Argosy Book Store

About

Nyc's oldest indie bookstore, packed with rare books, maps, and prints across six floors.

Why go

• Feels like stepping back in time
• A living part of new york's past waiting to be explored
• Feels like stumbling into a secret library

Must try

• Rare books, vintage maps, and historical prints
• Signed first editions
• Antique maps
• Vintage posters
• Original artwork

Pro tips

• Ride the original elevator to the second floor
• Staff will pull files or books for you to look through
• Conveniently located near central park and grand central
• Go downstairs for shelves full of used books
• First edition collection on the fifth floor requires escort

Good to know

• Founded in 1925, it is nyc’s oldest independent bookstore
• Family owned since 1925
• Spans six floors

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (724 reviews)

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