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Glasgow boasts a fantastic selection of bookshops and excellent libraries. As the weather turns to winter, there's no better pastime than finding a cosy spot to relax with a hot tea or coffee and immerse yourself in a good book.
To help you find the perfect reading haven, we've compiled a list of eight superb coffee spots conveniently located near some of the city's best literary locations.
Continue reading to explore eight great Glasgow coffee shops perfect for settling down with a captivating book this winter.
1. A taste of Turkish coffee
Ottoman Coffeehouse is prefectly located for anyone visiting the Mitchell Library. Grab a book and head along to this coffee shop, where you'll "Step Into 16th-Century Istanbul, Without Leaving Glasgow.." 73 Berkeley St., Glasgow G3 7DX | Ottoman Coffeehouse
2. 1841
This stylish coffee shop is perfect for those picking up books at the nearby Hillhead Library. It's recently undergone an impressive revamp. 14 Vinicombe St, Glasgow G12 8BG | 1841/Instagram
3. Black Pine Coffee Co.
Black Pine Coffee Co. on Great Western Road is close by to a number of bookshops. You'll find Caledonian Books, Thistle Books and Voltaire & Rousseau Bookshop. 516 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 8EL | Google Maps
4. Sorriso Cafe
Sorriso Cafe is a stylish spot in Merchant City. You can pick up your next read at Bigglestone Books. 81 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1NP | Sorriso Cafe/Facebook