AIA Bookstore and Design Center
AIA Bookstore and Design Center, Philadelphia: Hours, Address, AIA Bookstore and Design Center Reviews: 3.5/5
AIA Bookstore and Design Center
AIA Bookstore and Design Center
3.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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The area
Address
Neighborhood: City Center East
How to get there
- 13th St • 3 min walk
- 13th St • 3 min walk
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2,958 within 3 miles
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Reading Terminal Market
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The Original Turkey
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Hershel's East Side Deli
405
332 ft$ • Quick Bites • American • Deli
Bassetts Ice Cream
639
279 ft$ • Dessert • American
Dutch Eating Place
509
342 ft$ • American • Dutch • Cafe
Tommy DiNic's
981
306 ft$ • American • Fast Food
La Colombe
237
0.3 mi$ • Quick Bites • Cafe
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
1,197
0.2 mi$$$$ • Steakhouse • Brazilian • South American
Attractions
401 within 6 miles
Center for Architecture and Design
9
45 ftSpeciality Museums • Educational sites
Fabric Workshop and Museum
32
65 ftSpeciality Museums
Reading Terminal Market
4,743
354 ftFlea & Street Markets
Wanamaker Organ
852
0.1 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Masonic Temple
641
0.1 miLibraries • Religious Sites
Pennsylvania Convention Center
310
0.1 miConvention Centers
Convention Center Philadelphia Flower Show
4
454 ftGardens
City Hall Visitor Center
1,390
0.2 miHistoric Sites • Architectural Buildings
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
405
0.2 miArt Museums
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
31
0.1 miPublic Transportation Systems
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
3.5
6 reviews
Excellent
1
Very good
3
Average
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Poor
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CSSnowshoer
New York City, NY4,156 contributions
Aug 2013 • Solo
I was visiting the Fabric Museum next door and saw the attractive window for this store. Its an interesting place- in back there are a series if photos of Philly and some large posters about INFILL projects, as well as nice clean restrooms. Up front is a great book and gift shop. And all free (unless you buy that neat stuff you are looking at.) Its very near the Reading Terminal.
Written August 19, 2013
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David W
Philadelphia, PA31 contributions
Nov 2013 • Solo
Good albeit somewhat limited selection of new and cool items for giving. Wonderful set of items for kids of all decades. Best part is form meets function with many items.
Written December 17, 2013
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missalg
Philadelphia, PA394 contributions
Sep 2012 • Solo
There's an interesting and eclectic collection of toys and kitchen/home gadgets as well, and it's a great place to browse while waiting for one of the Center For Architecture's fabulous walking tours of the city, which include Furness's PA Academy of Fine Art, the Loews hotel (PSFS building), and Wanamakers, plus fascinating commentary and a much better understanding of the Gilded Age and modern city.
Written September 29, 2012
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bobfoley10
Philadelphia, PA1 contribution
Jan 2017 • Solo
Several years ago this store had an extensive collection of books, many high quality and distinctive personal and household items, and a tasteful stock of greeting cards. It has shrunk to almost nothing in size, quality, and interest. Instead of a community asset, we have a tourist stop where conventioneers can pick up something to take home.
Written January 4, 2017
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wilvey
Vermont565 contributions
Dec 2011
The layout of the store was appealing but the selection of merchandise was somwhat uninspired - Jonathan Adler tschokies, Lego architecture models, Phillies baseball Christmas tree ornaments - all pretty generic with a few gems scattered thoughout. The book selection was good however and the toy selection certainly had delights for young builders.
Written December 31, 2011
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Wideeyedtraveler79
Cherry Hill, NJ15 contributions
Apr 2011
Jordan and Allison were so helpful! I was looking for a wedding gift for my best friend that is very design savvy. They helped me get a really colorful bowl set that stacks into itself. Was no cool I want one for my kitchen.
Written June 30, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions about AIA Bookstore and Design Center
- AIA Bookstore and Design Center is open:
- Sun - Sun 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Mon - Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Hotels near AIA Bookstore and Design Center:
- (0.04 mi) Home2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center, PA
- (0.11 mi) The Notary Hotel, Autograph Collection
- (0.06 mi) Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
- (0.14 mi) Loews Philadelphia Hotel
- (0.14 mi) Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
- Restaurants near AIA Bookstore and Design Center:
- (0.02 mi) Goodfellows Pizza
- (0.03 mi) A P J Texas Weiner
- (0.03 mi) Pho Street
- (0.03 mi) Auntie Anne's
- (0.04 mi) Panera Bread