Ojai｜Bart’s Books – The Largest Outdoor Bookstore in the US 📚🌿

Tucked away in the charming town of Ojai, Bart’s Books has been running since 1964 and is said to be the largest outdoor bookstore in the United States! 🏡✨ Quietly nestled on a street corner, its understated entrance is easy to miss—but step inside, and you’ll discover a whole new world. The courtyard is wrapped in lush greenery 🌿, with rows of bookshelves forming a maze-like wonderland of stories. Every shelf is filled with used books of all kinds, organized in a way that feels both casual and magical. There’s nothing overly fancy here—just a simple, rustic charm that makes you feel instantly at peace. On a quiet morning, with sunlight filtering through the trees and birds singing softly 🐦☀️, sitting in the courtyard flipping through a few pages is the perfect way to start a day exploring Ojai. 🍃📖 📍 Bart’s Books 302 W Matilija St, Ojai, CA 93023 Have you been to Bart’s Books or another hidden gem in a small California town? What’s your favorite cozy, peaceful spot to unwind with a good book? Share your recommendations or your own slow-travel stories below! 💬❤️ #Ojai #LAWeekendGetaway #SantaBarbara #OutdoorBookstore #SlowTravel #QuietEscapes #CaliforniaSmallTowns #WeekendInOjai #BookLovers #UsedBooks #HistoricSpots #NatureAndReading #CharmingOjai #ExploreLocal #LiteraryRetreat