Kids · Flatiron & Union Square
Books of Wonder
on Flatiron, with 6 more shops within a short walk
Children's bookstore founded in 1980 selling new titles plus vintage, rare and collectible editions, with a gallery of original children's book art and limited-edition prints.
Hours
Daily 11am–7pm
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.
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Before you go
What are Books of Wonder's hours?
Books of Wonder is usually open Daily 11am–7pm. Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop's site before a special trip.
Where is Books of Wonder?
Books of Wonder is at 42 W 17th St in Flatiron & Union Square, New York. It's near Flatiron Building (7 min walk).
Where can I park near Books of Wonder?
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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