5 Amazing Bookstores You Must Visit In Klang Valley
Reading is one of the world’s favourite and most common hobbies. It’s a great way to keep yourself entertained while passing time and also very educational. The book reading culture in Malaysia is strong hence why we have a good number of bookstores for you to frequent and get some reading in or even buy a book or two!
Now if you’re looking to explore some bookstores around Klang Valley, here are 5 amazing ones you need to check out!
Book Xcess at Sunsuria Forum
Book Xcess at Sunsuria Forum has become a landmark in Setia Alam due to its remarkable design. It has Malaysia’s first book tunnel concept with a tall towering circular bookshelf that’s just gorgeous and is a very popular spot for photos. They also have some interesting choices of books for you to purchase. The little ones can also enjoy its mini-maze that’s made up of bookshelves.
Pros of Book Xcess at Sunsuria Forum
- Has a very unique interior design.
- Their prices are reasonable.
- There are many great photo spots.
- Has a mini-maze for the kids to enjoy.
- It has a nice ambiance for you to browse.
Cons of Book Xcess at Sunsuria Forum
- People have said that they have a limited selection of books.
Store information
| Location | Sunsuria Forum, Setia Alam |
|---|---|
| Operational hours | 10am – 10pm (Monday – Sunday) |
| Availability to shop online | Yes |
Learn more here: Website | Facebook
Lit Books
Run by a husband and wife, this bookstore is for those of you who enjoy a little peace and quiet while you shop for some good reads or maybe sit and read a few pages. They are known for their tastefully curated english literature books, hence the name Lit Books. This place is super cosy and filled with daylight that just looks amazing when it hits the wooden interior. Definitely a place you should check out.
Pros of Lit Books
- Has a very unique interior design.
- Has a good choice of specially curated english books.
- They have some limited editions and collectors editions for sale.
- It’s very quaint.
- Accessible by public transport.
Cons of Lit Books
- They only open 6 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Store information
| Location | Tropicana Avenue, PJ |
|---|---|
| Operational hours | 1pm – 7pm (Wednesday – Sunday) *Closed on Monday & Tuesday |
| Availability to shop online | Yes |
Learn more here: Website | Facebook
Tintabudi
Tintabudi is probably the most unique yet down to earth bookstore you can find in KL. It’s located on the top floor of a street that oozes out a vibe of creativity and art and it’s pretty hard to spot right away which gives it a kind of speakeasy feel. Upstairs, you’ll be greeted by the team who manages the bookstore and they’re always happy to recommend some solid books to you.
Pros of Tintabudi
- Is a very raw and artsy bookstore.
- Has great choices of history, philosophy, literature and art books.
- It’s located in a quiet part of KL with ample parking.
- They also sell secondhand books.
- Engagement and customer service at the store is great.
Cons of Tintabudi
- It can be a little crowded and busy due to its small size.
Store information
| Location | Kampung Attap, KL |
|---|---|
| Operational hours | 11am – 7pm (Tuesday – Sunday) *Closed on Mondays |
| Availability to shop online | Yes |
Learn more here: Website | Facebook
Cite Book Garden
Cite Book Garden is a full on mandarin bookstore that sells books from publishers in Taiwan, Hong Kong and mainland China. You can even find some cool magazines that are hard to come by here at Cite Book Garden. They also have a small cafe for you to grab some coffee to accompany you while you browse for books.
Pros of Cite Book Garden
- Has loads of mandarin book selections.
- Members can get 20% off for purchases.
- They have a small cafe.
- They also have popular Chinese magazines.
- You can request and pre-order books that are hard to come by.
Cons of Cite Book Garden
- There aren’t any non-mandarin books.
Store information
| Location | Sri Petaling |
|---|---|
| Operational hours | 11am – 7pm (Monday – Sunday) |
| Availability to shop online | Yes |
Learn more here: Website | Facebook
Book Xcess at RexKL
Located on the top floor of the iconic RexKL is one of the newest Book Xcess stores. Like all other Book Xcess stores, this one has a cool design that’s very rustic and industrial yet modern at the same time. There’s a certain vibe to it that has lots to do with the architecture of the building, especially the large stairs that lead to the bookshop. It’s definitely an experience you can’t get elsewhere!
Pros of Book Xcess at RexKL
- Located in the artsy and interesting RexKL
- Super instagrammable.
- Good choices of books available.
- It’s a good place to hang out alone and catch up on some books.
- There are loads of F&B choices nearby to try out if you need a quick bite.
Cons of Book Xcess at RexKL
- It’s not disabled friendly.
Store information
| Location | KL Town |
|---|---|
| Operational hours | Not mentioned. |
| Availability to shop online | Yes |
Learn more here: Website | Facebook
Here you go, 5 amazing bookstores that you should visit! You’re sure to find some great reads here regardless of your taste in books. The Instagram pics you can take are also a bonus that’s hard to turn down!
Some of these bookstores cater to certain genres of book so if you’re heading there to shop for particular genres, do check if they have them before dropping by. Do note that some of these places may not be good if you’re someone with a disability or injury.
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