This place is amazing, a book lover's dream! I could probably live here lol. The books are amazingly priced. You will not find better preowned prices on Amazon or other major book resellers, except Goodwill maybe. There are many structures (such as a metal vault) and beautiful designs made from uniquely binded books to relax around and explore. With two floors to adventure in, a cafe area, and even an few artists vendor areas, this is a good location for tourists and locals to get lost in!! read more

I loved the vibe here. I felt like I'd stepped back in time. You can spend hours here and not get bored. Upstairs was loads of fun. I enjoyed the horror/true crime section inside the vault. The book tunnel was also very cool. I appreciated they had lots of older book in the children's section downstairs, not just the newer stuff. It reminded me of my childhood. There is also a coffee shop and an art gallery upstairs. Vinyl music downstairs. read more

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from my experience, the last bookstore is one of those places that, if you've seen it on instagram, you already know the one. it's definitely more of a destination than a practical bookstore you'd go to shop at. my instagram feed has seen a few cameos from friends and strangers who've visited, and after seeing it pop up a few times, a friend and i decided to stop by a little while back. that said, i wouldn't really recommend it if you're going in search of a specific book. it's less "grab a book and go" and more "wander and hope something finds you." everything feels pretty scattered, so if you are looking for something in particular, be ready to spend a good amount of time browsing. it does get unbelievably hot inside, especially when the weekend crowds pick up for photos in the iconic book tunnels, shelves, and art installations upstairs. it's definitely a unique shop, but it really leans more "experience" than "practical bookstore." it feels a bit like a bookstore where the real plot is the decor, and the books are almost supporting characters in their own store. i did find it funny how they call out shoplifters with signs outside the entrance though. i've been once, took my photos (bc duh), checked it off the list, and happily moved on. read more

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This place is all about the vibes and the ambience! If you like old books, vintage records, things of that nature then it's an added bonus! There's also art stores/vendor shops inside the bookstore run by local artists. Is a wide variety and selection of books to choose from. I cannot speak to the value because I did not purchase a book this time. However, my daughter did buy some collectible items that she was really excited about. We came a little bit later so we were able to park on the street right in front of the bookstore. I'm not sure what parking would've been like had we done earlier on street parking was not available. This is definitely a stop for anybody who's into unique places with vintage vibes! read more

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Walking into The Last Bookstore feels less like entering a shop and more like stepping into a different world. Housed inside a former bank, the space already carries this grand, historic energy that sets the tone before you even start browsing. What makes this place unforgettable is how it's designed to be explored, not rushed. There are cozy spots scattered throughout where you can sit and get lost in a book, but the real magic is upstairs. It opens into a maze of rooms, each with its own personality, filled with carefully arranged books that feel more like art than inventory. At times, it genuinely feels like you've wandered into a dream. One of the highlights is the famous tunnel of books, which adds to that surreal, almost cinematic experience. Everywhere you turn, books are used as decor in the most creative ways, and it creates this quiet moment where everything else fades out. Upstairs also holds one of my favorite parts, a row of art studios featuring work from local artists. Every piece feels intentional, unique, and thoughtfully placed. Right nearby, there's a small coffee shop surrounded by beautiful artwork, making it an easy place to pause and take it all in. This isn't a quick stop kind of place. Plan to spend a few hours here, wandering, discovering, and just enjoying the atmosphere. It's one of the most iconic bookstores I've ever been to, and it absolutely lives up to the reputation. read more

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Bookstores are a rarity and this certainly is the last, great bookstore! Come in and get lost for hours in here! A book lovers dream! Burgess Meredith's character in Time Enough at Last would have been in Nirvana here. Plenty of comfy chairs and nooks to slip into and spend some quality time. While the rest of the city devolves into a dystopian mess, you are tucked away safely amongst the books. You'll never want to leave. read more

If you like books this is the place for you. It is awesome to walk through and look at all the books. There were so many amazing old books to look at. The book tunnel was an impressive construction read more

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If you're looking for a trendy bookstore but also looking for a place to chill and hangout at, check out the Last Bookstore. Their book collection is easily over 200,000. It is quite literally a bookworms dream. Books range from fantasy to thriller to romance. It was honestly pretty crowded when I visited and also difficult to find parking. But once you find parking, it is worth to take pictures and just look at books and records! read more

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This is a book readers' crazy dream come to life. It's not so much all the books that really make this place shine but the overall layout and the wonderful experience. It's almost like a museum in a way, a museum of books, and these books create amazing art and beautiful scenery. The more you walk, the more crazy art you find, including a tunnel full of books that also makes for a great photo op. On top of that, since this was once a bank, they kept the bank vault and filled it with books, adding to the experience and that eerie feeling that these vaults once held so much money. The little kids section is a bit underwhelming, I must admit. Not a lot to see or do, but cute, but it feels like the stuff there, including the stuffed animals, belongs at a thrift store. You get that little feeling that you're playing at a thrift store, not a bookstore. Also the bathrooms are a huge letdown; they need better maintenance. Other than that, the experience is a great one, and I highly recommend it for all huge book lovers! read more

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The Last Bookstore is an iconic independent bookstore in downtown Los Angeles. It is known for its vast collection of new and used books, records, and unique art installations like the book tunnel and book arch. Similarly, they have huge record collection, a merch section and a coffeelove shop. Many locals and tourist visit this store for photos without the intention of buying. lol. Guilty as charge! Anyway, I enjoyed the self-guided tour and the vast book collection. Overall, I enjoyed my visit. I recommend you visit this bookstore. read more

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This place is neat. I love to read and write and thought I really need to get myself to check out this bookstore at least once. I took a whole tour of the place and you can spend a great deal of time here- browsing through ALL genres, going to the comic book sections, scavenging through $1 books laying around in their bins, exploring the art galleries, buying artwork etc. The arched book bridge is fun and a playful photo-op. Personally, I couldn't get myself to read a book comfortably here. The vibe of the place is rustic, odd, and hipster. There are seats but they were all taken by people that look like they've been sitting there with their book for hours and don't plan on leaving anytime soon. There are random, uncomfortable wooden seats spread out upstairs but I would find them in tiny, pitiful corners where there are dead-ends and pretty much looked like a time-out corner! I did like exploring here and this is considered a place to show the out of towners around as an activity. It's old fashioned but missing charm. It just didn't have a warm feel where you can kick back, relax, and read a book for me. It felt more like low-maintenance and melancholy. Outside the bookstore, there's homeless, the streets are trashed up, smelly, and aggressive drivers. read more

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This was my second visit to The Last Bookstore in downtown LA (DTLA) in the last decade. It was definitely worth a second visit. It's a historic landmark in LA and always fun to walk through the labyrinth of books and book shelves lining the path upstairs. That is a must! Located upstairs is also the location of a very instagrammable spot. This bookstore is good for dates and showing out-of-towners around the history of LA. There is a small vinyl record section downstairs and some limited seating. Upstairs, there is a coffee shop with more seating and an art store. Overall, a fun place to add to your DTLA itinerary! read more

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Besides the fact that the photos are cute on Instagram, what a fun place to check out if you have the time. Just minutes away from Phillipe's, we stopped in here to check out this amazing book store. The place is not only full of old and new books, there is some interesting artwork and even a few gift and curio boutiques on the second floor. Photo ops in the book tunnel, a few interesting themed rooms. I did score a few good cookbooks and coffee table books. Will visit again when I have some more time to peruse. Fo ranyone visiting LA in the area, be sure to check it out. Street parking. Expect to walk a little. read more

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Stumbled into this place by accident. Drove by it couple time but didn't know what it is so when I was happened to be in the area again, I stopped by. It's literally surprising and overwhelming by it. It's old building in DTLA and I would say not in a nice neighborhood since a lot of homeless are surrounding the areas and not quite clean from the outside. But once you stepped inside, it just changed perspectively and makes you forget everything outside and take you back to the good old days of 70s-90s where bookstore is a place to go. This place is just something, from the big open spaces of the main hall to side rooms, upstairs and the vaults, to all the different sections of it, the shops, the plants, the music records area. Just simply magical. Yes there are chairs, couches for you to siting and enjoys the books and places to discovered within the store. The staff here might look rough (not all of them) but they are down to earth and very friendly. Got an old William Shakespeare's book with a good price tag. They do have old, vintage, and current books so plenty to be discovered. The smells of the old books mixed in of the new ones just something that I really love. Or just run my fingers through rows of books and feel the textures of it is just something. If you're in the area or want to get lost, this is the place. Check it out if you can or dare. read more

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I am a native of California and visited the "Last Book Store" Downtown Los Angeles for the first time on 05/17/26. I remember the building that houses the bookstore being a bank many, many years ago. The Last Bookstore is an iconic, huge independently owned bookstore in downtown Los Angeles, famous for its tremendous collection of new and used books, records, and unique art installations like the "book tunnel" and "book arch". Located in a former bank, it's a wonderful maze-like environment full of shelves, hidden spaces, and galleries, making it a popular destination for book lovers, tourists and photographers. It's known for its creative atmosphere, including a coffee shop, and for buying, selling, and trading books and records daily. It was a wonderful experience great for locals, families & tourist. I recommend this bookstore. It is wonderful! The book store is on the corner of 5th & Spring. There is bike parking, parking meters and parking structures near by. read more

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This place is solid! I have been wanting to come here for years. I am an avid reader so I am always looking for inexpensive books. I'm not sure how they do pricing, but some used paperbacks were expensive and sone new hardcovers were super cheap. Who knows?!? Doesn't matter, the place is sweet. Shop here for books. read more

This place is truly a bookworms heaven. I could get lost here for ages in the best way possible!! There's genuinely so many books to choose from, whether theres one title in particular you're looking for or a boxset this place has you covered. One of my favorite features of this bookstore is that they have a bunch of spaces upstairs that can be rented out by different artists that don't have have a traditional brick and mortar to sell their arts, crafts and products. They also have a coffee shop upstairs too. The menu is fairly simple but I think with everything this store already has to offer (goods/ware from local artists, many creavtive photo ops, and variety of seating options) this fits the vibes. The checkout was quick and I loved all the tinkers leading up to the register. Im also very happy with how reasonably priced the books are. I can't wait til the next I'm able to stop by read more

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The best bookstore in LA. I almost skipped this place because I was running out of time, but luckily I decided to go and it became one of my ultimate favorite places in LA. Trust me you have to visit this place, it's very unique and museum-like read more

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Finally a successful attempt to visit the Last Bookstore! I say this cause my boyfriend has tried taking me here before but we struggled with parking and moved onto other things. On this latest visit we look public transportation for the day. From the Union Station you can take the B or D line to Pershing Square and it's a quick walk over. Great spot to visit in LA if you appreciate books or art. It's like book store meets museum. I was in awe at how big this bookstore is. They have a fantastic selection of books of all kinds and unique collectors items as well. There is cute decor upstairs, a cafe, and a little gift shop. A lot of photo friendly spots. My only feedback is that the books could be better organized as I had difficulty finding some items due to their lack of organization. Overall a fun spot to visit for all of my fellow book lovers. I'm old school. I like to hold my books, turn the page, and read without a digital screen. I really appreciate the Last Bookstore and hope that others continue to support them to keep this LA gem in business. read more

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Such a classic library and so many interesting spots in here. Thousands of books, cozy corners and note the extra special Horror secrion room upstairs with the creepy atmosphere! Very instagram worthy but hopefully isnt the main reason youre here read more

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My daughter loves books so we had to visit The Last Bookstore for her 18th birthday. Shout-out to "J" or "Jay" for hooking us up and answering our questions. You made my daughter's birthday a wonderful one. Thank you. This bookstore has so many books and we had a good time looking around. I bought a book and my daughter saw some books she liked as well. There were a lot of quirky decorations to add charm to the place. There's a mix of books, vinyls, lava lamps and more. There's seating throughout and an upstairs and downstairs. There's employees available throughout the store to answer questions. It was a little difficult to find the science section but when we did, there wasn't a large section on Astronomy or Astrophysics but it's cool. There was still a good amount of books throughout in various topics. There was also a naughty area (we didn't go in there) but it's there. Not sure what's in there but I'm glad they have it sectioned off and not just a regular part of the bookstore. Overall, we had a good time walking around looking for books. It was pretty busy and a lot of people seem to have the same idea as us. I was glad to get some pictures under the canopy of books and behind the circle of books. Great place for pictures. read more

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The moment I walked in, it smelled like books in the best way possible (book lovers will know exactly what I mean) ! It's such a unique and fun bookstore, with every genre you could think of. The coffee shop inside is amazing and makes it the perfect place to relax. I could have spent the entire day there, enjoying a cup of coffee, reading, and being surrounded by other book lovers and good company. read more

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I've only been twice and both times were an experience. The further you go the more you'll find. I feel like every book in the world past and present must be in there or will be there. The displays, shelves and over all build of this place is so unique. I can't say much about the service other than there was one guy at the front, and one guy as the cashier. The front of the store has a rare boom section and wow those prices were rare. I've never seen a $1200 rare book but they have it! This place has plenty of photo ops for the influencer too. The popular circle book cut out is on the 2nd floor past the book tunnel. Don't forget to look the creepy girl picture in the eye before you enter the tunnel. The room right before the tunnel I couldn't bring myself to go in. There's an art studio and niche art spaces in the bookstore too. Coffee shop is upstairs. It's a whole lot to see. I can't imagine what this place feels like at 3am. This is a must see and experience. read more

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My wife told me we should go to the "Last bookstore" after seeing something about it on Facebook! What a wonderful bookstore (of mostly gently used books), vintage records/vinyl store and space for art installations by books. It also has a coffee shop, next to an art gallery as well as shops offering many unique and hand crafted items. I don't remember the last time I "hung out" at any bookstore for more than 30mins. "The Last bookstore" offers many visual opportunities to keep your eyes open...and eventually find a book or two to look over the dust cover and buy. 10times larger and more creative in terms of their displays than any used bookstore that I've recently visited...it's a book lovers paradise as my wife kept saying and I couldn't agree more. A must visit for books lovers everywhere! read more

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Great unique DTLA staple. A must visit. Very reasonably priced. Has a little bit of everything. Old cds and vhs, records, books, coffee, and a couple of shops. Fun artistic layout too. read more

The Last Bookstore is a must stop at least once. It is such a vibe and completely iconic! Not only are there two levels of books to see, there are also records and some for only $2, dvds, art, and so much more! I love the gallery and the artist shops. I also enjoy the room of unique books too. This store has such a unique and creative feel. It's very niche and I highly recommend everyone check it out. The only negative is that it gets a little hot in summer, but they do have nice fans and you can also grab a water or iced coffee in the shop upstairs! read more

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Definitely a Downtown LA icon! This used bookstore is sooooooo cool. Very fun and funky vibe. So many rooms and pathways, it's like a maze with oodles of books from so many genres. My husband and I scored on 8 books between the two of us, for a total of $80. That is soooo reasonable! We also enjoyed cooling off with some drinks from the coffee shop on the 2nd level. The fact that you have to brave the streets of DTLA adds to the experience. We will def be back, and I highly recommend this place to fellow booklovers! read more

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The Last Bookstore might soon actually really become the last remaining bookstore. Nowadays it's hard to find independent book stores anymore. This is a pretty big place, and if you love books, you'll find yourself wondering here for many hours. This place is whimsical, and it's like falling down the rabbit hole in Alice in Wonderland! Definitely a place to visit if you're in DTLA! read more

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The Last Bookstore is California's largest new and used book and record store, and one of the largest independent bookstores left anywhere in the US. They are located in Downtown LA selling lots of stuff, but they finally settled on books and records. If you want it they have it. It has over 500,000 books and records, collectibles, and a wonderful art galleries. The service is super nice and they know the store and what it has and will help you find it. This is one of the best book and record stores around. If you like to read this is the place for you. Their prices are fair. They also have magazines and great posters. This is a must stop if you are into book and record stores. It is located in a building that has no parking Ii can find, but there are meters nearby and lots for a fee and there are other stores in the building. You will love this place. read more

The Last Bookstore is such a cool place to visit, it's more than just a bookstore. They have a great mix of new and used books, plus rare finds and tons of different genres. I spend 2 hours browsing the shelves, I took photos at the book tunnel upstairs. There's also a vinyl section and local art displays. The staff is super friendly and the books have good value. It can get busy on weekends, but it's worth it. read more

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Checked out The Last Bookstore today. This is a "you have to see it to believe it" kind of experience. There are literally books everywhere. There is a book tunnel and a book labyrinth. Lots of collectibles and rare finds. Not the kind of place you go in for a quick pick up of the hottest book, but a place to wander for at least an hour. The prices seemed reasonable. The line was quite long, but everyone was helpful and friendly. read more

Kind of a weird selection here. For example, I wanted to pick up some Shirley Jackson books, and their horror section had less than 50 books in it, and often shelves would have ten or more copies of the same book. Overall, it's a fun place to poke around it, but you certainly can't expect to find the exact book you are looking for even if it's a well known title from a well known author. I liked the coffee shop and art gallery that were inside the store. That was nice. read more

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Parking is around the corner for about $14 so you will get a nice walk but it's worth the search for parking to stop at The Last Bookstore. Inside there are many worthy picture taking places, staff is kind and helpful as we were looking for a book. They have a hugeeee selection of genres of books, a kids section, youth and much much more. They have a coffee shop inside and a few seating options. They also sell merch at a fair price but when we arrived there was hardly any which I understand we arrived around 1pm. It's free to go in and a lot of book options to offer. They have stairs but also the second floor is elevator accessible read more

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The Last Bookstore was on my bucket list for things to see in DTLA. Fortunately, I came on a Sunday where outside there doors was a Farmers Market taking place. Although I didn't get anything from the farmers market, I thought that it was neat that there was one conveniently located next to the bookstore. Now the bookstore is a real bookstore but it is also a tourist attraction. Keep that in mind! It is an old dusty building that is in need of some sprucing up but there is some charm there. I was there just to tour the place. I thought to get a coffee but I wasn't feeling the vibe. This bookstore also houses a art gallery for local artists and the artwork is amazing. Now just like a traditional bookstore, this bookstore has a variety of genres that might interest you. I even saw some rare books under lock and key. I don't know about the value and I can't speak on the service because I didn't buy anything. I will say it's definitely worth checking out if you are in the DTLA area. read more

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Very cool vibes inside. Love the rooms upstairs and art. They have a nice selection but not all their stacks upstairs were full when we went because they are planning to open up another location and moved some books there. read more

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A wonderful selection of books, trinkets, and art. Prices are fair market with many staff members available to assist. Gorgeous building and whimsical details. read more

It was cute. I can see why this place is Instagram worthy. The prices of the books are super affordable. But the most exciting thing is around every corner there is some interesting art work to look at. read more

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The Last Bookstore - Downtown LA's Iconic Independent Bookstore If you're a book lover visiting Downtown Los Angeles, The Last Bookstore is an absolute must-see. This iconic independent bookstore is one of the largest used and new bookshops in California, offering a unique shopping experience that you won't find anywhere else in LA. From floor-to-ceiling shelves packed with used books, rare finds, vinyl records, and graphic novels, to the artistic book tunnel and creative displays, it's a paradise for readers and creatives alike. Whether you're hunting for classic literature, the latest bestsellers, or quirky art books, The Last Bookstore has it all. And great prices. Huge selection of used and new books Instagram-worthy art installations Conveniently located in Downtown LA's Historic Core Regular events like book signings and live music The vibe here is cozy and eclectic, making it a perfect spot to spend a few hours browsing or finding the perfect gift. Plus, the staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. If you want to experience a true LA cultural gem with a blend of literature, art, and community, The Last Bookstore is your go-to spot in Downtown Los Angeles. Great for tourists & locals Perfect for gifts & bookworms Unique LA experience Affordable used books & collectibles read more

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We love coming here. There's just so much selection and it feels really cozy. The prices are also good. All the staff are knowledgeable and so k We brought our toddler for the first time recently and she loved it. There's a little section for the kids to color and do activities. I would recommend coming here via train as it's near the Pershing Square stop. It's a little hard to figure out parking in downtown LA. You'll most likely need to park at those public lots or metered street parking. read more

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I've lived in DTLA for 10+ years and for years this was one of my absolute favorite places in the neighborhood. In the last couple years the selection has absolutely dwindled. This past weekend I popped in to see if they had a copy of Tess of the d'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy. I was surprised to find the shelves completely barren with not a single Thomas Hardy novel stocked. Maybe they're sending everything to their outpost in the Valley or something. It's a beautiful space but these days they seem to be catering more and more to the people who are just there to snap a few pics for their Instagram and buy coffee upstairs. What a shame! read more