Elizabeth's Bookshop

Name: Elizabeth's Bookshop
Address: 257 King Street, Newtown, NSW, 2042, AU
Telephone: (02) 9550 5691
Price range: $
Rating: 4.4

A treasure trove of second-hand books in the heart of Newtown.

4.4(5 reviews)

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Elizabeth's Bookshop is a beloved independent bookstore in Newtown, Sydney, offering an extensive collection of second-hand books across all genres. Known for its cozy, well-ventilated atmosphere and shelves overflowing with literary finds, the shop invites visitors to explore piles of books at reasonable prices. The friendly, knowledgeable staff provides personalized assistance, and unique features like the 'Date with a Book' corner add to the charm. Open late for browsing, it's a must-visit destination for book lovers seeking hidden gems and a welcoming community vibe.

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257 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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257 King Street

Newtown, NSW, 2042

(02) 9550 5691 elizabethsbookshop.com.au/

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Services

Second-Hand Book Sales

A wide selection of affordable pre-owned books across all genres, neatly organized for easy browsing.

New Book Offerings

Curated new releases and popular titles to complement our extensive second-hand collection.

Date with a Book Corner

A special section where books are wrapped with brief descriptions, offering a surprise literary adventure.

Book Organization Services

Books sorted by genre and alphabetically, making it easy to find your next favorite read.

Friendly Customer Assistance

Knowledgeable and approachable staff providing personalized recommendations and face-to-face help.

Late-Night Shopping

Extended hours for evening visits, catering to night owls and busy schedules in the Newtown area.

4.40 · 5 reviews

Overall rating

Justin Everywhere

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· 9 months ago

The best book store in town for new & old books! There are piles and piles of books stuffing all book shelfs and covering all vertical surfaces! (Except for the ceilings. But I bet she has enough to cover them, it's just the gravity) Elizabeth's place is cosy and homey. Also well ventilated, which is a great plus for a book store full of old books. It's a fascinating place with quotes here and there that give you a nudge to read. Swing by and explore what Elizabeth has to offer. You may be surprised by all the good fun you can have here! 😁

Joy Ng

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· 1 year ago

Saw this cute second hand bookshop and went in. They have books sorted neatly based on genre and in alphabetical order. A good decent selection of books. Nice to spend some time here.

Yayang Juniarta

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· 2 years ago

I was delighted to stumble upon this bookshop, still open even after 5! When I entered the shop, I wasn’t mentally prepared because there were tons of books to choose from. Definitely, not a place to visit for a short time. The price is reasonable for second-hand books. I love the “Date with a Book” corner, definitely will buy one in my next visit. The staff is really friendly ❤️ One of the best place to visit during my stay in Sydney ❤️

David Holliday

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· 3 years ago

I was walking down Kings Street the other night and was delighted to see a book shop open. It was Elizabeth's. What a great time to be open. And nicely unconventional for Australia. More like Athens or Asia to have shops open at night. I walked in, and in just one section chose The Andy Warhol diaries, Silas Marner and an Irvine Welsh novel. I went back the following week with my camera. This is a huge but cosy second hand bookshop with an amazing stock. Like the other reviews say, you need lots of time. The books also are very fairly priced. The staff were smiley and friendly, and the customers earthy and interesting. None of this like, eyes fixed on a computer screen, while we type an essay, to see if the book you want is in print kind of thing here! Face to face customer assistance by staff who obviously read and enjoy books.

Helen Di Domenico

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· 3 years ago

You need to spend a good hour or two here if you visit! Such an amazing selection of books... one of the best I've seen in a long time. Great prices too and books are well organised into categories. I want to come back when I have more time available to really rummage.

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