The Last Bookstore

The Last Bookstore is a beloved Downtown Los Angeles landmark that describes itself as a living love letter to literature, art, music, and movies. Set inside a historic building on Spring Street, the multilevel space blends new and used books and records with rotating art installations and local artwork throughout. Upstairs, the balcony level draws visitors with immersive photo opportunities and creative displays that make it as much a cultural experience as a bookstore. The venue also hosts events, book launches, film shoots, and private parties among the stacks. Guests consistently call it the coolest bookstore in LA, and the sprawling, labyrinthine layout rewards every visit with something new to discover.