Books · Flatiron & Union Square
Barnes & Noble Union Square
on Flatiron, with 6 more shops within a short walk
Four-floor bookstore on the north side of Union Square with toys and games, vinyl records, a café and print-on-demand, plus frequent author events and children's storytime.

Hours
- Monday
- 9am–9pm
- Tuesday
- 9am–9pm
- Wednesday
- 9am–9pm
- Thursday
- 9am–9pm
- Friday
- 9am–10pm
- Saturday
- 9am–10pm
- Sunday
- 10am–9pm
Checked October 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Near Flatiron Building (7 min walk).
Good to know
- Parking
- Take the subway to 14 St-Union Sq (4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R, W), or to 23 St (R, W) by the Flatiron Building. On market days the Greenmarket fills 17th Street between Broadway and Park Ave South and Union Square West between 15th and 17th Streets.
- Flatiron shops
- Most stores open around 10am–11am and close at 7pm, while the bookstores run later (Strand to 9pm, Barnes & Noble to 9pm or 10pm) and Eataly runs 7am–11pm.
From Poets & Writers
Barnes & Noble: Union Square
This Barnes & Noble bookstore is located in Union Square in Manhattan and its four floors include a wide selection of books as well as toys and games, vinyl records, a café, and a printer for print-on-demand books. This location hosts frequent author events as well as a storytime series for children
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Before you go
What are Barnes & Noble Union Square's hours?
Barnes & Noble Union Square is usually open Mon–Thu 9am–9pm, Fri–Sat 9am–10pm, Sun 10am–9pm. Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop's site before a special trip.
Where is Barnes & Noble Union Square?
Barnes & Noble Union Square is at 33 E 17th St in Flatiron & Union Square, New York. It's near Flatiron Building (7 min walk).
Is Barnes & Noble Union Square open on Sunday?
Yes, usually 10am–9pm on Sundays.
Where can I park near Barnes & Noble Union Square?
The closest option for Flatiron & Union Square is Take the subway to 14 St-Union Sq (4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R, W), or to 23 St (R, W) by the Flatiron Building. On market days the Greenmarket fills 17th Street between Broadway and Park Ave South and Union Square West between 15th and 17th Streets.. Most of the district is also an easy walk from the subway.
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