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National Library Building

Library and Office
Downtown Core, Singapore
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    Jacob P.
    "Borrow a book to while you are at it"(5 Tips)
    Michelle W.
    "Queue outside the Study Lounge before they open to get a seat!"(6 Tips)
    Hongwen C.
    "lvl 8 is a reference library"(4 Tips)
    MK C.
    "Good place to enjoy reading books and cool down."(19 Tips)
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  • Cheen T.
    Cheen The CuriousMarch 21, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    An iconic building whichever junction you are admiring it from
  • Angela J.
    Angela JeanJune 9, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    You can bring reference books from any levels of the Reference Library to any other levels. Just use the staircase located at the left end (upon entry) of the Reference Library at your level.
    Upvoted Feb 26
  • Ted Patrick B.heart icon on user image
    Ted Patrick BoglosaDecember 29, 2015
    The 11th floor has the Southeast Asian book collection. A very good amount of books!
    Upvoted Mar 13
  • Felix B.
    Felix B.November 28, 2018
    Hi to the 11th floor and you will have a good free view over the city.
  • Victor O.
    Victor OhMarch 16, 2010
    This place is best to study. With its spacious surroundings and comfortable seating areas, you can spend the whole day camping here. At leas that's what I am doing
  • Ayaka W.
    Ayaka WatanabeJune 24, 2011
    Good for reference and self study. Got Internet too so you can refer to some sites like wiki even if you don't have your personal lap top. And normal books at level B1..
  • Lexelle d.heart icon on user image
    Lexelle de CharmaineDecember 31, 2021
    Been here 50+ times
    Wow, racial and status discriminations flying all over the toxic work place~ even external vendors get scrutinised like criminals? Thank you NLB for opening my eyes
  • Chutima N.
    Chutima NakwarinNovember 18, 2013
    Gigantic library and lots of activity here, especially for kids ^_^ modern 24 hrs. drop book kios
  • Jacob P.
    Jacob PangMarch 22, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    As per the tip about the toilets, the upper levels are way nicer. Borrow a book to while you are at it
  • MK C.heart icon on user image
    MK ChanJuly 23, 2017
    Good place to enjoy reading books and cool down.
  • Ashwin M.
    Ashwin MMarch 22, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    If you want to check the courses and programs offered at ESSEC, the French business school, go to their reception on 13th floor
  • M C.
    M CApril 20, 2010
    Check the library website for events/talks and book online for events on the top floor, named "The Pod". Excellent view (including the toilet) and its free! Read more
  • Lingheart icon on user image
    LingOctober 4, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    who needs to buy books. upper levels have more industry-specific books.
  • P F.heart icon on user image
    P FongAugust 10, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Hanis is a nice open air cafe on the ground floor.
  • Deswin L.
    Deswin LimOctober 9, 2016
    patrons need to be more considerate and only occupy the seats when needed. most of the seats are reserved with their belongings leaving others with no seats
  • Emvlyn O.
    Emvlyn OngJuly 9, 2015
    They have security checking bags so do not bring in any food or related stuff into the library.
  • Dinesh B.
    Dinesh BhatiaOctober 11, 2014
    TradeHero.mobi - financial learning and trading tip mobile app platform!
  • Kelvin A.
    Kelvin AngMarch 5, 2018
    Best library I ever visited in Singapore
  • Elizabeth L.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth LeeJuly 19, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Distinctive architecture in this place. Don't miss it.
  • Dolson J.
    Dolson JiechengFebruary 17, 2011
    Open at 930 morning. Make sure u queue up morning 830 or else u won't get seat. Especially sat and sun
  • J O.
    J OHApril 8, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Get few books borrowed at B1 then proceed to study room at level 5 or 7 for a peace of mind
  • Capt T.heart icon on user image
    Capt TsubasaJanuary 30, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Many books to borrow
  • May Z.
    May Zamora-CabajarDecember 30, 2010
    Watch out for very interesting cultural exhibits. This is a haven for those who love to read and study.
  • Michelle W.
    Michelle WongOctober 11, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Queue outside the Study Lounge before they open to get a seat! :) it's more crowded during the weekends too.
  • Figen E.heart icon on user image
    Figen EkinciMarch 19, 2015
    Must see when you come to Singapore! Impressing!
  • James L.
    James LeeMay 5, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Interesting exhibit of magazines!
  • Nicholas Aaron K.
    Nicholas Aaron KhooNovember 30, 2009
    Been here 10+ times
    All-time favorite drink - Avocado Shake at Hanis Cafe. Less than $5 and one of the best Avocado drinks around, not too sweet, just nice!
  • Alex L.
    Alex LeeJuly 28, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Finance students should hang out at level 7. Fantastic collection over here.
  • MACheart icon on user image
    MACMay 5, 2018
    Nice cafe, but pricey
  • Jillian L.
    Jillian LimDecember 16, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    Wanna borrow stuff? Go to b1: central public library. Has the largest fiction and literary arts collection out of the 20+ other libraries.
  • Seluna C.
    Seluna ChuaMarch 31, 2012
    Study lounge at 5th floor. Quiet, good air on, nice view outside.
  • Hongwen C.
    Hongwen ChenApril 22, 2012
    lvl 8 is a reference library, not for primary school students to do their home works!
  • Shawna L.
    Shawna LiuNovember 27, 2014
    A great place to wind down and chill out
  • Tian Guan L.
    Tian Guan LeeDecember 29, 2010
    Come here 10 mins early before the opening hours and hear the sweet message from the PA system.
  • P F.heart icon on user image
    P FongNovember 9, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    You can borrow DVD's at B1
  • Jaron T.
    Jaron T.April 23, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    library staff are friendly and helpful... Have questions? Ask them! (@level 11)
  • MOTLEY G.
    MOTLEY GUNSAugust 3, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Wah! A few days late return must pay $2.70? tai lang phang huay ah!
  • P F.heart icon on user image
    P FongSeptember 14, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Try the ham & eggs at Hanis.
  • Andrew H.heart icon on user image
    Andrew HealanSeptember 21, 2015
    plenty of steak not much sizzle
  • Evon T.
    Evon TaiOctober 16, 2010
    Library is big...but wonder y only level 5 is study lounge and it will super small >.<
  • JOhn C.
    JOhn ChuaDecember 31, 2011
    Toilets here are pretty awesome. Totally worth a visit here.
  • Nimrehs
    NimrehsSeptember 10, 2011
    An amazing building! I am coming here more often. It's great!
  • P F.heart icon on user image
    P FongSeptember 7, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    There is a sand garden at B1.
  • Edward L.
    Edward LeongNovember 27, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Books, books books
  • Haiqal A.
    Haiqal AzizNovember 10, 2011
    There are toilets near Hans Cafe below the stairs leading downwards near there.
  • May Z.
    May Zamora-CabajarMarch 23, 2011
    Check the exhibit schedules and visit 7th floor for good marketing books
  • Nathanael O.
    Nathanael OngFebruary 23, 2011
    The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. A book that leaves a life enhancing shift in ones perception on life. An ease to read.
  • Lucas Z.
    Lucas ZhaoOctober 25, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The view of the city is spectacular.
  • Hans T.
    Hans TeoJuly 25, 2013
    Cardboard Re!nvented Program
  • Elisa L.
    Elisa LowSeptember 26, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    It's really very updated. Try here unless you must own the book!
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