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Hill of Content Bookshop

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Melbourne's oldest bookshop, Hill of Content provides a broad and discerning range of books, published locally and overseas, in a pleasant browsing environment.

Hill of Content goes one step further than large bookstores and distinguishes itself with friendly and personalised customer service. They offer an efficient special order service, free gift wrapping and free delivery within the CBD.

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Day Times
Monday
  • 10am - 5pm 10am - 5pm
Tuesday
  • 10am - 6pm 10am - 6pm
Wednesday
  • 10am - 6pm 10am - 6pm
Thursday
  • 10am - 6pm 10am - 6pm
Friday
  • 10am - 7pm 10am - 7pm
Saturday
  • 10am - 6pm 10am - 6pm
Sunday
  • 11am - 5pm 11am - 5pm

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Hill of Content Bookshop
86 Bourke St
Melbourne 3000

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  • telephone number: 03 9662 9472
  • email address: melbourne@hillofcontentbookshop.com
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