Garland of Letters Bookstore

The owner and staff were very helpful and welcoming when we visited on a Philly Bookstore walking tour. We discovered that Garland opened in 1972, and is one of the oldest New Age bookstores in the country. They also offer yoga classes, have lovely jewelry, statues, cards, and more. We had fun with the pick-your-own selection of gem stones display, and will be sharing them at a local youth nature center.

If you are interested in world religion, this is the good place to stop by to check it out yoga, Hinduism, and Buddhism with quite interesting objects and items for your bookshelf or window decoration.

I have always adored this place since I was a kid because of the incense and I told myself one day I will shop there and I finally did. I loved it here everyone was so friendly and if I needed help I could just ask. There were so many great products there.

Garland of Letters Bookstore is a whimsical oasis in the heart of Philly! This enchanting shop is a haven for spiritual seekers and literary lovers alike. Packed with an eclectic array of books on metaphysics, mysticism, and alternative healing, it's a treasure trove for anyone on a quest for knowledge and enlightenment. The cozy, incense-infused atmosphere invites you to explore its many nooks and crannies, finding hidden gems and unique gifts along the way. A visit to Garland of Letters is like stepping into a magical world where every book is a gateway to a new adventure!

I been visiting this store since i waa a teenager. Always the staff are super nice, helpful, & friendly. Another store currently went out of business Mineralistic, when i visited them they treated you like a criminal even worse making a purchase i asked lady at register how much a product was i thought it was $5. It was an incense/smudging bundle. She turned around and looked at me like i was crazy. Extremly rude unprofessional in manner. I am not surprised they decided to close the store. Maybe they have health problems & I feel sympathetic to this fact. They expressed an angry demeanor to the public. Thank you Garland of Letters for you are the best store on South Street since forever! You were around when great stores like Zipperhead were still up & running. You are a South Street charm.