London's oldest surviving bookshop, trading on Piccadilly since 1797; Byron, Disraeli and Oscar Wilde were customers. Today it is strong on biography, travel and new hardbacks, with many copies signed by visiting authors.
- Address
- 187 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LE
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 09:30-20:00; Sun 12:00-18:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
- Best time to go
- Afternoon · About 30 min
- Price
- Book prices
- Price level
- ££
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Ask for signed copies; many recent hardbacks are signed by the author.