The best book, hobby & craft shops in Palm Springs

8 book, hobby & craft shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · 8 places · showing the latest additions first

University of California Riverside Official Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Spacious campus staple carrying textbooks & school supplies, school-spirit apparel & gifts.

900 University Ave E (Riverside)

“Spacious campus staple carrying textbooks & school supplies, school-spirit apparel & gifts.”

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

Galleria at Tyler, 3485 Tyler St (Riverside)

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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Cellar Door Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Small, cozy bookstore, with an inclusive feel, offering popular titles plus book clubs.

473 E Alessandro Blvd Ste B (Riverside)

“Small, cozy bookstore, with an inclusive feel, offering popular titles plus book clubs.”

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Renaissance Book Shop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Cozy store featuring a wide selection of books, music, and movies, plus a helpful owner.

3772 Elizabeth St (Riverside)

“Cozy store featuring a wide selection of books, music, and movies, plus a helpful owner.”

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Urge Palette Art Supplies

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Urge Palette Art Supplies is a neighborhood art shop run by artists, stocking MTN spray paint, Krink markers, Gamblin oils, and Trekell…

3635 9th St (Riverside)

“Urge Palette Art Supplies is a neighborhood art shop run by artists, stocking MTN spray paint, Krink markers, Gamblin oils, and Trekell brushes, plus an in-house gallery and hands-on workshops. If your creative itch needs scratching, this is worth the quick Riverside run from Rancho.”

From the Fontana newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Music Heals Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music Heals Inc. is the Palm Springs nonprofit turning music into community fuel, offering inclusive lessons for all abilities and guiding…

280 N Palm Canyon Dr

“Music Heals Inc. is the Palm Springs nonprofit turning music into community fuel, offering inclusive lessons for all abilities and guiding students from rhythm basics to songwriting.”

From the Cathedral City newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Smoke Tree Commons Shopping Center, 2465 E Palm Canyon Dr Bldg 3

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

3560 Riverside Plaza Dr #408 (Riverside)

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

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