Books · East Passyunk Ave
A Novel Idea on Passyunk
on East Passyunk, with 6 more shops within a short walk
Couple-owned independent bookstore with new and used books, author signings and events; marked seven years on the avenue in November 2025.
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 12pm–6pm
- Thursday
- 11am–6pm
- Friday
- 11am–6pm
- Saturday
- 11am–6pm
- Sunday
- 11am–4pm
Checked October 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Good to know
- Parking
- Street parking on side streets
- East Passyunk shops
- Daily; evenings popular
Like A Novel Idea on Passyunk? try these
Every books shop in Philly →Shops a few minutes away
All of East Passyunk →- August Moon BoutiqueBoutiques · 1729 E Passyunk Ave1 min walk
- Philly TypewriterVintage · 1735 E Passyunk Ave1 min walk
- OccasionetteBoutiques · 1704 E Passyunk Ave1 min walk
- Stogie Joe’s TavernDining · 1801 E Passyunk Ave1 min walk
- Lilypad Thriftkids · 1841 E Passyunk Ave2 min walk
- N.R.S. BoutiqueVintage · 1822 E Passyunk Ave2 min walk
Before you go
What are A Novel Idea on Passyunk’s hours?
A Novel Idea on Passyunk is usually open Wed 12pm–6pm, Thu–Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 11am–4pm. Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop’s site before a special trip.
Where is A Novel Idea on Passyunk?
A Novel Idea on Passyunk is at 1726 E Passyunk Ave in East Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia.
Is A Novel Idea on Passyunk open on Sunday?
Yes, usually 11am–4pm on Sundays.
Where can I park near A Novel Idea on Passyunk?
The closest option for East Passyunk Ave is Street parking on side streets. Most of the district is also an easy walk from SEPTA.
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