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Stanford University Bookstore is the ultimate destination for all your academic and lifestyle needs. As a premier Book store, we offer a vast selection of textbooks, fiction, and non-fiction books, catering to the diverse interests of students, faculty, and staff. Beyond books, our store is a one-stop-shop for all your art supplies, featuring a wide range of materials and tools for creatives. As an Art supply store, we take pride in providing exceptional quality products to fuel your imagination. Stay stylish and comfortable on campus with our trendy Clothing store section, offering Stanford University apparel and accessories. Whether you need a new laptop or tablet for your studies, our Computer store has got you covered with the latest technology and expert advice. Looking for a unique gift or greeting card? Our Gift shop and Greeting card shop sections have an impressive collection of Stanford-themed merchandise, souvenirs, and cards for every occasion. Conveniently located at 519 Lasuen Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, Stanford University Bookstore is your go-to destination for all your shopping needs. Visit us today and experience exceptional customer service and a welcoming atmosphere.

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The Stanford University Bookstore offers a wide selection of textbooks, Stanford merchandise, and school supplies. Customers appreciate the helpful staff, organized layout, and convenient location on campus. Some mention that prices can be a bit high, but the variety and quality of products make it a popular stop for students and visitors alike. Overall, the bookstore provides a pleasant shopping experience with a welcoming atmosphere.

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Guddi Holkar
Guddi Holkar -Local Guide
5 years ago
Stand Ford is one of best college all over country ,it's the best college .college environment is super cool very pleasant and greenery all most every where tree ,orange tree , fountain,there is bike stand for bicycle and electronic machine placed in some of the...Read More
Judy Margaret Chen
Judy Margaret Chen -Local Guide
a month ago
Not really like a bookstore, but more like a tourist attraction and gift shops. It’s located inside Stanford University, one of the Ivy Leagues. The store carries a lot of merchandise, from Stanford merchs, to souvenirs, stationery, technology equipment, books and even a cafe spot.The...Read More
amit padhy
amit padhy -Local Guide
a year ago
A decent bookstore where you get general, science, social books , books for children, books by university authors, self help etc along with merchandise. What you don’t get is technical books on subjects or software. I would appreciate if they plan something on this regard....Read More
Juan Pablo Napoli
Juan Pablo Napoli -Local Guide
a month ago
The Stanford University Bookstore is awesome for Stanford gear, tech gadgets, and plenty of textbooks. But when I went looking for a book on Stanford’s actual history? No luck! I asked the two super-friendly ladies at the info desk, and they searched high and low...Read More
Bab Bab
Bab Bab -Local Guide
10 months ago
A bookstore and souvenir shop with many souvenirs related to Stanford University. Today, many parents buy souvenirs here, hoping their children will come to Stanford. This is a huge business. Many brands, including Nike, collaborated with Stanford University to launch products. It's expensive, but it's...Read More
Mac Wang
Mac Wang -Local Guide
5 years ago
mediscover style
mediscover style -Local Guide
3 years ago
I fall in love with Stanford University every time I visit it. College bookstores are one places I make a point in visiting. I can browse the lecture books and purchase some that interest me. I am glad Stanford book store was open however there...Read More
Sana Bagersh
Sana Bagersh -Local Guide
3 years ago
I love the Stanford Bookstore...warmth, spacious and welcoming! Part of a larger cluster of coffee shops and student services.Nice assortment of books, including a full section by Stanford graduates. Naturally a handpicked collection on creativity, critical thinking, innovation etc, And then there's the...Read More
Richard Bowles
Richard Bowles -Local Guide
6 years ago
Always a treat to visit. Books, shirts, coffee, snacks. More books. Books signed by authors. Oh, and text books, too.Pencils? Yep, those, too. Does anyone use pencils any more? Yep, art and drawing pencils ....Just go visit yourself. It's all there.
M L
M L -Local Guide
2 months ago
Oh how this place has gone downhill. I ordered a bunch of sweaters to commemorate my 10th year as an MBA Alum. They could not even get my order right. I ordered on Oct 1st. I did not hear back from them until today, Oct...Read More
Aca99100
Aca99100 -Local Guide
a month ago
Not satisfied with quality.I always wanted to buy Stanford merch to give small appreciation for them making their courses public during lockdown. However I was surprised with low quality of the water bottle I bought. The cap does not close properly and it's wooden surface...Read More
Daniela T
Daniela T -Local Guide
4 months ago
First floor is a clothing store. Few books. This is more of a souvenir shop than a university bookstore.Classic literature section is nonexistent, a single shabby copy of most books here. OOP books in Graphic Design section. Kate Spade stuff next to History of Philosophy....Read More
Travis Katz
Travis Katz -Local Guide
7 months ago
Do not buy your laptop here. The one I wanted was out of stock so they said they could order it for me. Said it could take a couple of weeks. It’s now been 6 weeks, no laptop, and they say...Read More
Hlaing Moh Moh Thu
Hlaing Moh Moh Thu -Local Guide
a year ago
I had a fantastic experience at this store! They offer a wide range of Stanford souvenirs, making it the perfect place to pick up some memorabilia. The coffee in this store is excellent, which adds to the overall enjoyable atmosphere. Additionally, the IT shop is...Read More
Roland Polzin
Roland Polzin -Local Guide
a year ago
Not only books but also coffee, clothing, other merchandise, and a variety of items that you can use on a daily basis. Alums get ten percent off all merchandise. Make sure you stop by the upstairs coffee shop and try the Stanford water - it...Read More
sulbha sehgal
sulbha sehgal -Local Guide
a year ago
It's a state by itself Stanford a complete unit that is self sufficient with the vibrancy in the youth. Was amazed at the bookstore because I visited it first of the others . I realised that though the energy is from the students rhe...Read More
leo nie
leo nie
a year ago
I am highly disappointed with the service! I ordered an iPad here, but the student discount hardly seems worth the hassle.Firstly, my iPad arrived three weeks late. During that period, I visited the bookstore several times to inquire about its arrival, but no one could...Read More
Diego Calatayud
Diego Calatayud -Local Guide
2 years ago
Very diverse array of products available for the public. Although lacks any sort of order or type of arrangement to he common eye. When you walk in you don't see sections but different products with different brands sponsoring. The staff is greath though, straight to...Read More
Lori T.
Lori T. -Local Guide
3 years ago
I love the bookstore and its offerings, but I placed an online order with several Christmas gifts and the order has been "In Process" for the past 12 days with no sign of shipping. So much for their 4-7 day deliver window. What's worse is...Read More
Leon Hermse
Leon Hermse -Local Guide
a year ago
Two floors full of Stanford merchandise - at ridiculous prices. And during the whole summer the scientific department in the basement (what you would expect to be the cornerstone of a bookstore at a university) is completely empty. The general books department just has the...Read More
Brug Chug
Brug Chug -Local Guide
a year ago
It was nice but lots of the clothes were around $120 just for a hoodie. It should be called Stan- unaffordableBrug Chug out 🍷
Michael Parker
Michael Parker -Local Guide
6 years ago
I was here at the start of an academic session so it was very busy. Even though it was so busy they were very efficient at the checkout line. The cashiers were also pretty friendly considering how long of a day they had probably had....Read More
Josh Kennedy
Josh Kennedy -Local Guide
3 years ago
Stanford has so much nice swag dude!! They are probably the best equipped swag school in the country. They have every brand you could think of, hundreds of different styles, dozens of different hats, bags, beanies, you name it.Kind of pricy, but it’s Stanford, and...Read More
Emmie Fa
Emmie Fa
7 years ago
Would not recommend buying anything online. I made a purchase assuming everything would be in stock (for overseas gifts), they charged my credit card, and then the order didn't arrive in time. I've tried calling 3 times, left messages, e-mailed twice, and no one has...Read More
Mit Data
Mit Data -Local Guide
2 years ago
The idea of a newly purchased book is to be preventable, preserved and last. Many bookstores place stickers on book covers, but here they put such stickers as if you are never supposed to remove them! Peeling them off completely destroys the book cover. Not...Read More
Kenneth G. Skillman III
Kenneth G. Skillman III -Local Guide
5 years ago
A bit pricey but they have all your Stanford University attire, a coffee shop and they even sell books outta here too. It was where I picked up my textbooks some 35 to 40 years ago. I guess I just dated myself! I do...Read More
Han Moosa-Khimji
Han Moosa-Khimji
3 years ago
I had originally written something positive about the bookstore but it was a lie. As a visitor from Canada, I found the toxic and ableist environment at the bookstore appalling. Despite my affiliation with this school and others institutions on the East Coast, I would...Read More
Alex Woo
Alex Woo -Local Guide
8 years ago
Stanford Bookstore sells Stanford clothing and souvenirs as well as textbooks. It's textbooks are more expensive than amazon but there's a 7% discount for students and a 5% for members of the alumni association (except for books). Judging on...Read More
Alex Boulton
Alex Boulton
8 years ago
Had multiple awful experiences with this bookstore, customer service has no idea know what they are doing..."system is down" day before classes and can't purchase book..."accidentally" double charge $400 on my mom's credit card and won't refund the money...yuck. The textbooks are great but the...Read More
Randy Nixon
Randy Nixon
7 years ago
My family and I took a 10 day holiday late August 2016. We thought it would be great to stop by famed Stanford. I purchased a Stanford sweatshirt. To my surprise, the very first time we washed it, material started balling at the sleeve ends...Read More
John Z
John Z -Local Guide
7 years ago
Called their number and asked me to dial different extension for different purposes. But none of them had a real human to answer. If that's the case, why does it even list a phone number to waste other people time. I can't believe this...Read More

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