Top Six Best Bookstores in Dubai
Dubai is a tourist destination and a business hub. Bookstores are among the big businesses existing in Dubai. If you want a copy of the latest award-winning novel, or you want to purchase books for kids then Dubai is a good destination. But then you need to know the best bookstores where you can always get the book you want. Here’s list of the best bookstores in Dubai.
Books Kinokuniya
This is a Japanese bookstore chain operated by Kinokuniya Company Ltd., founded in 1927, with its first store and headquarters located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. Books Kinokuniya has world class stores spread over countries like America, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Australia, Taiwan and in Dubai, UAE. The store in Dubai Mall is massive which stocks more than half a million books in English, Arabic, Japanese, French etc. and thousands of stationery items and magazines. The bookshop caters to readers of all ages and genres and also stocks a substantial collection of magazines, Manga, music and stationery. Kinokuniya at Dubai Mall is just the place to evoke emotions and add pleasure to your book shopping especially because of the pleasant ambiance, scenographic design and the impressive view of modern skyline among which is the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa. When you visit this bookstore you enjoy both book shopping and tourism with memorable experience.
Booktopia
Booktopia is located in Dubai Festival City Mall. It’s one of the leading independent bookshops in Dubai and has over 25 years of history as a reputable bookstore in the UAE. The store stocks both Arabic and English language books, across all age groups. Booktopia also has a second bookstore in Dubai Festival Plaza.
Magrudy’s
Magrudy’s store which opened in Dubai over 40 years ago has grown to became one of the most popular school suppliers in the city. It rapidly achieved success and now has four mega shops across the city. Although the shop now sells a vast number of books across different genres, the ethos of the bookstore is firmly rooted in education, with a large number of academic books for children of all ages. For adults, there is also a good range of non-fiction and fiction in both English and Arabic. This is a place to visit whenever you’re in Dubai not just to buy books but to enjoy the scenery which the building location offers.
Bookworm
Bookworm is an independent bookstore which has locations in both The Springs and Jumeirah neighbourhoods and caters for the youngest readers in the family. Bookworm offers diverse books in the range of fiction, non-fictional and educational literature for children of all ages. Alongside its extensive number of books, the store also stocks a variety of games and crafts all aimed at encouraging learning and creativity in young minds. You can also shop online with free delivery services offered by the company.
WHSmith
WHSmith is a popular British export which has several bookstores in Dubai, including outposts in The Dubai Mall, Wafi City, Downtown Dubai and City Walk. This store focuses on the latest best-selling English language book releases, along with a large selection of international English language magazines and newspapers, with a smaller selection of Arabic media available. The bookshop provides a warm and inviting premium environment and customers can rely on knowledgeable book experts who are available to help with recommendations and excellent customer service to customers.
Borders
Borders is one of the leading names in Dubai’s Bookstore landscape with more than ten bookshops in Dubai alone. Each store has a range of the latest new English language releases for all age groups, with a smaller number of Arabic titles. Borders has the widest selection of non-fiction and novels at competitive prices in addition to offering the latest games, toys and gifts in the outlets, which makes it a one-stop shop especially in the festive season. Available in these stores are stocks of local and international magazines, stationery and school supplies for the youngest shoppers. Online services are also available for customers that can’t show up physically in the bookstore.
