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Blue Bicycle Books

4.6Google rating(420 reviews)
Blue Bicycle Books

Known For

New and used titles side by side in a warmly worn-in space

Blue Bicycle Books fills its exposed brick walls with an eclectic mix of new and used titles, and the cozy nook seating near the back invites you to stay far longer than planned. The vintage interior and charming storefront make it one of Charleston's most visually satisfying book destinations.

🕐Best time to visit: Rainy afternoons when the store feels especially sheltering

420 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

Our Take

Hand-written shelf notes and an independent bookseller spirit give Blue Bicycle Books the kind of personality that chain stores spend millions trying to manufacture. It's a charming, well-loved staple of the Charleston bookshop scene.

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Downtown

420 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

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