Bart's Books,
302 West Matilija Street, Ojai, CA 93023
About Us
Bart's Books is a unique and peaceful bookstore located at 302 West Matilija Street in Ojai, California. Nestled in the serene surroundings of the Ojai Valley, our bookstore embodies mindfulness, peace, and shared knowledge. Since 1964, Bart's Books has been serving the community as the world's largest outdoor bookstore.
With a collection of over 130,000 new and used books, ranging from rare out-of-print finds to popular paperbacks, there is something for every reader at Bart's. Our dedicated staff, all passionate book-lovers, are happy to help you find the perfect book or offer recommendations for your next favorite read.
Whether you're a passionate reader, a curious traveler, an artistic soul, or simply looking for a good book to enjoy, Bart's Books welcomes you with open arms. Come visit us soon and experience the magic of our beloved bookstore.
Please note that we do not purchase books from the public between December 16 and January 2. You can contact us at [email protected] or call (805) 646-3755 for more information.
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Hours open
Monday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Reviews
"This cool book store was great to check out! A real diamond rough. The books on shelves on the outside of the store draw you in. With a layout that makes it feel like you are in a much larger space. With lots to see and browse through. I am looking forward to visiting again to see what new books will be in."
"Cool booksshop, new and used books. Nice speculative fiction section. Of course the outdoor setting is a lot of fun."
"Loved this place. It was so cute and had a really good selection of books. Everyone was respectful even when it got crowded. It’s just beautiful. I can’t wait to go back."
"I LOVE Bart's Books! Plan to spend a while. There is much to see. If you love to read or know someone who does, this is THE BOOK place!! It's totally unique and extraordinary. There are books outside on the walls. The people that work there love books and are super knowledgeable and helpful. If you are coming from Santa Barbara, it's about a 45-minute drive. If you haven't seen Bart's, I highly recommend it. Plan to spend the day."
"One of the most impressive bookstores I’ve ever visited, hands down. Its stunning location, stemming from an original residential home that has expanded to take on the entire lot is something to truly behold. Mostly dealing with used books, you find an incredible collection of not only single books but categories of books. My favorite area was the art annex and I managed to purchase some amazing vintage books in great quality for the fraction of their original prices. That’s something you wouldn’t expect from a bookshop in an affluent neighborhood! It’s completely overwhelming by its sheer amount of space and literature that it was hard to focus on any one area. Had I not been interested in art, I’m not sure I would have purchase anything at all since I couldn’t keep my concentration on any one location. But it’s a beautiful sight to see and a must visit if you’re in town. And you can’t just help want to support it and feel good that you’re actually reading something that has history and not a backlit screen."
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