Library of Birmingham
Library Library of Birmingham, Centenary Square, Broad St, Birmingham B1 2EA, United Kingdom:
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Address: Centenary Square, Broad St, Birmingham B1 2EA, United Kingdom
Website: birmingham.spydus.co.uk
Phone number: +44 121 242 4242
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Latitude: 52.4797078Longitude: -1.9085044
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Rosa Moctezuma
If you have children, don't bother taking them there yet. The library has almost 1 million books, and there were exactly 32 available for kids under the age of 6, and just 3 shelves for all kids and teenagers. Of course current conditions mean that the full library can’t be open, but a shelf or two of more books wouldn’t go amiss, surely?
Team on the door were friendly and helpful, but overall a disappointing trip.
1 month ago
Kyle Dunn
Extremely big and spacious, has a café on the ground floor. Has rooms dedicated for praying. Has an open balcony on two floors. Perfect for reading and studying.
3 months ago
Michael Cushman
On your first visit you may end up just admiring the building and the environment.
2 weeks ago
Hua Ran
Fantastic place a must visit, loved it.
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1 month ago
A K
What a library!!! From the outside architecture through the sections and books up to the skyline - amazing! Take the stairs and visit the "Shakespeare Memorial Room" or take a break and watch Birmingham in front of you! Go through the different exhibitions or dive into the books (additionally there are books offered for sale and one could probably find "next-book-to-read" Must see part of Birmingham!
3 months ago
Carlos Gonzalez
The Library is a stunning modernist building and a public library to boot. It's free to enter and one I think levels 7 to 9 are roof gardens where you can step out and get amazing views of Birmingham and Centenary Square were it not currently under development. On the top floor is also views, but only behind windows. Here you'll also find a very special room, the Shakespeare Room. It's a wood-panelled room originally built to house Birmingham's Shakespeare collection, but rebuilt here in the city's new library.
The facilities are also ultra modern with lots of computers, places to study and even private rooms for those who prefer quieter environments to study.
6 months ago
Mouner Saab
Amazing place. Do not miss the top floor and rooftop.
3 weeks ago
zach dean
An amazing place to study, visit or research. Very modern, well organised and structured Library.
The interior is amazing. There is a cafe on the ground floor. You can even catch views of the city from the upper levels by taking a stroll outside.
Highly recommend.
1 month ago
Jennifer Mooney
Absolutely fantastic range of books, articles and other resources available - from school/uni books to fictional books to whatever other books you can think of and it all free to borrow! By far the biggest library in all of Birmingham and most definitely the best looking both inside and outside
10 months ago
Sean Gaines
Great tourist attraction...but I couldn't find the books I was looking for. There is not as much of a range as expected from such a big building.
4 months ago
Alex Mendez
Excellent library and brilliant space for kids in the kids Area
1 week ago
Justin Engstrom
Amazing,,and wonderfull
1 month ago
bianca hockensmith
I was with my girlfriend in Birmingham for short visit and it was a great chance to see and visit the library. It’s a very beautiful building from outside and from the inside it’s great place. So many great books that you can get for any research you just dream about it! And the great room of Shakespeare is just amazing!
7 months ago
Tre God
AMAZING!! I LOVE THE BOOKS THERW
1 month ago
Vaughan Goodloe
Looks a fantastic building but unfortunately did not go inside. My wife was greeted by a member of staff at the front entrance , who was extremely rude and obnoxious. Very disappointed as this building had been recommended. Working in social care and my wife a nurse regrettably we feel a course in customer care would be beneficial for the staff
7 months ago
Darrell Barfels
Haven't seen the library of alexandria but I can confidently say this is 100 times better.
4 months ago
Kara Richard
A good place to study, great views from the top.
3 months ago
Shana M
Amazing place. Perfect for studying. Massive collection of literature. Beautiful place. There is also nice view if you go to the garden outside or visit the top floor. Check out the pics of what you can see. Free entry for everyone. If you are visiting Birmingham then you have to see this place.
6 months ago
Nazrul Islam
Awesome library especially the roof top garden visit is a must. Beautiful scenery with 360 view and its like a garden with benches so you can relax. There are two gardens one is situated in on the 7th floor and the other on the 9th floor. Lifts are slow and small so you may have to wait a while otherwise use the stairs.
2 months ago
Don Armour
What an amazing library! So big with so much to offer. Visit the secret garden for a spectacular view of Birmingham.
2 months ago
William Martin
Miss you more each day and to the great staff stay safe
4 months ago
Nicole Kaloupek
Love this library. The perfect place to go and work. So many places to sit and study. Can print and scan your documents. So many books I haven’t ventured to browse yet. Cute cafe on the ground floor. Friendly helpful staff. Never too busy. Air con when it’s hot too.
3 months ago
Steve Alexander
Place for soul, heart, mind. Hope to be reopen soon ????
2 months ago
Jawad Raza
This is a visually stunning new piece of architecture for Birmingham and Europe as it is one of the largest libraries on the continent. Beautiful array of gardens on the 4th and 7th floor. The Shakespeare Room at the top of the library is incredible and has been restored and moved from the original library. The upper floors have been designed to have an open mezzanine spanning several floors and is visually incredible. Definitely worth a visit and it is free. There is a café on the ground floor. Wheelchair accessible and friendly
5 months ago
Martin LaCombe
Amazing architecture! Never had a chance to visit this architectural gem despite living just 5 miles away. Went there with my photography club mates and we all enjoyed every minute! We took a lot of pictures inside as well outside on the terrace - spectacular views from the terrace by the way!
1 month ago
magazin almi
The Library in Birmingham is pretty great. I came here a lot when I lived in Birmingham. The building is modern from the outside and from the inside. I really enjoyed drinking a coffee in the cafeteria or look over the city from the terace which is open to the public. Pretty impressive building. 5*
3 months ago
rajesh tamang
What a beautiful library in terms of the exterior and interior! Love the friendly staff here and spacious study area!
1 week ago
Lora Bmw
Offering an excellent order and collect service within days! Thanks all at library of Birmingham!
4 days ago
Kim Mahler
Very friendly n nice
1 month ago
Rui Fernandes
Wonderful building. Must visit! There are 3 view points. In my opinion the middle is the best. Great views!
1 month ago
Gucci Gwen
First time here and with limited time due to the time we arrived went to the children's area first. Following this went to the 9th floor for the Skyview. The view is brilliant especially in a clear day. You are able to see well into the distance. You also get a great view of all the work currently going on in Birmingham. Went to the 7th floor after to the Secret Garden. This is where you can get the same view but outside on the rooftop garden. Brilliant open top view. Will visit again when I have a bit more time but great first impression and visit
8 months ago
Erin Benado
Didn't go in
2 weeks ago
francisco chavez
It is a superior library with 5 floors. It has got a terrace at the top floor. It has coffee shop and theatre. There is a big and artistic square in front of the library.
6 months ago
Paula Pena
Its a really big library and it's beautiful from the inside and it has got some nice gardens on the roof
3 months ago
joe alvaro
Great Piece of modern architecture, it's like a temple for books. Definitely worth a view also for tourists. From the roof garden there's a great view over Birmingham. In the top of the building you can visit Shakespeare's 'original' library.
5 months ago
Ralf Chiu
Great place to visit. Secret Garden at 7th floor must see
6 months ago
Janice Jones
Very beautiful place. Entire area around is full of beautiful pubs and restaurants. Happening area around.Building of Library is very attractive
8 months ago
Chelsea Byers
Beautiful piece of architecture in Birmingham city centre...amazing views making it ideal for some great pictures...
If going by car paradise circus car park is the closest..
1 month ago
Edward Pak
Gorgeous library of Birmingham! You have to check out the outdoor space and the Shakespeare Memorial Room!
1 week ago
Mike Willette
Amazing space, well worth a visit! Top level for secret garden - stunning views and walk around rooftop. Indoor escalators, moving bookcases, fantastic facilities. Downstairs cafe is adequate but service very slow.
1 week ago
Jon Miller
Great place to attend
2 weeks ago
Dominic Heap
Probably the coolest building in town. Great views of the city from the top!
4 months ago
Kathy Day
One of the best and most beautiful libraries I have ever seen. It’s more of a tourist location in Birmingham.
1 month ago
Chuck Laster
For the moment it's close but can offer you most amazing views to the city
10 months ago
Jay Reyes
Very good place lots of books
2 months ago
Ashley Everett
Due to lock down very restricted access. Great that it's now open though.
9 months ago
Megan Guare
A beautiful building inside and like marmite on the outside, I like it. Great facilities for study, somewhere quiet and great views of the city from floor 4, 7 and 9.
1 week ago
Karen Carey
Brilliant library and service. It's a gem in Birmingham
10 months ago
Eiram Honesta
Good library
Recommend
1 month ago
Alexander Noel
An absolutely astounding library. The interior design was wonderful and so aesthetically pleasing. It was a great experience walking through all the way to the top. Unfortunately, my visit was cut short as the RAC service person got to my car earlier than anticipated (tyre got punctured) and called me back. I will definitely be visiting and showing the rest of my family when I am in Birmingham again. A true landmark, would recommend a visit.
4 months ago
