When it comes to bookstores, you’ll often expect to find a small homey shop that’s not too exciting. The Book Barn in Niantic is the complete opposite of that image, as this expansive bookshop is not just a little bookstore, but a whole experience. This book warehouse expands about a mile featuring gardens and little nooks, and they are the largest book seller featuring 500,000 books total! Get ready to lost an entire day browsing away at this charming, quirky, and gigantic bookstore in the oceanfront town of Niantic.

Welcome to The Book Barn in Niantic!

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This “book warehouse” is truly any bookworm’s dream come true.

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There’s truly nowhere else like the Book Barn. There are five little buildings throughout the property to explore, and they have accumulated over 500,000 books total.

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Their collection is always growing, so maybe one day they’ll reach a million!

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Outside you’ll find many lush gardens and quirky art installations. This book store is so much more than a room with shelves.

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Each building of The Book Barn is themed. Be sure to stop at “The Haunting” to find your mystery thrillers, or “The Last Page” for a room full of nonfiction.

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Don’t be surprised if you find a furry friend or two - The Book Barn is home to a few cat friends too.

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The Book Barn is one of the largest bookstores in Connecticut, and by far the most interesting. Any book you’re looking for, you’re sure to find here in Niantic.

The Book Barn/Facebook For more information on The Book Barn, you can visit their website right here.

Have you ever been to The Book Barn in Niantic? Was it magical? We’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments!

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For more information on The Book Barn, you can visit their website right here.

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Address: The Book Barn, 41 W Main St, Niantic, CT 06357, USA