The best book, hobby & craft shops in Santee

23 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 · 23 places · showing the latest additions first

Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Trolley Square, 9938 Mission Gorge Rd

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

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TuTuFun San Diego

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

TuTuFun San Diego is a DIY arts studio where you can actually make cool stuff, not just pin it. Try rug tufting, decoden art, pouring arts,…

4545 La Jolla Village Dr E2 (San Diego)

“TuTuFun San Diego is a DIY arts studio where you can actually make cool stuff, not just pin it. Try rug tufting, decoden art, pouring arts, bracelet making, or DIY candles. Great for date night, family time, or friend hangs, and you leave with a one-of-a-kind keepsake.”

From the Escondido newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Mark's Guitar Exchange

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Guitars are the focus at this mainstay, offering brand-name instruments, plus lessons & repairs.

3233 Midway Dr (San Diego)

“Guitars are the focus at this mainstay, offering brand-name instruments, plus lessons & repairs.”

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HobbyTown

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain with hobby-related merchandise, including model airplanes, remote-controlled cars & games.

9747 Mission Gorge Rd

“Chain with hobby-related merchandise, including model airplanes, remote-controlled cars & games.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

9108 Fletcher Pkwy Fletcher Hills Shopping Center (La Mesa)

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

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Top 40 Guitar Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Electric store for new and used guitars, amps and accessories, with repairs also available.

8774 Cuyamaca St Ste b

“Electric store for new and used guitars, amps and accessories, with repairs also available.”

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

MarketCenter, 10775 Westview Pkwy (San Diego)

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

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El Cajon Guitars and Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Relaxed storefront featuring a wide range of guitars (acoustic, electric, bass) plus amplifiers, drums and ukuleles.

1935 Friendship Dr STE E (El Cajon)

“Relaxed storefront featuring a wide range of guitars (acoustic, electric, bass) plus amplifiers, drums and ukuleles.”

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M-Theory Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Vibrant music store stocking a range of new & used CDs & records in a variety of genres.

827 W Washington St (San Diego)

“Vibrant music store stocking a range of new & used CDs & records in a variety of genres.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

8136 Mira Mesa Blvd Mira Mesa Mall (San Diego)

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

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Organ Stop, Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musical instrument showroom for acoustic & digital organs, plus performances & classes.

543 Front St (El Cajon)

“Musical instrument showroom for acoustic & digital organs, plus performances & classes.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

3994 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, Square (San Diego)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

8181 Mira Mesa Blvd (San Diego)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Promenade Shopping Center, 230 Town Center Pkwy

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

12060 Carmel Mountain Rd Carmel Mountain Plaza (San Diego)

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

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Best Buy

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer with a large array of brand-name electronics, computers, appliances & more.

5151 Mission Center Rd (San Diego)

“Chain retailer with a large array of brand-name electronics, computers, appliances & more.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

40 N 4th Ave (Chula Vista)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2740 Midway Dr, Sports Arena Blvd (San Diego)

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

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Art FORM store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Secondhand store stocked with beading supplies, gems, beads and sewing equipment.

2888 Adams Ave (San Diego)

“Secondhand store stocked with beading supplies, gems, beads and sewing equipment.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Genesis Square, 1242 Broadway (Chula Vista)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1640 Camino Del Rio N Ste 110 Westfield (San Diego)

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

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Taylor Guitars

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Taylor Guitars is right in our backyard, crafting acoustic and acoustic-electric beauties that feel easy to play and sound huge. From…

1980 Gillespie Way (El Cajon)

“Taylor Guitars is right in our backyard, crafting acoustic and acoustic-electric beauties that feel easy to play and sound huge. From couch-ready GS Minis to lush Builder's Edition models with V-Class bracing and that comfy Taylor Neck, you’ll find your next songwriting excuse fast.”

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Best Buy

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer with a large array of brand-name electronics, computers, appliances & more.

149 Fletcher Pkwy (El Cajon)

“Chain retailer with a large array of brand-name electronics, computers, appliances & more.”

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