9AM - 4:30PM
1214 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
Book Stores
“What a gem this bookstore is! My first time there—an inviting place to browse and read along with a helpful staff and loads of books to choose from. I picked up four!”
“This place is the acme of bookstores/cafés. Their interior design and flow exude the perfect ambiance—ideal for reading and relaxation. Another plus is their exceptional selection of coffee drinks and other beverages for one to sip on while leafing through a great book. Check them out!”
“Huge selection of used books, mainly current publications, meaning within the last 30 years or so. I am looking for primarily books over 50 years old, so not a lot of choices for me. Fun to be surrounded by all the books. This might be exactly what you are looking for, though.”
“Lists of book choices for good prices. The staff was great and we had many other options like calendars, candles, puzzles, kits, book marks and so much more. They have a coffee shop too!”
10AM - 9:30PM
160 King St, Charleston
Book Stores
“Very charming bookshop with a variety to choose from! We asked about a specific romance book and they were happy to recommend Sweeter than Fiction down the street. We came July 3rd, and I really loved their US History displays. I do love a good theme.”
“This is a thoughtfully curated emporium of clever items and compelling books. The staff are welcoming and very informative. Pleasant experiences in shops like these expose the shortcomings of online shopping.”
“Such a cute, quirky bookstore! If you're lucky, there will be a cute puppy dog there to greet you! They have a large selection of books, stickers, puzzles, and more! The staff was friendly and attentive. They interacted with every customer and offered help. I found several Heated Rivalry stickers and bookmarks. I highly recommend making a stop here!”
“I absolutely love this shop! The owners are so friendly and helpful, and they have the best selection of handmade gifts I've ever seen. I've bought several things from here, and I'm always impressed with the quality of their work. If you're looking for an absolutely gorgeous gift, this is the place to go!”
“I visited this bookstore on October 25th and I am already claiming this as one of the best book stores I've ever visited in the Charleston area. And they have representation of the lgbtq community, which is AWESOME ?♥️”
“Best place to get all your Citadel Fan gear. One of the best bookstores in the USA!! Their Social Media Marketing is one of the best as well as their on line store.”
10AM - 7:30PM
420 King St, Charleston
Book Stores
“Really cool bookstore in the middle of King Street. I’ve been wanting to visit here and the record store next door since moving to Charleston, but downtown parking is rough. Glad I finally made it in. They have a very nice selection of new and used books, with a pleasantly large selection of books on Charleston. I ended up with a book on southern living, but will be back soon to add to my library.”
“Lots of selection, super friendly staff and students, kinda pricey but what you'd expect from a college bookstore. I'll find out about the book and supply portion of the bookstore in fall!”
“This was an awesome experience. So much history and the park rangers are very knowledgeable. Though the tour is 2.25 hours you only get a little over an hour at the fort as it is about 30 minutes each way on the ferry. Candidly, it is difficult to really take in every aspect and read every plaque in that time. But, it is still worth it. The views are amazing and feeling the history within those walls is a must for anyone even vaguely interested in history. Make sure you visit Fort Moultrie as well while in the area”