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Best book shops to visit in Malleshwaram
Bengaluru
π 1. Sapna book house β Malleshwaram
Why go: One of Indiaβs largest book chains, this store offers a vast selection β from academic texts to Kannada literature, kidsβ books to self-help.
π 8th Cross, Sampige Road
π 9:30 AM β 9:00 PM
π 2. Ankita book house
Why go: A favorite among students, it’s stocked with guides, reference materials, and competitive exam books. Affordable pricing and knowledgeable staff.
π Link Road, near 10th Cross
π 9:30 AM β 8:30 PM
π 3. Total kannada
Why go: A gem for lovers of Kannada language and culture. From Kuvempu to modern poets, find everything in Kannada, including CDs, magazines & rare titles.
π Sankey Road near Malleshwaram Circle
π 10:00 AM β 8:00 PM
π 4. Prakash book depot
Why go: Compact but packed. Ideal for textbooks, local school syllabi, and stationery. A staple for Malleshwaram residents for decades.
π 11th Cross, near Navrang Theatre
π 10:00 AM β 8:00 PM
π 5. Aakruti books
Why go: Small indie bookstore with a curated selection of fiction, philosophy, art and design books. Great for gifting or weekend browsing.
π Margosa Road
π 11:00 AM β 7:30 PM