The Bookworm

Known For
Exposed-brick shelves and cozy reading corners in a proper bookshop
The Bookworm is everything a bookshop should be — exposed brick, cozy nooks, a charming storefront, and shelves that seem to have exactly what you didn't know you were looking for. Downtown Highlands is lucky to have it.
🕐Best time to visit: quiet Tuesday mornings with a coffee in hand
Our Take
A cozy nook bookshop with exposed brick and a vintage interior in a mountain town is the kind of discovery that makes a weekend trip feel complete. The small review count keeps it from ranking higher, but 4.7 stars suggest that everyone who finds it leaves glad they did.
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Location
Downtown
555 Main St Box 430, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
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