The Calico Cat Bookshop

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495 E Main St
Ventura, CA 93001
The Calico Cat Bookshop is a small, independent bookshop in the heart of Ventura, California. Established in 1975, we have a long tradition of quality used and rare books. Everything from paperbacks to read at the beach to collectible, signed, first editions. We have thousands of books to browse through, and believe you'll find something special every time you come for a visit.

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4.032 reviews
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Craig W.
7/30/2025

I love all bookstores, no matter what, all of them. This one was slightly harder to love. First the positive: it has a great name. But alas, no cats. Second, I did find about four or...

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Lisa V.
5/11/2025

If you are looking for an old book, books to decorate with, unique antique volumes, this is your place! On Main Street so it's not a giant store but it is filled to the brim with classics. We did...

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Lindsey O.
6/25/2025

Very cool bookstore with some really rare, antique volumes of classics. They have some beautiful copies and a bunch of first editions. Just be aware that you probably won't find a lot of...

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Monty D.
9/30/2024

What a cure little bookshop! As you can see from pic, they have the "latest" available. But joking aside, for those that love the art of turning a page, it was a great escape from the electronic...

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Joanna M.
7/21/2024

So whether or not you will like this bookshop is dependent on your tastes. If you are more of a mainstream reader, this may not be the place for you. There is a wide selection of rare/hard to find...

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