Heather Pl
01.03.2025
Gorgeous library and one of the best ones I've been to in the UK.
Known for being one of Europe's largest libraries and consists of 9 floors.
2 outdoor areas, one being a secret garden, which is a lovely little touch to get some fresh air and overlook the city views. Can imagine this being an extremely popular place to visit during the warmer days.
One floor dedicated to Shakespeare.
All the other floors dedicated to study spaces, quiet areas, access to computers and spaces to bring your laptop.
There are plenty of books around on most floors and got lost in the middle of them all. I'm really blown away by this remarkable building.
Water fill-up points available as well as wellbeing area.
Busy library, mid Saturday.
win task
23.02.2025
Birmingham Library has been described as the largest public library in the UK, largest public cultural space in Europe and the largest regional library in Europe.
This library was opened in Sep 2013 and its distinctive facade is made up of 5357 interlocking circles. This beautiful library was nominated for the Stirling Prize in 2014. There’re more than 1 million books on shelves and one of the busiest library in UK.
Birmingham Library is truly a shining gem in the city's landscape. you'll find an excellent collection of books, periodicals, historical maps and a lot more to provide wide range of interests to public.
Don’t forget to visit secret garden on top of the library. Free entry for a beautiful panoramic view of this beautiful city’s landscape. Oh and top of the Library, Shakespeare collection room is the cherry on top in Library. It has the 2nd largest Shakespeare collection in the world. Worth to visit library if you around.
Joseph Lewis
23.02.2025
First of all, the architecture and design of this library is utterly breathtaking, secondly, they offer one of the largest selections of books I've seen. I have never been to the rooftop gardens personally but they look really nice and peaceful from pictures I have seen.
Jazz Collins
20.02.2025
Very expansive and welcoming with great resources for all to use. Huge shoutout to Al who was very friendly and helped me finish signing up for my library card and print an important document I needed!
Laura F.
14.02.2025
Such an amazing library.
It's super big and the architecture impressive. There is a very interesting Shakespeare memorial on the 9th floor and on 7th floor there is a funky garden, called Secret garden with great views of Birmingham.
There are a couple of cafes but we couldn't find them on the day.
Still highly recommended !
Francigleuma
12.02.2025
Muito interessante em vários aspectos. A estrutura física, os jardins suspensos e organização! Perfeito!
Ko Kwang Jin
06.02.2025
버밍엄 도서관
Mahtab Shahin
03.02.2025
The Library of Birmingham is a modern space with extensive books, study areas, and digital resources. Its rooftop garden offers great city views. A must-visit for book lovers and researchers alike.
Beata Szczepanska
02.02.2025
Somehow I have never visited before but we finally went last weekend as we were passing by. Such lovey place to be, especially the terrace. We played hide and seek with my son and I haven’t taken any pictures with the views but I promise I will next time 😉
My son loves books, so seeing so many in one placed wowed him😂
saimei wong
02.02.2025
It’s a great place to visit. The view from the outside area is amazing, and there are a variety of books to choose from:)
Laurence P
31.01.2025
NOT IN BURMINGHAM WE DONT🗣🔥🗣🔥🗣🔥🗣🔥
Full steam
30.01.2025
Even on a cold day the gardens were restful and a great escape from the hubbub of the city
