Golden Hare Books

Top choice in Edinburgh


Independent bookshops don’t get lovelier than this. The Golden Hare boasts a top-notch selection of 'beautiful, unusual and interesting books', an enchanting children’s nook, and a small but perfectly formed events program. A must if you love books, book design and beautiful shops.


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