Entry No. 1 — the Philadelphia file — filed under: witchy

Garland of Letters Bookstore

Philadelphia's oldest New Age bookstore, quietly running since 1972 — over 50 years of incense smoke, tarot decks, and world-religion stacks under one South Street roof, calling itself 'A Community of Learners' rather than a shop.

The move: Browse the tarot and oracle deck wall until you each pick one for the other, then linger over the resin and mineral cases for a shared altar piece — the shop also runs its own yoga and wellness classes if you want to extend the afternoon.

• 📍 South Street / Bella Vista
• 💸 $$
• ⚡ Up for anything
• 🌗 Indoors

Where: 527 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Hours: Added 2026-07-19 — confirm current hours before you go.

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Further reading: Official site · phillymag.com

last checked: 2026-07-19