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State Library of South Australia

Adelaide, Australia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST LIBRARIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 52 2026
State Library of South Australia

A state reference and research library on North Terrace in Adelaide, housed in several connected buildings. The historic Mortlock Wing, with its galleries and old books, sits alongside modern study areas and exhibitions.

Highlights

  • Mortlock Wing galleries
  • Mortlock Chamber reading room
  • Centre for Democracy exhibition

Good to know

  • Free entry
  • Free guided tours available, booking advised
  • Silent study areas, drinks not allowed in some rooms

Also in Australia

  1. State Library Victoria N° 12 State Library Victoria Melbourne Public library
  2. State Library of New South Wales N° 75 State Library of New South Wales Sydney Public library
  3. City of Perth Library N° 88 City of Perth Library Perth Public library