The Bookworm is Hanoi's longest-running independent English-language bookstore (since 2003). It's not just a place to buy books — it's the 'second living room' of the bilingual parenting community in the capital.
The spacious children's section holds 2,000+ English titles, expertly curated by age (board book → middle grade → YA). American, British, and Australian editions are all stocked. Cushioned seats and low tables let kids browse for hours — staff never rush you to buy.
- Saturday Storytime: 10:30 every Saturday (ages 3–8).
- Author meet-ups: visiting foreign authors stop by.
- Book Swap: parents trade used books — monthly.
- Summer Reading Challenge for ages 6–12.
Sign up for the free Loyalty Card to get discounts and early storytime announcements. Weekends are busy — arrive before 10am if you want a seat at storytime.