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Leakey's Bookshop

Book Store in Inverness

4.7 (3.2k) bookstore
Closed

Housed inside a converted Gaelic church in Inverness, Leakey's Bookshop is celebrated as Scotland's largest second-hand bookstore. The interior features towering, endless shelves of books, a cozy central wood-burning stove, and a spiral staircase that leads up to a mezzanine gallery with scenic viewpoints.

Commenters overwhelmingly consider the shop a dream destination and a standout highlight of visiting Scotland. While a visitor noted it can look less tidy in person than in polished photos, the general consensus remains that it is an absolute must-visit for book enthusiasts.

  • Head up the spiral staircase to the mezzanine gallery for great upper-level viewpoints
  • Warm up by the central wood-burning stove while browsing
  • Expect a slightly cluttered, authentic second-hand browsing experience rather than a pristine store
  • Pair your visit with a stop at the nearby Black Isle Bar

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MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
SundayClosed

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