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Harvard Coop Society Bookstore

Bookstore, Gift Store, and Coffee Shop
Harvard Square, Cambridge
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    Biz T.
    "Excellent selection of anything and everything Harvard related"(17 Tips)
    Nadia S.
    "Great options for Harvard merch."(2 Tips)
    The Feast
    "Coop sells plenty of Harvard gear"(2 Tips)
    agra s.
    "Harvard bookstore"(2 Tips)
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  • Orgilheart icon on user image
    OrgilNovember 2, 2014
    The concept is same as a bookstore has reading space and coffeeshops. However it is just not just a bookstore, you would easily feel the Harvard atmosphere from there and books choices are so great.
  • Lizzie H.heart icon on user image
    Lizzie HatfieldMarch 21, 2016
    Coffee shop on the second floor serves Starbucks, and I've heard they stock cake from the Cheesecake Factory too. Three floors of books as well! And far less busy than the Starbucks across the street.
  • Anu S.heart icon on user image
    Anu SharmaNovember 13, 2013
    The coop cafe serves cheesecakes from Cheesecake Factory! The third floor is quiet and has a lot of study tables- buy yours a dessert and spend a few quiet hours here- it'll be a perfect afternoon :)
  • Bikabout
    BikaboutApril 16, 2014
    A respectably big book store staffed with real, live, helpful people who always have excellent recommendations. Beautiful woodwork, great selection, and a wonderful kids section downstairs.
  • The Next Great Generation (Boston)
    Nab a comfy corner chair and stay a while! Though often crowded with Harvard students, the bookstore and café have a lot to offer customers, ranging from a delicious sandwich menu to free WiFi. Read more
  • Pamela G.
    Pamela GutierrezJune 23, 2014
    Favorite bookstore in Boston. Great selection, you can spend hours in there, just browsing and looking at all the beautiful editions they have.
  • Aniruddha M.heart icon on user image
    Aniruddha MandkeJune 17, 2017
    Book lover or not, this is a paradise. You may find books at lower prices on Amazon. But if you are thinking prices then you shouldn't really visit this place. Smell of books wins you over.
  • Y8ongames.com O.
    Y8ongames.com OnlineApril 17, 2013
    Free online games for kids.Play all games for more fun and divertisment.U have action games and mario games for childrens.Use this site to play more game and have fun with this games. Read more
  • Tor/Forge
    Tor/ForgeDecember 12, 2013
    Meet Ramona Wheeler (Three Princes), James Cambias (A Darkling Sea), and Brian Staveley (The Emperor's Blades) on Thursday, February 13, 2014 at 7:00 PM as they read from their new novels. Read more
  • Debbheart icon on user image
    DebbApril 5, 2017
    Same as every single university bookstore. It's expensive and they sell that topically things like hats, sweaters, and branded stuff of Harvard university
  • Minnie K.heart icon on user image
    Minnie KimNovember 23, 2014
    A really great place to get work done. Free wifi is always a plus!
  • Maria B.heart icon on user image
    Maria B.July 12, 2017
    The largest selection of books in Cambridge, much wider choice than in Harvard Bookstore.
  • BU Today
    BU TodayMarch 20, 2012
    Remember, it's the "coupe," not the "co-op". Founded in 1882 by a group of Harvard students, the Coop is one of the country's largest bookstores. Read more
  • Jonathan Y.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan YuJanuary 2, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Large book selection. You can find just about everything you need here.
  • Jill H.
    Jill H-WJune 23, 2010
    While it feels like a big box bookstore, this is an old institution that is worth visiting. Remember who this bookstore serves and then you'll realize how unique it's offerings can be.
  • M S.heart icon on user image
    M SlageNovember 3, 2018
    Loved shopping and looking. Very pricey, great quality clothes.
  • Mazda
    MazdaOctober 27, 2010
    The Coop (The Harvard/MIT Cooperative Society) was founded in 1882 by a group of students, as a cooperative which would provide the academic and professional community with a place to buy merchandise.
  • Andrew P.heart icon on user image
    Andrew PuckettApril 23, 2015
    Everything u could want plus some. Great clothes,etc.
  • Shermans Travel
    Shermans TravelAugust 9, 2012
    Check out the books section. You’ll find every tome you didn't know you had to read but instantly want to own. Read more
  • Alex K.heart icon on user image
    Alex KasemirMay 10, 2016
    Honestly a date place, full of conversation topics
  • The Feast
    The FeastJune 8, 2011
    The Coop sells plenty of Harvard gear, but we say go for the author events, which have included celebs like Demetri Martin in the past. Read more
  • Pearson - Always Learning
    Founded as a cooperative in 1882 the Society Bookstore is the place to go for your Harvard merchandise and textbooks.
  • Sofia P.heart icon on user image
    Sofia PadillaApril 8, 2014
    Great selection of Spanish literature on the third floor!
  • Albertus
    AlbertusFebruary 11, 2010
    Check out the computer, science, and math books. There are more of those here compared to other bookstores. Lots of other nice books too! Read more
  • AT&T
    AT&TSeptember 16, 2011
    This Barnes & Noble store is also an AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spot. Curl up with your Nook and connect with AT&T Wi-Fi.
  • Nadia S.heart icon on user image
    Nadia SwanApril 6, 2018
    Great options for Harvard merch.
  • Biz T.heart icon on user image
    Biz TraveldudeAugust 7, 2014
    Excellent selection of anything and everything Harvard related
  • Mélina
    MélinaSeptember 2, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Gorgeous bookstore covering a wide selection of subjects and offering something for every price range.
  • Guilherme C.heart icon on user image
    Guilherme CornelioSeptember 18, 2014
    A good variety of books. Cozy place.
  • Joe A.
    Joe AndersenDecember 17, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Great kids section with wonderful, helpful, staff
  • A S.heart icon on user image
    A SDecember 13, 2015
    Check out the new Harry Potter graphic novels on displays!
  • Michael E.heart icon on user image
    Michael EnosJuly 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    If it was still just the Harvard COOP & not part of Barnes & noble, I'd be happier.
  • Hard R.
    Hard RockerSeptember 22, 2014
    A lot of Harvard souvenirs available.
  • Harvard University
    Harvard UniversityDecember 8, 2009
    Since 1882, this Harvard landmark has been a staple of Harvard Square. Browse for a new book or shop their wide array of official Harvard gear. Read more
  • Rosi Y.heart icon on user image
    Rosi YOctober 18, 2014
    So many books and all your Harvard merch to boot.
  • Tor/Forge
    Tor/ForgeFebruary 13, 2012
    Meet Sergey and Marina Dyachenko on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 7:00 PM as they read from their new novel The Scar.
  • nancie s.
    nancie scheirerJanuary 28, 2010
    4 floors of books - just amazing! This is a store that can't be missed if you're a book junkie!
  • Jessicaheart icon on user image
    JessicaJanuary 6, 2015
    it's like barnes and noble but bigger and cheaper
  • Nadine
    NadineSeptember 2, 2013
    Crimson overload. Long line to restrooms which are on the third floor.
  • Emilio C.
    Emilio CMay 28, 2013
    Great selection of books in the foyer
  • Mark H.
    Mark HoeplingerJune 1, 2012
    Wonderful and helpful staff, definitely +1
  • Meghan M.heart icon on user image
    Meghan McGeeAugust 18, 2017
    Love the book selection
  • Barnes N.
    Barnes NobleDecember 1, 2011
    Be sure to rent your textbooks from the bookstore this term and save more than 50% off!
  • Emilio C.
    Emilio CMay 27, 2014
    This place can give you some great reading tips.
  • Tor/Forge
    Tor/ForgeAugust 1, 2012
    Meet William Martin on Thursday, September 6, 2012 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new historical novel The Lincoln Letter. Read more
  • penguin
    penguinJune 24, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The lack of bathrooms in this place says wonders about Harvard's planning they put into this building
  • Arlyza W.
    Arlyza Wandi FauziJanuary 17, 2011
    If you're in the cafe bring a sweater as its very chilly. Read more
  • /\ㅌ¥J T.
    /\ㅌ¥J TJune 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Great to read Great to learn;)
  • Mark J.heart icon on user image
    Mark J.February 21, 2015
    I would like them more if they weren't secretly just a Barnes and Noble.
  • Ron B.
    Ron BlumMay 23, 2010
    Coop Cafe (2nd floor) has decent drinks, snacks, and hot sandwiches.
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