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State Library of New South Wales

Sydney, Australia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST LIBRARIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 75 2026
State Library of New South Wales

State Library of New South Wales is a heritage research and public library in central Sydney, near Martin Place and the Botanic Garden. Its sandstone Mitchell Wing and a newer glass-walled building joined by a bridge hold reading rooms and exhibition galleries.

Highlights

  • Mitchell Library Reading Room
  • Stained glass and skylight
  • Free exhibition galleries

Good to know

  • Free entry to public zones and standard exhibitions
  • Free guided tour on Fridays at noon
  • Research collections cannot be borrowed by tourists

Also in Australia

  1. State Library Victoria N° 12 State Library Victoria Melbourne Public library
  2. State Library of South Australia N° 52 State Library of South Australia Adelaide Public library
  3. City of Perth Library N° 88 City of Perth Library Perth Public library