What would a true college town be without a good number of used CD stores? A local favorite for years, this is the place to go for that hard-to-find record, CD or tape at a great price. Featuring a variety of genres ranging from hip-hop to rock, the store has something for everyone. The knowledgeable staff is always eager to help you. The store is also a Ticketmaster outlet.
A full three stories on the west end of the Pearl Street Mall, this store has won the hearts of Boulderites and visitors alike. It boasts a particularly fine selection of children's books, fiction, biography, spirituality and Eastern Religion titles, though this is only a fraction of the myriad of genres that overflow from the shelves. In addition to books, there is also a large collection of periodicals (both used and new) and the shop often hosts lectures from authors and prominent figures on certain evenings. Check website for details.
Take a journey into Boulder's unusual mix of cultures in this gourmet coffee shop, the oldest in the city. Choose a book from the antiquarian selection and join the green-haired hipsters, university professors, yuppies and business people reading at tables indoors and out. Enjoy tasty beverages and baked goods. The dark and somewhat dingy atmosphere stirs personal reflection and intriguing conversations. Trident offers an alternative to today's modern coffee shops. The cluttered bookstore carries a varied selection of used titles and offers an international book search for rare editions.