Stanford University Bookstore - Stanford, California

Oliver P.

Mid Dec2024 Main Stanford campus store which is sectioned into three levels. First level is basically clothing, personal care, customer service, and Stanford related paraphernalia merchandise. Second level is the main public bookstore, a small cafe, gadgets section, and more student materials like bags, etc. The basement is the academic bookstore, general school and dorm supplies, childrens' section and public toilet.

Expect a lot of tourists as well as this is the main store for souvenirs though there are also a number of much smaller stores located all around campus.

Definitely a well stocked and organized store befitting the large campus.

Judy M. C.

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 irony is that the books sold here are very limited. It’s a big store, but they only have books displayed on the mezzanine.

Alex E.

More like a tourist attraction t
They sell heaps of stuff here

Krishin A.

This is not a bookstore. It’s a souvenir shop that turns people into brands, selling identity to those unwilling to take the time to cultivate one. I have a dream that one day we’ll live in a nation where people are not judged by the Cardinal shirts they wear, but by the content of their character.

Juan P. N.

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 for me, even checking the back shelves. They really tried, but it turns out, Stanford history books are hard to come by!

Still, this place has pretty much everything else—hoodies, notebooks, dorm stuff, you name it. The staff is friendly and helpful, and it’s a fun stop to soak up that Stanford vibe. Just don’t expect to find a deep dive into the school's history!

PersianDutch

There are several options to buy as souvenir from Stanfird University, but they are mostly overpriced. The pens seem the only affordable option! However it's fun to visit the store. In the basement you can also buy stationary.

Nata I.

You can find Stanford authors here and lots of Stanford souvenirs. Also, old fashioned chairs upstairs to sit and go through books.

Guddi H.

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 places for emergency to call 911 for any kind of threat to life or for any emergencies.Must say every American is like luxury to study with full of life .