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The Vermont Book Shop

★4.7Google rating(175 reviews)
The Vermont Book Shop
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Known For

Exposed brick shelves stocked with the confidence of decades of good taste

The Vermont Book Shop has the exposed brick and charming storefront of a place that has been doing this long enough to know exactly what it is. The bright & airy interior and vintage bones make every visit feel grounding.

🕐Best time to visit: late morning on a weekday when the staff has time to recommend

38 Main St, Middlebury, VT 05753, USA

Our Take

The Vermont Book Shop earns its place with rare finds, a staff that's genuinely read their recommendations, and a bright vintage storefront wrapped in exposed brick that looks like a bookshop from a novel. This is the kind of independent that makes you want to slow down and stay longer — a standout local favorite in every sense.

bookshopBurlington, VT★ 4.7 Google

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Downtown

38 Main St, Middlebury, VT 05753, USA

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