Seven Stars
A distinguished Cambridge establishment
Central Square's Portal to the Metaphysical
Who Runs It
Seven Stars has been Cambridge's destination for New Age, metaphysical, and spiritual books since its founding. The staff includes practitioners and enthusiasts who bring lived experience to their recommendations.
The Origin
Seven Stars emerged to serve seekers: those exploring tarot, astrology, crystals, meditation, and spiritual traditions outside the mainstream. It's a bookstore for questions without easy answers.
What Makes It Special
The combination is unique: serious books on occult traditions alongside crystals, tarot decks, and incense. The atmosphere is genuinely contemplative—this isn't a gift shop with a spiritual veneer.
For Cambridge's substantial community of spiritual seekers, alternative practitioners, and the curious, Seven Stars is essential. It's where you browse when you're asking big questions.
What People Love
Customers appreciate the depth of selection, the non-judgmental atmosphere, and staff who take the material seriously.
What To Know
This is a specialty metaphysical shop, not a mainstream bookstore. Know what you're looking for (or be open to exploration).
Books are cover price. Crystals and tools vary; quality pieces are priced accordingly.
Rating Breakdown
Strong ratings from a devoted audience. The target customers are very satisfied.
What Customers Say
“This is the real thing—not a commercialized crystal shop. The book selection on esoteric traditions is unmatched.”
“Came in curious about tarot, left with a deck and reading recommendations. The staff was patient and helpful.”
“Very niche. If you're not into this stuff, it's not going to convert you.”
Insider Tips
Weekday afternoons for unhurried browsing and staff attention.
Tell staff where you are in your practice or exploration—they'll recommend books at the right level.
The book selection on specific traditions (Kabbalah, astrology, specific tarot systems) is deeper than you'd expect.
Central T stop is 5 minutes away. Street parking on Mass Ave is metered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you do tarot readings?
They occasionally have readers available, but check ahead. The primary focus is selling books and supplies.
Can you recommend a first tarot deck?
Absolutely—staff are experts at matching decks to people. Tell them your aesthetic preferences and how you plan to use it.
Known For
Transit Connections
Accessibility
Small step at entrance
Reddit Mentions
Nearby in Central Square
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