Best Bookstores in Austin
Indie shops, a comics institution, and a Japan-based import retailer — ranked by real Google rating.
Last updated August 8, 2026
1. Birdhouse Books
Birdhouse Books is a bookstore.
5.0 stars, 91 reviews.
2. Finney's Books
Finney's Books is a bookstore in Mueller.
5.0 stars, 33 reviews.
3. Reverie Books
Reverie Books is a bookstore.
4.9 stars, 190 reviews.
4. Livra Books
Livra Books is a bookstore in Hyde Park.
4.9 stars, 85 reviews.
5. Sunday Bookshop
Sunday Bookshop is a bookstore.
4.9 stars, 49 reviews.
6. Kinokuniya Bookstore – Austin
Japan-based global retailer offering a wide assortment of titles in Japanese & local languages.
4.8 stars, 2,042 reviews — the most-reviewed bookstore on this list.
7. Alienated Majesty Books
Alienated Majesty Books is a bookstore.
4.8 stars, 149 reviews.
8. Austin Books & Comics
Longtime shop featuring an array of comic books, plus graphic novels & pop culture paraphernalia.
4.7 stars, 1,764 reviews.
9. First Light Book Shop
First Light Book Shop is a bookstore in Hyde Park.
4.7 stars, 529 reviews.
10. Vintage Bookstore and Wine Bar
Vintage Bookstore and Wine Bar is a moderately-priced wine bar in East Austin.
4.7 stars, 443 reviews. $$. Exactly what it sounds like.
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