Reading is one of those habits that keep you calm, teach you about life and help you explore the world at a deeper level.
Regardless of your genre of interest, books always offer meaning which can’t be attained otherwise.
If you are thinking about developing a reading habit, or you are an avid reader looking for book stores nearby, we have got you covered.
In this article, we bring to you the 8 most popular bookstores in Islamabad that you should visit at least once!
Book Stores in Islamabad
Below are 8 book shops in Islamabad with their address and contact numbers. The list is based on high ratings and popularity.
Note: The list doesn’t intend to show any kind of competition between the mentioned stores as each store is unique on its own.
| # | Book Stores in Islamabad | Contact Number | Address |
| 1 | Saeed Book Bank | 051 2651656 | Jinnah Super Market, F7 Markaz, opposite Beachtree |
| 2 | Oxford University Press | 051 2347264 | G 7/2 Blue Area, Jinnah Ave, Shalimar plaza, Islamabad |
| 3 | Mr. Books | 0313 6726657 | F-6 Markaz, Agha Khan Rd, Islamabad |
| 4 | Kitab Ghar | 0312 5472298 | F-7 Markaz, behind shell petrol pump, near silk bank, Islamabad |
| 5 | Vanguard Books | 051 2270317 | F-6 Markaz, Islamabad |
| 6 | Old Books and Books 2 | 0321 5550361 | F-10 Markaz, Main Sumbal Rd, near Miraj Books, Basement of Stylo Shoes Shop, Islamabad |
| 7 | Old Books Collection | 051 2651040 | F-7 Markaz, in front of Burger Feast, Islamabad |
| 8 | London Books Co | 051 2823852 | F-6/3, Kohsar Market, Islamabad |
Now let’s talk about each bookstore in Islamabad with its contact details, available books, timings, etc.
1. Saeed Book Bank
Saeed book Bank is one of the largest bookstores in Pakistan, with over 200,000 books. The store comprises 3 floors and covers a large area of 42,000 square feet.
The store has been labeled as the “Readers Paradise”, by Arab News, and the Saeed book bank store is planned to expand to incorporate a coffee shop, book talks, along with book launch area.
The store not only contains international and local books but also stationary, diaries, CDs, DVDs, and Cassettes.
Membership: Available
Home Delivery: Available
Available Books: Science, Philosophy, Literature, Magazines, Art, Novels, Politics, Popular fiction, Yearbooks, Dictionaries, etc.
Timings:
- Mon-Sun: 10am to 11pm
Ratings: 4.4 stars on Google
Address: Jinnah Super Market, F7 Markaz, opposite Beachtree.
Contact Number: 051 2651656
2. Oxford University Press
Established in Pakistan in 1952, Oxford University Press is a department of the well-known University of Oxford.
Their mission is to promote excellence in research, and education by publishing worldwide. The Oxford University Press in Islamabad offers books on science, literature, arts, politics, history, etc.
Membership: Available
Home Delivery: Available
Timings:
- Mon-Sat: 10am to 10pm
- Sun: Closed
Ratings: 4.4 stars on Google
Address: G 7/2 Blue Area, Jinnah Ave, Shalimar Plaza, Islamabad
Contact Number: 051 2347264
3. Mr. Books
Mr. Books is one of the oldest bookstores in Islamabad. It was founded by Mohammad Yousuf and it aims to enlighten the society through quality books. The store also offers stationery, art supplies, and gifts.
Home Delivery: Available
Available Books: Politics, Popular fiction, Textbooks, Novels, Biographies, etc.
Timings:
- Mon-Sun: 10am to 10pm
Ratings: 4.3 stars on Google
Address: F-6 Markaz, Agha Khan Rd, Islamabad
Contact Number: 0313 6726657
4. KITAB GHAR
Located near the National Resource Library, this small bookstore has a lot of books to offer. The store offers discounts, sales, and perks to members and offers both international and local books in the store.
Membership: Available
Home Delivery: Available
Available Books: Biographies, Literature, Novels, Text Books, History, Cognitive Science, Politics, Commerce, Medical, Engineering, Religion, etc.
Timings:
- Mon-Sat: 10:30 am to 9 pm
- Sun: 2 pm – 9 pm
Ratings: 3.5 stars on Google
Address: F-7 Markaz, behind Shell petrol pump, near Silk Bank, Islamabad.
Contact Number: 0312 5472298
5. Vanguard Books
Vanguard Books is a hub of all kinds of books, and if you want to explore new genres this is the place to go. While the place isn’t frequently visited by people, it offers an isolated venue to book lovers.
Available Books: Political History, Science, Philosophy, etc.
Timings:
- Mon-Sat: 9 am to 9 pm
- Sun: Closed
Ratings: 3.8 stars on Google
Address: F-6 Markaz, Islamabad.
Contact Number: 051 2270317
6. Old Books and Books 2
If you want old and new books at discounted prices, this is the place to go. The store offers books on history, novels, politics, and textbooks like CSS books, GRE, SAT books, etc.
Home Delivery: Available (9 am to 5 pm)
Available Books: History, Novels, Politics, Textbooks, etc.
Timings:
- Mon-Sun: 11am to 11pm
- Wed: 9am to 7pm
Ratings: 4.2 stars on Google
Address: F-10 Markaz, Main Sumbal Rd, near Miraj Books, Basement of Stylo Shoes Shop, Islamabad
Contact Number: 0321 5550361
7. Old Books Collection
The store was founded by Malik Ejaz at Jinnah Supermarket in the Gol Market area, in the 80s. It shifted to its present location in 1994.
Old Books Collection, offers both new and old books. Old books allow you to read great content without paying a high price and if you want to, you can also buy new books from the store.
Available Books: Classic Novels, History, Science, Children’s books, Politics, etc.
Timings:
- Mon-Sun: 11am to 11pm
Ratings: 4.4 stars on Google
Address: F-7 Markaz, in front of Burger Feast, Islamabad
Contact Number: 051 2651040
8. London Books Co
Located in the calming and peaceful Kohsar Market, the London Books Co is a great place for book lovers. The place offers refreshments as well so you can prolong your reading session without getting hungry.
Timings:
- Mon-Sun: 10 am to 10pm
Ratings: 4.1 stars on Google
Address: F-6/3, Kohsar Market, Islamabad
Contact Number: 051 2823852
Check Out These Book Stores in Islamabad Today!
In this article, we explored 8 book shops in Islamabad in detail. The list included both new and old book shops in Islamabad.
The general reading trend is decreasing in Pakistan as most prefer spending time online yet, these bookstores are here to quench your thirst for knowledge in the old fashion way.
Make sure to support these stores and spread awareness regarding reading as it’s a powerful habit, we all need to develop.
