Browsers Bookshop









Monday9:30 am – 5:00 pm.
Tuesday9:30 am – 5:00 pm.
Wednesday9:30 am – 9:30 pm.
Thursday9:30 am – 9:30 pm.
Friday9:30 am – 9:30 pm.
Saturday10:00 am – 9:30 pm.
Sunday11:00 am – 4:30 pm.
With an impressive array of books, as well as clever, quirky design, Browsers is a book lover’s paradise. Quality secondhand books adorn the shelves, and old singer sewing machines, typewriters and comfy leather chairs lend themselves to the somewhat nostalgic atmosphere. The books feel well-loved and well-thumbed, and the head high bookshelves will keep you entertained for hours.
A particularly impressive display of craftsmanship is the towering bookcase located right next to the entrance, where the mystery remains as to what would happen if someone fancied a novel right at the top. A considerable Māori and New Zealand section lends plenty of literature to our history, while the colourful kids section comes complete with a small cubby area perfect for tucking away and losing yourself in a fictional world for a while. Sheet music is a nice touch to a bookstore that’s both modern and historic, and knowledgeable staff seem to have the whereabouts of every novel perfectly mapped out in their head.
Words by Rosie Morrison & Photography by Anna Briggs
Information not correct? Report an error
Location
Riverbank Lane, 298 Victoria St, Hamilton
Nearby Places
Madam Woo

Madam Woo is a beloved fixture in Hamilton's dining scene, and for several years now, it’s been wooing its customers with far more than just its delicious food.
Rocket Coffee Roasters

A café and roastery that plays by it's own rules, Rocket Coffee really isn't like anything else.
RUBY Hamilton

Fun, feminine and almost painfully gorgeous, visit RUBY for a dose of NZ fashion done well.
Gothenburg

Escape the city, come to the riverside and enjoy the best of Waikato cuisine at Gothenburg.
Similar Places
Wild River & Co

It’s rare for a store to blur the lines between floral studio and community hangout spot, but then Wild River & Co.
Sisters on London

Bright, colourful, feminine and quirky, there’s a lot to love about this fashion boutique with an ethos of beautiful clothes that are made to last.
FOUND

For you, your home, and the planet, FOUND wraps up individuality, sustainability, and style in a pretty bow for you to explore at leisure.
HANRAD Bespoke Rugs

Seeing HANRAD as ‘just another rug shop’ would be your first mistake; the second would be not going inside.