State Library Victoria

Iconic free library for family adventures

Library
Indoor
Free
Melbourne

About

An iconic free public cultural landmark in Melbourne's CBD, home to a magnificent domed reading room, world-class exhibitions like World of the Book, and a year-round calendar of kids and family programs, from storytime and Baby Bounce to school holiday adventures.

Opening Hours

Monday
10am – 6pm(Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)
Tuesday
10am – 6pm(Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)
Wednesday
10am – 6pm(Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)
Thursday
10am – 6pm(Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)
FridayToday
10am – 6pm(Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)
Saturday
10am – 6pm(Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)
Sunday
10am – 6pm(Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)

Admissions

Free entry — no ticket required.

Where you'll be

Quarter, State Library Victoria

328 Swanston Street
0.5 km

Quarter, State Library Victoria

328 Swanston Street

What you'll experience

Food & Drinks

Cafe or food/drink options are available.

Good to know

Open daily 10am–6pm. Closed New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Organiser

SL

State Library Victoria

An iconic free public cultural landmark in Melbourne's CBD, home to a magnificent domed reading room, world-class exhibitions like World of the Book, and a year-round calendar of kids and family programs, from storytime and Baby Bounce to school holiday adventures.
Free
State Library Victoria | Fun for Kids