Book lovers in Connecticut have no shortage of great destinations to check out. We’ve got great bookstores, libraries, and even a restaurant where you can get a free book when you dine. We’ve curated a fun book-themed road trip in Connecticut for you. The total one-way driving time is a little less than two hours, so you’ll have plenty of time to peruse all the shelves at each stop!
This is a fun little trip that won’t take up much of your time, and it’s perfect for anyone who loves books in Connecticut.
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Before you hit the road, you’ll want to stop for a bite to eat. What better spot to get a bite to eat than The Traveler Restaurant?
Bryan Semon/Google Maps The Traveler Restaurant, 1257 Buckley Hwy # I-84, Union, CT 06076, USA
This spot not only has great comfort food, it’s also got plenty of books, and you get one free with each meal. The building is also home to the Cellar Bookstore, where you can purchase additional books. The grab bags are a great way to get more bang for your buck and discover new authors.
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Your next stop will be in Hartford at the Mark Twain House and Museum. Mark Twain was perhaps the most famous American novelist of all time, and many of his best known works were written right here in Connecticut.
Steve Gray/Google Maps Mark Twain House and Museum Parking, Unnamed Road, Hartford, CT 06105, USA
His home is now a fantastic museum where you can learn all about his life and works.
Oriental Rugs Cleaning Weston Pros/Google Maps Not able to stop by in person right now? That’s okay, you can take a virtual tour on the Mark Twain House website.
Buckle up, because you’ll be driving down to the coast for your next stop. Madison’s R. J. Julia Booksellers is one of the best independent bookstores in Connecticut.
John Romanello/Google Maps RJ Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd, Madison, CT 06443, USA
With two floors, there’s a lot to explore here!
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You’ll then take a short drive to Niantic to see the absolutely massive Book Barn. This 500,000-book collection will take some time to browse through!
Book Barn Niantic The Book Barn, 41 W Main St, Niantic, CT 06357, USA
It’s almost overwhelming how many books are here. They’re spread out over multiple buildings and there are also games and gardens throughout.
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Did we miss your favorite spot for books in Connecticut? Share it in the comments and you never know, maybe you’ll see it featured on a future road trip.
Book lovers in Connecticut have no shortage of great destinations to check out. We’ve got great bookstores, libraries, and even a restaurant where you can get a free book when you dine. We’ve curated a fun book-themed road trip in Connecticut for you. The total one-way driving time is a little less than two hours, so you’ll have plenty of time to peruse all the shelves at each stop!
Book lovers in Connecticut have no shortage of great destinations to check out. We’ve got great bookstores, libraries, and even a restaurant where you can get a free book when you dine. We’ve curated a fun book-themed road trip in Connecticut for you. The total one-way driving time is a little less than two hours, so you’ll have plenty of time to peruse all the shelves at each stop!
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The Traveler Restaurant, 1257 Buckley Hwy # I-84, Union, CT 06076, USA
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Mark Twain House and Museum Parking, Unnamed Road, Hartford, CT 06105, USA
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Not able to stop by in person right now? That’s okay, you can take a virtual tour on the Mark Twain House website.
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RJ Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd, Madison, CT 06443, USA
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Book Barn Niantic
The Book Barn, 41 W Main St, Niantic, CT 06357, USA
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Fun book fact: did you know that the Scoville Memorial Library in Connecticut is the oldest free public library in the United States?
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