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Powell's City of Books

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1005 W Burnside St
Portland, OR 97209

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(503) 228-4651
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Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
Powell's City of Books - Portland, OR
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Still hanging on to this uncomfortable encounter years later? Must have been a bad day for both of you. I have had so many wonderful experiences at Powells City of Books that I ...

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You can't trust Powell's online orders! If you are a student, or ordering a book for a present, don't use Powell's online. Even if they confirm your order, if the book runner dis...

Everything you'd ever want to read 6/26/2002

Powell's is so big I bring guests from out of town to see it like an attraction. Just amazing the selection and sheer volume of books. I love the fact they offer new & used on the same shelf and the cafe inside. I've spent many an hour lost in Powell's, sometimes I've complained it is too big! The staff is very helpful if you need to find your way around. My advice, have a plan of attack- know what your looking for - at least the general subject matter. Otherwise you'll be lost for hours and get a little overwhelmed with the selection and buy nothing! Great place, I think my dad wants to live there. My only complaints would be parking and that they have a terrible magazine selection. Small and not nearly complete in any genre. Can't be perfect. Pros: BOOKS!, Sci-Fi room, Classics Cons: magazines, new release section more

HUGE and FULL 6/11/2002

Amazing selection, I really appreciated how they had the used books mixed in with the new books. Made it more fun to shop!! Found a few gems, but I'm sure there were more! Spend some time browsing... you'll love it! I also liked the vibe, it was not as sterile as I've come to expect from BIG bookstores (Borders, Barnes & Noble). Pros: Selection, Variety, Organized Cons: Little Parking more

Huge 5/19/2002

Powell's is so big, you could get lost. You'll definitely lose a few hours just browsing, because they have everything! Service is great--they'll look up anything for you and tell you where to find it, a must in a place this big. If you need a few bucks, take your used books in for cash or trade. Best time to go is Sunday morning--fewer people and plenty of parking. more
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  • In Short
    Billed as the nation's largest independent bookstore, Powell's occupies an entire city block and requires a map to navigate. Though Powell's size and reputation draws tourists by...

  • 6/12/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Monday To Sunday From 09:00 AM To 08:30 PM
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa, American Express, Discover
  • Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Pearl
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