For those of us who still prefer the touch of the page to the click of a button, this store offers…read morean incredible variety of books for every reader of every age. I strongly recommend allowing more time than a casual walk through if you are only visiting the Boston area. Service is exceptional and pricing very reasonable. Go and enjoy!!

Such a unique book store with book shelves outside. They had a large variety of books so there is…read moredefinitely something for everyone. Check their Instagram to make sure that the books are outside because it's such a cool experience. I will be returning next time I'm in Boston.

We stumbled into Commonwealth Books while we were walking the Freedom Trail since it's located in…read morethe downtown, historic area. We couldn't resist, so we took a break in action to check it out. They have a huge inventory of used, antique books. You can spend days in here hunting for books. A tad on the pricey side, but decent customer service and a great find. Worth the break!

I could have stayed for the entire day, but as a tourist, it was worthwhile to visit for just an…read morehour. I was impressed with the selection, even including Native American books!

Super cute bookstore with one of those Inciardi Print vending machines on the top level…read more This is no barnes and Nobles, it is a skinny and maybe 4 store old brownstone with skinny stairs. But beautiful and curated inside. My quibble with the Inciardi print machine - is that I would rather the prints be Boston Specific - these are just more generic. The One in San Francisco's north Beach has all SF ones (not super touristy, but hidden local gems, like Golden Boy Pizza, and a row house)

You may think I'm crazy, but my favorite part about Boston was this bookstore. It absolutely took…read moremy breath away! It is the cutest place ever, from their squirrel mascot, to the fireplace on each floor, to the windows on each end of the rooms that lit the rooms with sunlight, it truly had such a relaxing vibe. I loved the decor and how they converted the house into 4 stories of epic cuteness galore! Each floor had different genres of books, with the top floor (5th) housing the staff only area. The 4th floor has the children's/young adult books and I love how there are so many fun elements there, from the train that goes around the top by the ceiling, to the small red door that I think it just there for decoration? Unless it leads to some magical other part of the building... lol The ground level has a cafe and offers typical cafe food like sandwiches, soups and salads, but I think their specialty is breakfast/brunch items as well as afternoon tea. We wanted to sit down and enjoy a warm drink after our book browsing and were lucky that we were able to get seated right away, as shortly after there were larger parties coming in for brunch. Fully wheelchair accessible with access through the cafe, there is an elevator that will take you to all levels. There is one restroom on the 4th floor that is also accessible.

This is one of my favorite bookstores in Boston and the Metrowest areas. They have a great…read moreselection of current books, Boston books and books set in Italy. They also have some books in Italian, and a nice selection of puzzles, journals, gifts, cards, souvenirs, etc. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and they offer shipping if you can't get into the store to buy something. I've taken advantage of their online ordering and been very satisfied. This is a stop for me every time that I'm in Boston!

We stumbled across this place while touring the North End of Boston. This was such a lovely find as…read moremy wife and I were able to find a few things for ourselves that were unique and fun for the kids. The staff were friendly and very helpful in locating things were asking about. I'd definitely love to visit here again in the future the next time I'm in Boston.

Great selection and service. I would go back. I bought 5 books. Thank you…read more I look forward to visiting again.

It's a small shop! You'll find new releases, classics , things that are popular at the moment, I…read morelove all the trinkets! . The staff was very friendly , !!

Cute place where you can buy Harry Potter merchandise. The selection isn't huge but tons of posters…read moreand things on the walls to view.

What a special store! When I found mention of The Fairy Store on Yelp, I knew I needed to venture a…read morebit farther down Newbury Street to check it out. I mean a store dedicated to Harry Potter -- come on?!? And what I found wasn't some corporate, merch-filled spot but something that seemed to have grown out of the love the owner has for all things HP. This small shop includes photos and facts about the cast, mixed in with a fun assortment of items. In particular, I liked the Letter from Hogwarts wallet and items related to each of the Hogwarts houses. (This girl is a proud Ravenclaw, in case you were wondering). I ended up buying my kids plastic pens that look like quills. The owner was talking enthusiastically to all who entered, and when I told him that it was my birthday, he said he had something extra special for me and gave me my own, gold laminated train ticket from London to Hogwarts. I was thoroughly charmed by The Fairy Shop, even without the use of spells. ;-) A must-visit for any Harry Potter fans.

More Than Words is a nonprofit bookstore that sells new and used books while supporting young…read morepeople ages 16-24 who are system-involved, including youth from foster care, court-involved backgrounds, housing insecurity, and more. The young people help run the store, learn job skills, and work toward personal and career goals--and it truly shows in the care and pride behind the space. The shop itself is small but mighty. I walked out with four excellent-condition used books (three of which had already been on my TBR list) and somehow also added two cookbooks because... no regrets. Everything was very affordable, and it felt good knowing my purchase was directly supporting youth in the local community. If you're near one of their locations (I believe there's another in the Boston area), I highly recommend stopping in or checking out their online storefront. Great books, great prices, and an even greater mission--absolutely worth supporting.

Great place to shop and support your community. I live that there are brand new housewares at…read morefraction the cost of retail. One can feel good in shopping and supporting a worthwhile cause.

A great local bookstore located in the Seaport area. The store is literally across from the…read morewaterfront. The store has a cafe, a stage, and an upstairs workshop area. Rolling bookshelves around the the stage allow easy transformation to seating area for performance on stage. Youngest daughter purchased a book that she liked. The sale lady was very friendly.

I love Porter Square Books! I've been to the one in Seaport, and it's always lovely. I love the…read moreselection of books, and the way everything is organized and laid out. In the back is an area with couches and this winter day they had a fire on the tv, so it had such cozy vibes. There's a cafe with coffees, teas, and other snacks in the entrance. It has everything you need for a cozy bookshoppong experience! I've been here multiple times, and the staff is always very friendly and helpful, and the books priced fairly. I'll be back again soon!

Excellent source for liberal religious books from meditation manuals to social justice themes to…read morestudies on congregational topics to gifts. And ordering on their website is super easy too.

From the owner: The word inspirit is rich in meaning. It can mean to fill with spirit, to encourage, to exhilarate,…read moreor to bestow with strength or purpose. We offer books to support people of all faiths and seekers alike to engage with spiritual questions. Unitarian Universalists have been on the forefront of social justice movements such as marriage equality, immigration rights, and the Movement for Black Lives. We carry books that provide inspiration, grounding, and practical help on a variety of justice issues. We are especially proud of our selection of books for children and youth. We also offer beautiful fair trade and locally sourced items that make perfect gifts, as well as cards and gift bags.

When you think of a bookshop in Boston, or Vermont, or any Fall esthetic looking neighborhood…read moreParkside Bookshop should be on your list to stop into. This was the final stop we were making before heading to the airport. My wife was looking for a specific book and calling around, thankfully Parkside had what we were looking for. As soon as we got dropped off you automatically feel the change in mood. Parkside being located in a more residential area definitely helps with the calmness surrounding it but the colors of the trees and stillness of pedestrian traffic make this a definite stop the next time we are in Boston.

Super cute and super friendly. A cute boutique book store. I highly recommend this cute shop.read more