as horror novels for Halloween in October or romance novels in April.

Ordering a small Vietnamese drip coffee, whether you're young or old, if you love reading, you'll surely adore Nhã Nam Literary Café, despite its simple yet not overly glamorous ambiance. It's simply because of the peace and freedom to enjoy reading that Nhã Nam offers to every guest who visits.

4. Artistic Haven in Saigon

Located on Dong Khoi Street in District 1, the heart of the city, Saigon Artbook isn't just a bookstore. In fact, it's a sanctuary for artistic souls, those who not only love books but specifically adore photo books, art books, authentic artworks whether they're from Vietnam or abroad.

Frequently hosting exhibitions by young local and international artists, workshops, Saigon Artbook is a favored spot for many tourists and a communal home for like-minded art enthusiasts. Quietly existing amidst the opulence and bustle of Saigon, it caters to a unique group of young individuals with distinct artistic inclinations.

If you're seeking the sensation of being 'lost in another realm,' or searching for something truly unique as a gift, for decoration, or to ignite inspiration, Saigon Artbook awaits your visit.

As reported by Afamily

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