Reviews of Vancouver Public Library, Central Library (Library)

Nicholas Lin

Building is frequently seen in TV shows. Great architecture

Jolic Ivica

Ok

Parsa Manouchehrian

Best place ever

Skyler Gonsalves

An awesome library to visit! If you're in Vancouver you must stop by for the experience

Rodolfo Stival Melegari

Vast variety of books in the most diverse topics. Excellent studying environment.

R L

Wonderful layout and architectural designs.

David McCaughey

Very beautiful building

Nerdmaid Faith

Wonderful quiet place to work, just note that you need a library card to access the internet

Eddie C

Blown away by the services, the incredibly helpful staff and the wonderful facilities. Very impressed.

John van Bockxmeer

Awesome library experience with multiple floors of resources, computers and quiet spaces. Well connected by public transport and a good selection of retail offerings on the ground floor.

wls wls

A comprehensive collection of reference materials in all formats. $2 VPL Card.

Alphonsus To

Vancouver landmark. Wonderful design that makes it a pleasure to be in. Large selection of books that are well sorted and spacious.

Tatchai Titichetrakun

A great collection of books including ones from other languages. New books arrive every week. Transfer service where your books are transmitted to your closet branch is quick and efficient. Hold service is also available.

0ne Zer0

I love books! This place is awesome! thumbs up! whoooot!

Juliana Guerreiro

Awesome place and the staffing were so kind and patient.

Caeli

Oh, it feels so good to be back here, even thought it feels.. emptier than I remember. Hopefully it's back to feeling like a home study away from home soon.

Nicholas Milton

A credit to Vancouver

Alexabeth L

Very worth to visit. I've just take the pic around the library.Beautiful!

Harry Kooner

Nice quiet place to study.

Sadie Rose

The library is Beautiful, staff are amazing

Melissa D

I havent had the opportunity to go into the library during my visit to Vancouver, however i am giving it 5 stars based on it's exterior & also because it gave me the wonderful opportunity to visit the set of The Flash (tv show)

Stephen Johnson

Beautifully constructed library. One of my favorite places to go downtown and do some quiet work and reflect on all the mistakes I’ve ever made in my life. They have lots of books here. And when I say lots of books, I mean lots of books! Like, probably too many books. You guys compensating for something? Anyway, the staff are always friendly, even when I don’t pay my late fees... my main complaint is that the men’s bathrooms sometimes smell like alcohol because homeless people come in there and get drunk and spill beer everywhere. But it’s barely the library’s fault. Overall, I’ll definitely keep visiting ???? even with the alcohol smell, it’s easily one of the best public washrooms downtown

Rachel Wong

I love this building! Amazing architecture and a huge selection of resources available.

Hale V

My favorite library of all time. I can always find helpful librarians and a lot of quiet spots to enjoy my reading. I would always visit this library once a week since I used to live nearby. Too bad that I have moved.

C M

Clean nice library in Central Vancouver. Variety of books with various languages, you can use washroom, they have meeting room, vending machine for food and drink, and I love the rooftop!

Sam

It was my first time at VPL. I had a great experience. Super good place to study and work ❤️

Charlie Huang

A beautifully designed public building done in a masterful way. Also popular filming location for movie & TV series.

Alex Vardy

Large and spacious.

Chris U

Beautiful building and location

Fakhr Alrakwi

Tourists and locals Vancouver heaven place to hangout and chill Here you can find tons of educational and personal entertainment for your kids and yourself Well maintained secured and clean environment Millions of dollars were invested in this majestic building and lot of innovation into its creation DVDs music cds stories books references you name it they have it to local and international magazines Computer stations and specialized equipment 8 floor is a calm reading area and laptops plugs available in a neat way 9 floor is a garden balcony view with lot of chair and tables spot to choose Water fountain are on each floor nearby washrooms and to keep you hydrated Keep an eye on each floor on those museums items and collectibles

Ashley McC

Beautiful library with an amazing assortment of resources and a lovely atrium filled with cafes and shops

Edmond Wu

Absolutely gorgeous place to come and sit down to relax for reading.

Sharon Esson

Love VPL Central branch. Staff helped me find exactly what I was looking for. Felt covid safe too.

Nicole Alex

Nicest library I've been to in awhile. Big, lots of spaces my issue is finding an outlet sometimes it gets confusing which place do/don't. It's fairly busy on weekends but most people are sitting quietly doing their own thing. Security also did a good job the other day diffusing a situation instead of escalating and I thought that was commendable. Good views during sunset + nicely decorated

Nicole Alex

Nicest library I've been to in awhile. Big, lots of spaces my issue is finding an outlet sometimes it gets confusing which place do/don't. It's fairly busy on weekends but most people are sitting quietly doing their own thing. Security also did a good job the other day diffusing a situation instead of escalating and I thought that was commendable. Good views during sunset + nicely decorated

Natasha E Campbell

A great space to get inspiration and stay focused.

Nihriju S

Very shocked it only opens at 10 am. Thought it would open by 8. Beautiful building and services.

Celal ASLAN

I really like the VPL. Their service and staff is great. I visit here every now and then not just to rent materials but sit down quietly and study. The reason why I gave 3 stars is because today I have bitten by bedbugs when I was sitting in cushioned chairs for 30 mins. The chair I was sitting on is clean and looking good. As I was sitting there I fold my shirts sleeve and put it on the armrest while I was reading my book. I was chatting with a friend at that time and didn't notice slight pain arising from my arm. When I looked at my right arm I was shocked and immediately get up from there and informed the VPL staff. They're taking care of it now but I just want to put it here just in case. Be aware of the cleanliness of the seats before sit and always double check.

Deniz Bilgin

Easy to find the book you're looking for. Great selection of foreign magazines. The staff is helpful. Make sure to bring your rental agreement if you want to get a library card. It's often hard to get a hold of a computer. They're always taken. Check out the upper floors to find a quiet study space. The washrooms on the ground level are often frequented by homeless people.

Priyank M

Beautiful place to relax, read a book and sip on a coffee. Lots and lots of great collections of books and magazines. They also have books in foreign languages which is quite useful. Their rooftop patio is a great place to enjoy a nice book and some fresh air. Helpful staff and great location.

Jesseny Field

Such a great space! When travelling, my first point is always a library, it helps you find your bearings, find a job and stuff to do, or relax! I think the space is amazing here, great facilities, it’s easy to sign up to gain computer and internet access, well laid out space :)

David H

Lovely building

John Batica

Favourite place to hide from the world

Chris

Great place to study but it can get noisy.

Fahim Namileh

My favourite place.

HomeMade Makers

waste of tax, each floor one toilet :( , closing as soon as you can start study, its a circus not library

Ed Hsieh

Library is really good and beautiful, second floors has publish washroom but it’s gross and super dirty . See many homeless actually take shower there ( yes In the washroom ) and I got my wallet stolen there when I was a international students , being said the safety is indeed a concern .

Elin Roz

Great library, shame its full with homeless and drug users..

Pebbles 2020

Friendly staff and management. My favorite branch is Collingwood???????????? Great place to find movies to watch. And also books that teaches you variety of things from health wellness to recipes and also CDs to listen to

R.J. Powers

Great archives for almost anything that needs research. Accessible hours, friendly helpful staff and volunteers, plethora of materials from children's interactive floor full of games, dvds, and books to the multi media of the third floor to everything else one would expect from a top notch library.

Ein Bar

I was been here for a seminar. Seminar organizers are not mentioned the exact place on the invitation. So people who came to the seminar were scattered everywhere and looking for a location. Staffs in the library helped us to locate the exact place. They are very friendly. I was there on the opening time. People were queuing up to enter the library. mostly middle age and the elderly. Never seen that before in my entire life. They are actually hurry to capture the computer :) very cool place .

MCA Fielding

Love this library, open, well laid out and great staff ????

3 1 5 7 3

When I first arrived in Vancouver Canada from Victoria BC the Central library was my preferred location. It's conveniently open until 9 p.m. weekdays. Situated in the downtown core surrounded by lots of restaurants and shops.

Derek Gudmandson

Friendly staff very helpful

Stephen Maloney

Love the feel of this place. Large and volumous and dense with nooks and alcoves.

Mara Coelho

Beautiful place and excellent ambience for studying or reading!

davin boutang

Amazing urban design and a must to visit the roof top section to overview the city

Jeremy Arnie

The Vancouver Public Library is a quiet and beautiful place and its staff is helpful.

Debbie Forbes

Have library will travel. This library absolutely rocks. I have always found the staff really helpful and it is rewarding to see how well utilized this library is by the community at large. The multi media collections is almost as impressive as the book and periodical collection. I loved being able to request all the latest BBC Sherlock Holmes DVDs with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Not surprisingly the waiting list was quite impressive but waiting was a better option to not seeing them at all, or forking out the $50 or so to buy each season. I could and have spent hours browsing in this library only to go home with more books than I could possibly read within the borrowing period. Thank heavens for the ability to renew on line function. The clubs and classes that are available via the library is impressive to say the least. I attended the e-book Kobo version and left with the ability to borrow e-book. I prefer the tactile expereice of real books, but borrowing ebooks comes in very handy for trips. I really love that I can also begin learning and practicing Mandarin Chinese on line along with various other languages via VPL. And, don't get me started on how beautiful the architecture!! I always take out of town visitors to the library to show off our modern take on a coliseum VPL management and staff should get a medal for how well they deliver their services and encourage learning and engagement for all age groups and abilities.

Jun Kang

It's a massive center of knowledge

Jenn Chan

The largest library in vancouver. Amazing structure and lots of books in here! They even have recording booths!

Jo Brown

Helpful staff, was a quick and easy process

Tariq Azeem

Beautiful building. Amazing library too. Staff members that I interacted with were very kind.

Ivan Kamu

VPL is safe place for everyone, Just a quite place to come read your books, use the internet, print your work and borrow books. One more thing is public bathrooms for anyone to take a shower or use a toilet. There is the open roof, my favourite place to have my lunches. This place is very spacious and achieved with lots of reading materials.

Andre Kuznetcov

Amazing place to relax work and study

Huang Sally

Great architectural design.

Huang Sally

Great architectural design.

Magdi

I like 8th floor, it's nice place to study.

Alley Robinson

Lovely place, good books.

F Lingad

Good service

Vancouverite111

Friday prayers on Fridays get really busy in here

Shahzad Shah (Event Photographer)

Best place to study and have larger collections of books .

Tim Tankard

A great community resource in an incredible public space. Innovative architecture of the most delighting sort, a Coliseum for the written word.

fabs

Circular design with an atrium and roof top access. The library itself is quite quaint, with carpet and footstools straight out of the 80s. The dewey decimal system is still used here, which some younger people might not have seen before. Almost every level has chairs & desks. I was here on a weekday between 4 and 6pm, and there was still plenty of free seats. Level 5 is designated quiet, which I like. The rooftop garden is very nice. Couple of homeless people as other reviewers have noted, but they have the right to use the facilities. 4 security guards onsite, one every few levels.

Gary Bettman

Nice library, lots of study space. Has a coffee shop inside.

Ping-Chih Tsai

was verbally abused by a drunken male using the computer. No one did anything.

Sun Yueru

Great library, plenty of seats, the new exhibition space and roof-top terrasse are wonderful.

Michael Malone

This library has ALL you need! ????

yiu hong wong

good

Enviro

Friendly staff. Very huge library with a great collection of books for all ages (0-80+). Free internet access, in-house children’s play area and washrooms.

Laura Musikanski

Am awesome library to stop, look at the art, take a few photos and appreciate the architecture.

DECOMPOSING WHALE

lots of books

Taste Creativity

Nice library.

Connor Lang

A top notch community focussed centre in the heart of the city.

Braedon Van Gorkom

The staff are friendly and helpful. This is a huge library, so there are an unimaginable amount of books. The study spaces are nice and quiet. There are a few interesting parts to discover, such as the recording studio, to name one.

Stefan Dalen

The library staff is very helpful, and the place itself is a nice visit. Very nice building, and a lot of options for a quick snack on the ground floor.

Kevin Low (羅平成)

Good

Azi V.

Growing up in Vancouver, the Central Library was one of my favourite hangouts. The sheer volume of books & resources available is a dream come true for any book lover. The architecture is beautiful. I loved this space and still go there when I visit the city.

Sylvester Joseph (Gordon)

Always loved been in library's, especially this one, it's ginormous! Tons of books, games, everything and anything you can think of they got it, the staff are very knowledgeable.

VIBIN VIJAY

Nice place for studying.

Black Thrush검정지빠귀

I was so impressed! Amazing place.

Z D

9/10

Janet

The main library, AKA one of the most filmed sites of Vancouver, is definitely a landmark! One of the most unique buildings of the city hosting many resources and friendly staff, all at a great location!

Anthony

This library is so huge and nice to hang out. This library has so many floors that you can check any book you like. It's a place for me to escape through many books I love to read. As you know, the central library was being filmed twice from two television shows: Supergirl & The Flash

Md Aminul Islam

Best place for study

Emygdio Westphalen

Awesome place! Beautiful design

Greg Hung

Has held up well over the years and is world class. Been around a while and the crowd can range from bums, foreign students, and locals. They've opened the 8th and 9th floor rooftop with additional space and security guards. They have nice resources for books, content creators, and anyone that needs to ready , study, or work on a laptop. Wifi is super fast and they have plugs, water, and toilets

Jackie Liu

Despite covid, the library is open for materials borrowing and computer use (reservation required). THANK YOU Vancouver Public Library !

Tom Belknap

Great ambience. Clean and friendly staff.

Behzad Langari

That's great????

steven taillefer

One of the best libraries I've been to.

Star Joinson

I love Central Library it's great for getting movies for kids and Families wide variety of books as selections as well as the ability to access the archives and the instrument Loan program is really cool you can loan a an instrument like a guitar, drums for 3 weeks also has a recording studio and access to Adobe Photoshop

Didier S

This public library is very well located in the heart of the downtown of Vancouver. The building architecture is very unusual and very surprising for a library. It looks like a small Coliseum. Nevertheless the building looks a bit old and may need some refreshment. The space is large and there is a lot of choice of books!

Elaine Wescott

Absolutely brilliant library, lots of seating, resources and a great selection of everything you'd ever want. Super helpful staff are always knowledgeable, kind and patient. Such a credit to this city!

Danilo S Abreu

Awesome place

Mahdi Sahebnasagh

Everything related to books and this type of stuff is wonderful. They also offer variety of classes and workshops. The only problem is that washrooms are quite busy and almost always I had to wait for a couple of minutes.

Aziz Dhamani

A must visit Library for anyone visiting Vancouver or locals in search of ocean of knowledge

Victoria Bomberry

Large beautiful space...with quite a fairly heavy security presence. Also, coming from Ontario, I was surprised and disappointed that wifi is only available to VPL members. Yes, I did see Out of Town visitors could buy a limited time membership :/

Charles Carroll

The VPL Central Branch is a fair implementation of a Central Library for a diverse community. Although it certainly has the floor space necessary to be a first-rate research library, the leadership of the library seems intent on making it merely into a large branch library, with popular titles leading the way in book purchases. Two thumbs down.

Christopher Flaherty

Exquisite library with a great selection.

Hunor Kovács

Best library I've seen throughout the world! * They lend musical instruments such as guitars, violins and wind instruments. * They rent music studios with soundproof walls and equipment. * You can use different types of computers may they be only for web browsing or editing videos, with software. * They rent music and movies on DVD and other digital formats. They have a very easy to use digital bookkeeping website, everything is electronic very quick and easy to access. The librarians are helpful. Opening hours are best fitting. And books after all, great selection, number and mostly up to date, hardcopy and ebook format too. Subscription is almost immediate with some restrictions if you're not a BC resident but accessible to mostly anyone. Incredible.

Hussain Alaradi

Love this library it has big selection of different books

Sylvain Raudrant

The most wonderful library I could be. lots of things to explore, place of exchange and accessible to all. The staff is super nice! the atmosphere is calm, the architecture is great and welcoming.

mike

What can I say? It's an incredibly gorgeous building filled with books. Staff has always been helpful when I've needed it, and the selection of books and materials here is pretty amazing. Try the indoor courtyard for some good people watching.

shahriar Sarvareh azimzadeh

Nice coffee

Hadi 505

Best public library in the earth.

Trevor Gonzales (trevsg)

Best place to study downtown (unless you like loud coffee shops), I usually stick to the upper floors as there's less traffic.

D P

Such a large library, with thousand of places for people to sit and study.

Patrick Vroman

Wonderful library, in a beautiful building.

Amber Davis

This is the best library I've ever been to! Its big and beautiful, not to mention the staff are so lovely and helpful. We wouldnt have been able to go see Khalid if it werent for their affordable, accesible printers ????????❤

LOUIS APPLE

Small but great Wi-Fi undiscovered

ECU Bill

Friendly staffs. Borrow the first two books from a library in my life lol. It is not easy to read inside, so checking them out maybe be an alternative.

Paulina Moreno

Beautiful design!

Zinat Hassan

easy to find books & good selection

Tanya Huang

I love love love this library! I love the architecture, the interior design, the attentive staff, and the thoughtful areas. I also love that Battlestar Galactica was filmed here! Did you know you can book sound booths and recording studios at the library? There are meeting rooms, work areas, snack area, rooftop patio, photocopy and printing stations, and many community events too. Also you can borrow not just books, but audiobooks as well! I just discovered that there are online courses too. Clearly many people put a lot of thought and effort into making this library an amazing place. I just want to say, Great job!! And thank you!!

Jason Clement

Very modern building which has been used in loads of tv shows and films.

Ma. de la Luz Gomez

Love it! Except frequent visits from me!

Marshall Steeves

I've never seen a library like this in my life, except for Seattle's. It's huge, the library has its own recording studios, and the books appear to be almost endless!

Pyro Creeper

Rooftop garden is nice. Good place to study

Juan Gonzalez

More than a Library, this is a magical place. I just love it, my favourite Library in the whole planet.

daniel bourgeois

What a feat of architecture to invite the mind to expand. Any question?VPL has your answer

Parminder Singh

Ideal for self study and computer use.

Hoàng Hiệp Nguyễn

It is such a beautiful place and there is so much information that u looking for

Stephen Chase

Best British Columbia library!!

_quinzanna _

Amazing place to relax and study, huge selection of books, staff are very helpful.

Nicholas John Ellan

Free printing during COVID woohoo?!!

D-man A

Usually pretty easy to find a spot to study in there.

Abdulrahman Alsharif

Stunning view of Vancouver public library

Ramtin Lahooti

Very kind staff and pleasant place.

Iqbal Aytan

Whenever I have chance I come here and stay in peace, learn and study.

Arturo Lanceloth

The staff is too helpful. I could scan many maps for free and send them to my e-mail address. Also, I obtained Wi-Fi access for free during one year!

Kenny Ooyang

Architecture Incredible

Joaquin Vazquez

Incredible place, it's immense. It has free activities and a lot of places to read in peace!

Abdullah H

Beautiful

Eti Woodcock

This library is so great. I rlly loved the decoration of the inside and out. Worth the visit if your in Vancouver

Shayan Bayat

Love this library

Sara Johnston

I helped plan a wedding here a few weeks ago here for some friends. They had looked at place after place in terms of trying to find somewhere that they liked, and they settled on the VPL. The staff was delightful to work with - we had established our contract with them about a year in advance. Polite, courteous, professional and forthright. We never had to wait and wonder about responses to our emails. The event was fantastic. I hate doing events in the same place twice, but I'd come back here in a heartbeat!

Janett Villarreal

It is a great place to visit and read a good book. They have lots of great books and workshops and the best thing...¡It's free! :)

SHR

Massive public library

Jerry “Nyoice” Shen

Very well organzied with lots of space for quiet study

Nika Moeini

Gorgeous architecture and perfect place to study

Jorge Rodriguez

Wonderful place for book lovers

DoRiS C

Must see landmark in Vancouver.

Jayson Wing

One of the nicest library ever. Staff are always very friendly and willing to help me everytime i visit, it either a question or some sort of assistance. 4 floors of unlimited content, many computers and security is always keeping the place quiet and in line and I appreciate that. Defenitley check it out its a 1 of a kind library :) ???? ????

Frederick Qualley

Been here every weekend ever since my move to Vancouver in November. Great vibes, beautiful views, and overall a fantastic place to get work done.

Khalil Humam

An excellent collection of books and very friendly staff! Deserves all stars in the world.

Terence Yee

One of Vancouver's more unique buildings, the VPL is nostalgic for me. I'm not a coffee shop person, so I used to come here to study, get work done, or as a meeting spot. I always made my way up to the fifth or sixth floor by way of escalator, and try to get a desk near a window, especially when it rained or snowed—very relaxing and cosy in its own way. Downtown vibes with the calm and quiet of the library, the VPL always brought out a special feeling, and writing this review elicits a desire to revisit. As some reviewers have pointed out, washrooms are small and not very clean. I've seen on occasion some unsavoury activities openly taking place on the library computers. The shamelessness of some people.

Lauro Ramirez

excellent place... free internet... silence.. nice...

Brandon Bell

Huge community resource. Staff very accomodating for out of town students. Unrelated to their service/location, I noticed some flickering and my desk shook and realized it was a tremor. Not sure I would have felt safe in a quake next to stacks of books lol.

Mohammed Ahmad

One of the best librarys I have ever seen. This library offer the people a lot knds of services like borrow books by free , quite place to have good time to study alone or with groups even with tutor!

AmeliaKC173

Pre Covid it was great! Almost every kind of book you could think of and lots of places to sit. There's also a nice look out garden area on the roof now. The kid section is really nice too. One of my favourite places to go in Vancouver.

Sherif Tarek

Get off at granville skytrain station and head towards seymor street, you'll find it there... A gigantic amount of books and cds in all genres. You could also rent a studio for free (book online) that includes a chroma screen, 2 head lights, a mixer, speakers, and a 4k awesome video cam. And there is another studio specialized more for music. After the 3rd floor, floors are "quite" floors.... And if you are looking for an art book, most probably you will find that in a locked shelf system,...dont freak out, call a librarian, tell him the book name and code you want, and he will get it for you. Td and other caffes are at the reception of the library. Also check their event boards ???? Enjoy the library, its amazing

Nicolas Salamanca

Love the place After a tiring time biking all around town I can go in here to charge my phone and rest in their desks for a minute in a nice relaxed environment

Wael Elrafih

Great place to check out. Not only for all the books but for the awesome architecture and shops this building offers. Check it out!

Michel Condoroussis

A very cool building design made to look like a Roman Coliseum. It is worth passing to see and walk through, otherwise it is just a library, like any other, but the architecture is worth a pass.

Macy Percy

Very neat and quiet and nearly any book at your fingertips

Drew Mcpherson

Huge library with a rooftop patio section that wasn't open when I was there

halil erturk

Amazing atmosphere ????????????

L H

Always a favourite downtown destination for me. Not only am I a big reader but the building is so interesting and classy, as well as spacious and peaceful. The relatively new top 2 floors are wonderful, especially the outdoor garden, and having somewhere to eat a snack or lunch that you've brought along is welcome.

Stephanie Adams

I really like coming here to study. But the amount of junkies taking over computers is terrifying. And they are very rude and no one does anything about it. Sometimes they even sleep there.

Sogand Razi

One of the best libraries in the world ????????????

Ceci Zapata

Big library, many floors. It is a good place. Also if you do not read too much, just go to know the place.

Sarah Faye Bruce

Libraries are the last pure, uncorrupted entity in society and this one is exceptional. My favourite library in the whole world! Absolutely gorgeous architecture and wonderful atmosphere. Lots of places to study in peace. Friendly, helpful staff.

Victor Tykva

Good place for community services

Mahmood Shahzeidi (Mamoud)

Great place for study and work In comparison with KIAST public library in South Korea, the KAIST was so much modern and with much better facilities, such as resting/sleep rooms, beautiful outlook , .... But VPL is also good place????

CKC Z06

The library it's nice but the city need to clean up that part of the town.

Angele F

Favourite quiet place in the city!!

Hasan Umut Uzunöz

Great library, you can find any kind of book, it is huge. Free internet and book borrowing if you have membership. Also very friendly stuff. Only disadvantage is it is ussualy crowded everyday.

Michal Laczny

Really cool library inside has any book you can think of, and also the views from the top are amazing

Saygin Guven

great place to study, enjoy a book or even play with your kids! quiet, organized, huge, clean, secure, peacefull etc.. I asked some books to different staff. They were so polite, listen to my needs and gave extra information. one of my favorite places.

Sindy Chan

Vancouver Public Library is a beautiful venue with great facilities for local and visitor, friendly and helpful staff.

Sindy Chan

Vancouver Public Library is a beautiful venue with great facilities for local and visitor, friendly and helpful staff.

Scott Johnson

Amazing place to read, relax and recharge. There are lots of coffee shops nearby, its wonderful to spend Sunday afternoon here.

Ali Helalinia

Friendly staff,great sources of books, free Internet but so many homeless people hanging around here.

Billy James

Thes best place to chill, read and relax while you're downtown. Free wifi, toilets are clean and the rooftop section is the best part

Chris Hylton

Amazing stylish place with light everywhere. You will love the attached atrium and retail options!

Pearl Paradise

Beautiful

joby akkara

Great library

Enrique Díaz Ocampo

Best library ever!!!! ????

Alexander Burnswood

I come here just to relax for a few hours or take a break from any heat. Little to no noise whatsoever, as it should be. If you can find a nice spot, you can enjoy yourself a book or use your phone with the Wi-Fi throughout the entire library with no issues.

Murilo Filhol Vieira

I loved this library. Here you can find books, movies and much more.. This library is very comfortable.

Chris Bull

Pretty good library. At one time 50 years ago, I used the music collection at the main library extensively. At that time they had printed music parts. I went back hopping that collection still existed. No such luck. A disappointment. Keeping parts without them going missing is probably not worth it. Ditto for the UBC music collection.

Ki Ji Min

I love it here. Such a nice environment to study????

KOCHANSKI V P

Very hot, no hand sanitizers, no where to site. The hours are off right now. Can't complain about the free internet and computers though.

Jubo Kim

Staffs in here are so kind.

Bluffer

helpful staff

Earl Flormata

Love this place. Great for meetings on the roof.

Pride in Blue Sky

The best library in Vancouver

Ofer Livni

Unique design

Noah Tsang

Great selection of books, large interior, lots of areas to either work or read for pleasure.

SD1991

I feel like the best part of this library, aesthetically speaking, is on the outside. Inside, it feels kind of dated and drab. The desks and seats are not matched, and are therefore quite impractical and not at all ergonomic. Long working sessions at them left me with quite severe shoulder pain and fatigued arms. The library should do better to ensure their furniture is ergonomic. There are also a distinct lack of outlets - even at the study desks by the windows. This shouldn't be an issue for such a gigantic space in 2018. Beautifully designed on the outside, poorly designed on the inside (both the space itself and the furniture/fittings.)

Melissa N

A beautiful building to explore. Cute eating spots inside as well!

Tabor Kelly

This place has better internet than my hotel. A great place to study or work.

Anthony Churko

Remember to use the bathroom before you visit. It's one toilet stall per floor, and there's usually a homeless guy in it.

Min Phang

I love the unique architecture of the building. I recall that this design by Moshe Safdie and DA Architects was a pretty radical design. Looking at it now the design has been extremely durable and looks just as much in place as in 1995. The concourse is a unique space and the elliptical interior walls that enclose this space works well esthetically. Times are a changing and the public's love for physical books are increasingly on the wane. VPL had to move with the tone and as a nod to this trend the library has converted a whole floor to a computer/media lab.

Sophia Z

Very nice and clean library. Have enough space for people to read and study there. Love it.

Mike Gommert

If you go to the main branch of the Vancouver Library please know that they're open but there's no where sit unless you are using one of the library computers.

Clara Sasso

Beautiful construction with fabulous architecture. It’s a multicultural place that you must visit in Vancouver!

Michael Linus

Really want to highlight the creative LAB section, plenty of equipment not only recording studio but workstation with photo/video editing software (I can't mention the name here, u know..) I couldn't find any alternative comparing to VPL in BC

Darren Lee

What a great local library. I haven't checked out the books but access to PressReader allows me to download my favourite magazines for free. I look forward to checking out their audio books and streaming catalogues as well.

최정원

You can rant many books and use the computer.

jasper de bie

This library deserves to be visited by everyone. Firstly, the building is amazing. Shaped like the Colosseum it houses the library itself and multiple venue halls and little stores. And the library itself is huuuuuuge. 9 floors filled with interesting books, places for you to study and even a rooftop garden which is lovely if you want to escape from the busy streets for a second.

B

It's comfortable to stay and the building is so cool! There have a plenty of books for you to read. If you have passion of reading , this is the perfect location to spend with.

Sutjipto Subeno

Very good Library with recent books

Bob Roberts

Love the building. Great selection of books, videos, etc. They even have e-books. VPL you rock.

GlutenFreeFoodie

A place filled with books that looks like the Colosseum and has this cool sign out front? What's not to love, you guys. If libraries and books are your thing, you definitely need to go here.

Felix L

Recently started visiting this library! It's got a heap load of novels/contents! I think I'll be swinging by as often as I can for studies! Keep it up VPL. Someone's got me inspired!

Felix L

Recently started visiting this library! It's got a heap load of novels/contents! I think I'll be swinging by as often as I can for studies! Keep it up VPL. Someone's got me inspired!

Ewa Gersin

Terrific service, good hours of operation and a decent selection of titles. I like the Kanopy too.

angela kastrava

Amazing resources for the community

Marle Tyrrell

This is a great library. It’s got a great selection of books that are regularly updated, plenty of space to sit, and an efficient check out and customer service process. It’s also a beautiful space and the staff are really helpful.

Orville Whitford

Selection is great for DVDs and book's

Boris Knackers

Architecture. Rooftop!!! Rooftop!!! Rooftop!!!!

Richard Tj

Been only once, definitely want to visit more! So huge! love the buildings.. place is very clean and quiet! a next level Public Library!

TF ou

It's a great place for everyone.

Maymona Abdi

All the research material I need when I need to write a report

M Bhatti

Centrally located downtown Vancouver, this library offers numerous floors of resources, tools, services and of course books. The building is beautiful and usually very busy with locals and even tourists. Great place to spend a few hours exploring. Highly recommended.

Poirier Wright

Many thanks to staff for outstanding service and kind support. A lovely place to visit with exciting resources. Much appreciated.

Albert Gee

Huge and modern library.

Third Door

We love VPL.

Manuele Marchesin

Good selection of books and great for meetup...but too much homeless people

Dandy Lion

Bright, large and open, the building lends its indoor space upward and outward, inviting visitors to fully enjoy its environment. Friendly and helpful staff everywhere to assist in accessing its vast catalogue. Even with so much traffic, items are usually in good condition, kept neat and tidy on spacious shelves. Areas and floors are clean and quiet / group study areas can be found on the upper floors. Though this is not a close by branch for me, it is by far the preferred one as it has more items available than the other cities' libraries and borrowed items may be returned at other libraries (of nearby cities). As the city grows and changes, this library is successful in adapting to meet the needs.

Brian Cho

Beautiful building and deserves to visit at least once.

chandra trinh

I just get astounded and lost here (in a good way) The largest selection, something for everyone and I’m grateful we have this lovely place to experience. What a pleasure!

Filip Nowak

Love the design and the architectural style of this building!

Rachel Schabler

I Could Get Lost In A Library, Spending Hours Reading! Learn Something New Everyday!

Alex S.

Its has a Inspirational Lab on the 3rd floor which provides us a perfect ambiance to focus on projects with high-tech computers and well designed place to sit down and create.

Shamar Beckford

This is a low key Gem in Vancouver. The place is huge. Even though I am not in school I come to VPL when I want to get out of the house and get some work done. They have a ton of books. You can video and audio edit on the computers they have. There is a green screen and a studio you can book and use. It is a comfortable open space with washrooms. Downstairs there is also a coffee shop

Mateus Possatti

This is an amazing place to sit and study. Besides that, the library has in the top floors places to discuss and do group projects and the top floor has a small outdoor garden with a beautiful view of the city. The only thing that could be improved is the close time, that is a little bit early.

Ilana Binenbaum

Love this place! Their online site is great as well.

Varun Gole

An awesome library with wonderful staff! A wealth of books/learning resources/dvd’s etc are at your disposal. A must visit! A proud member of the Vancouver Public Library

Anat Rabkin

What a beautiful building. From the modern, well lit parkade to the lovely rooftop garden, this place feels so loved. The space is clean and the facilities always have a person to talk to. Every floor I've seen has a security guard, and they make sure everyone is social distancing and wearing their mask. There are places to eat and drink that give a much needed respite in this time of chaos.

Anita Davis

I absolutely love this library.

Linnea Jean

One of my favourite places to go. Beautiful architecture and a huge library.

Simi Lee

Best best

Erhancan Kotar

Lovely library

Adam W

6 floors of Library with a roof top that's prime for photo opportunities, plus they let you drink in there! But no food?

t thom

It's not bad and the high score is almost all because the staff are all of a calibre higher than any other library I've visited in recent years.

Edith Latte

Great selection of pretty much everything

Steven Robineau

Lots of space to study with well lit desks by big windows.

Rachel Windsor

A large splendid library! No wonder it is listed as one of the must-go “tourist” place! There are totally 9 floors with many collections of books and nice space to read and/or study! There is also a top-floor garden! Many places for drinks and eats at the second floor right outside the library! If it is not a bit far from where I live, I definitely wanna come here more frequently!!!

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vancouver is beautiful

SS

modern and up to date new technology . easy to find your interest of books and comfort environment.

Cecilia Teixeira

Beautiful building reminding a Roman Coliseum. The library is very well organized with an awesome collection and very friendly service. If you live here you may become a member (free) and doing so you will be able to place hold for future readings online.

Kyle Jericho

Came here to borrow a few business books. I was amazed at the wide variety of selections they had available.

Karla Olguin

I've been to a few libraries but this one excitingly big, there are several floors of different book's categories. You can bring in closed-lid beverages, and enjoy a good book on one of the many seats available.

Harry Hao

Great place to relax or study. Cool architectural design.

Hector H. Leon

It’s a super great place to study, read and use the computer.

Nelson Mah

Great library. Massive selection, good internet and washrooms. Can't ask for anything more.

Sebastian Isaza

Beautiful library

Sara W

Great place for babytime activity. Not many people attending the morning session. If you prefer smaller group, this is the place. Friendly staff and overall clean floor for your little one to play.

Ольга Демидова

Looks like Coliseum

dhwanil 7

Awesome place of Studying.

Jenia Riashchenko

I was exploring the rooftop of the library for my upcoming photo shoot. It’s amazing. So open and there are not too much people. There some spots with beautiful light outside and inside on the 8 and 9th floor. Beautiful view of the streets.

Karen Nixon

Nice place to come and learn. It's huge.

Kaitlyn Brooks

Big library, super cool that you can rent instruments here, the garden on top is nice to look around and take photos

Arunothia Marappan

Awesome library! I'm really really glad of it's presence. Browse for the book you want and put a hold on it, you will be notified when it's ready to be picked up!

Giovanna Chavez

The childrens area is to die for. Great architecture, quiet and peaceful too.

Alice

I love that place

Mark Boyland

Staff are always helpful.

Steven Rogers

Despite the added protocols enacted to help stem the spread of the COVID virus cleaning and library staff are doing a bang up job of keeping the facility safe and clean!! Thank you for all your hard work and diligence that keeps our library open.

Michelle Vu

favourite library in vancouver! it is really big and has many levels. lots of selection and desks. they have a blenz and bubble tea shop just outside the entrance. only downside is that you have to pay for parking - bad if you plan to spend the whole day studying there. If you transit, then it is okay. I also think that they NEED to wash their windows more frequently. Its covered in bird poo and dust :/ during final season, make sure to come early or else it might be difficult to find a table near windows!

Gord Peters

Great by the slice pizza. Two slices equal half a large pizza - and are definitely filling.

Jeffrey Legaspi

VPL's main branch is stunning. There are tons of resources, the staff are helpful, and it feels like you can spend the whole day there. I really loved the rooftop garden - the view from up there is spectacular.

Cesar Calle

Excellent place to be for read.

Nathan Mack

Pretty good, the blenze has opened up again!!

Carine Valentin

Beautiful and peacefull place

Carolina José

Very nice book collection. I prefer MTL´s city library though...

Peter B

NEW HOURS: Check new hours before visiting! The hours posted on google maps are not currently correct. I came all the way downtown and paid from r parking before finding out they close early now! (Otherwise a great library)

ben west

A magical place. A rare jewel.

吳旭偉

Beautiful architecture, useful place to gain knowledge

Axel Marini

Great place to study with fast wifi and quiet atmosphere.

Oscar Aguilar

Special place for books and readers.

Arash Salamati

Place is great for studying and complex research really helpful staff and they have a lot on many many different topics

Emily Lu

Arguably the best library in the world: huge collection of books on all kinds of topics, modernized technology like e-books or audio books that help share knowledge, also great use of space that allows people to have peace and quiet while studying/reading. It is an instant love once you walk into the facility. Love, love this library!

Emerson H.

This is where I study. Although there's free WiFi, it's easier to get distracted by the books.

Ahmad A

No world can explained the good experience in this amazing library’s

Soledad Ronco

Super helpful librarian, looked up our numbers after two years away and helped us find the great selection of kids spanish books.

ice shen

great books. ????????????

ERIC LEE

Appeared in quite a few movies (eg. The 6th Day, This Means War). The largest public library in Vancouver. Closest Skytrain station is Vancouver City Centre/Granville Station. Washrooms are small and not the cleanest.

Hanieh Rahimi

Well actually I really like this library but I ranked it 4* because of working hours. In fact I become disappointed when I see casinos working hours and compare it to libraries working hours. I really wish working hours of this library could be extended as there are many students who wish to study at nights and they can't as there is parties or gatherings around at night. Thank you

Jeff

This is by far the most beautiful Library I have ever been in - I would even put it above the new library in Calgary. The rooftop offers remarkable views & there are so many resources available! Want yo check out an electric guitar for 3 weeks? How about a hand drum? Want to check out 50 books at one time? Free sound rooms to use? Free Adobe photoshop? VPL truly offers it all!!

The Canada Inc - com

#Amazing #library, with the Team we love to come here and brainstorming before our #businessmeeting

Luna Lan

Great range of books and helpful staff. Environment is fine too.

Bryan Reid

Books films and more.

James Wiens

Asthetically pleasing architecture. Central location.

Cristiane Aigner

This place is AMAZING!!! Congrats for the beauty and pleasure local to learn and spend the time reading!!! I live it! In my opnion, is the most interesting place to visit!

Cristiane Aigner

This place is AMAZING!!! Congrats for the beauty and pleasure local to learn and spend the time reading!!! I live it! In my opnion, is the most interesting place to visit!

Dov Alexander

Awesome

Kamal Khan

Wow. Thats what I can only say.

Stewart P

The Main library was quite immense. Went to use the ancestry.ca, heard that we can use for free the website. Washrooms not to well marked on the floor, also didn't look that hard. Ended up going to the bottom floor ( from the sixth floor).

David Moss

The free courses are so good! The staff is super friendly. Love this place. Could spend hours together here.

Rajesh Kumar

Love this place staff is very courteous and helpful. Lots of facilities like recording studios, inspiration lab and rooftop garden to name a few are excellent and regular events and workshops. Security guards are also very helpful.

Akshay Chauhan

Just love hanging out here. Great selection of books not every book but something on every genre

David Mills

Great library and wonderful space.

Peng Xu

One of the best

Carlos Augusto Díaz Guevara

Books and books it's good for children and you

Lydia Adair

The library is not accepting book drop offs unless they are open. I tried to check this prior to going there and it is not listed on Google or their website. In the 2 minutes I was there 5 other people tried unsuccessfully to return their books. Update your info.

Kıvanç Tatar

VPL is great!

AyeMin AyeMins

Great resource centre of my life and for everyone. I thanks Canadian government, social welfare programs and all tax payers. i wish my own country have one like this. cheers!

Mike M

What an amazing building. Well worth a visit.

Erica Dunbar

too big and hard to find books

Drew Mcpherson

Excellent rooftop patio

A Y

I am totally in love with the library. It is well designed, well lit, well equipped, and very conducive for learning / researching / reading. The other feedback mentioned that there might be "interesting characters" in the library, but I did not encounter any. The security seems to be very alert and is doing a wonderful job to ensure the environment is pleasant for everyone. Tip: In order to use the free wireless network in the library (which is extremely fast), you just need to bring your ID and proof of address in Vancouver, to the front desk and request for a free Vancouver Public Library (VPL) membership + card. The process is done instantaneously and seamlessly. Perfect!

A Y

I am totally in love with the library. It is well designed, well lit, well equipped, and very conducive for learning / researching / reading. The other feedback mentioned that there might be "interesting characters" in the library, but I did not encounter any. The security seems to be very alert and is doing a wonderful job to ensure the environment is pleasant for everyone. Tip: In order to use the free wireless network in the library (which is extremely fast), you just need to bring your ID and proof of address in Vancouver, to the front desk and request for a free Vancouver Public Library (VPL) membership + card. The process is done instantaneously and seamlessly. Perfect!

phonesavanh phoutthavongsa

great place of great people

Lyn k

Lots of tables available for study, though sometimes there will be weirdos hanging about (had a drunk try to get handsy once). But for the most part staff are jovial and helpful.

Fatima AlFalah

Amazing staff and great location

Thanai Charoenkul

Great space!

BB Selvage

Always a pleasure to visit such a beautiful place!

Amin Sameni

You can borrow a book or a music instrument. Need a recording studio? Book a sound booth in their Inspiration Lab. If you don't know how to work with the recording software, you can ask for their help. The equipments are not very professional but it is really helpful. It is worth to try :)

Kyle Isaac

Great place to charge your phone if you need a power outlet for that extra bit of charge.

Ricardo Andrade

Awesome place to study

D Ddd

Enormous, easy to find books and architecturally based of the colluseum

Anoop Arunan

Great architecture, spacious, nice collections of books along with internet, dvd's etc..

John Graham

Awesome place to come study if you are UBC student living downtown and do want to go all the way to campus. The rental programs are awesome: you can take out anything from books and movies to video games and instruments. Also, a big shout out to the staff who are always super helpful and friendly!

In Times Past

I love this location so much. I've been going through a hard time and needed an escape...as soon as I walked in the doors, I was greeted with the nostalgic smell of books (like an elementary library), retro clocks, peaceful environment and a sense of community. It is truly my happy place and I hope it never changes!

Shane Lighting Effects

Excellent Location

Lauren Moore

Beautiful library. Did you know you can access services online too? Check out overdrive!

Google Guide

This is the largest public library in Vancouver, as it is the central main branch in the downtown core. There are rooms and halls to rent for venues, and some small shops on the exterior and also inside the main foyer. Very accessible by public transit. It has beautiful modern Roman coliseum style architecture. #letsguide #books #bookworm

Vivienne Lee

I go to this library once a week. There is a ton of books what are written by different languages. I love to surround books and having little rest. Here is one of best place in Vancouver.

Gerald Roscoe

Real people and always entertaining.

Leigh Peterson

One of my favorite buildings in Vancouver!

Arvin Aguilera

one of the best library in the world:)

Leora Derechin x2

Supergirl filmed here for S2... just btw

Matthew Jones

A great public service in Vancouver. I really enjoyed their collection of books and other materials. Will visit again. Thank you once again.

Ludovic Fred

Easy place to study and relax

Carmen X

Only place I can focus!

Kirk Chantraine

Really nice spaces, including a rooftop garden that's publicly accessible. And of course tons of books and musical instruments to borrow.

Renata Nunes

I loved the place for children

Anissa Thompson (AnissaT)

Gorgeous building, incredible skyline/rooftop garden view, quiet and spacious study areas, free wifi, and goodness gracious: every public library needs their Inspiration Lab! Staff is super helpful and efficient. Easily my new favorite library.

Tarun Vaishnav

Thousands of books nd many of the computers available

Randall Fox

Ten stars really. A local hub for a lot of local colour! I absolutely love the garden patio on the ninth floor. You can bring your lunch to munch on the eighth floor. Third floor you can record your next release or podcast. Second floor you can borrow instruments too! Wow!

Murilo Di Gregorio

amazing place to work and study

Assefa Endashaw

It is a great place but the bathrooms need some cleaning!

Eric Chan

The library seems larger inside than it looks from the outside. It contains large collection of various books and media content, along with many seating areas spread across each floor. The top floor has a cafeteria-style seating and access to the rooftop; not much of a view but its nice to have it. It’s a great place for reading or doing work and studies in this unique architecture building, with small shop counters on the first floor.

Connie Reichelsdorfer

By far my favourite library. I love the architecture of it, the space, internet connection, the amount of books available, the free recording studio on the second floor, and pretty much everything else it has to offer. I've seen hundreds of libraries, but not one gets close to this one!

educristo

Excellent place. I can smell knowledge inside. I love spending time at VPL.

Jackson Burgess

One of the biggest libraries in Metro Vancouver, and packed with books, DVDs, Blu-rays, and others, this is one of the best libraries for borrowing items. My only desire is that they expand their anime Blu-ray section, as the titles are few and far-between. Great place otherwise!

Mitra

The rooftop garden is a surprise every season. I am planning to share the pictures for every season here. Now is winter at night.

Greg Hoover

Great building and well run library.

Renato Toth

What a place! good for study or keep your mind in peace!

Sadie Miller

My favourite place. Books books books. Shelves for new books just published. Shelves of favourite older books. Computers and printers to use. Staff always helpful. Have never left without a book or magazine

Kolby Yax

Its alright ????

preet

One word “Beautiful”

Mudassar Aziz

The most amazing place

Olivia Yu

Wonderful building with a huge collection of books and lots of seating for some quite reading/studying.

김정환

It was amazing.

Karen Hill

Love this place.

Modern Sleeper

Haven’t had direct contact with any of the people who work here but everyone seems to be extremely nice. Everyone keeps to themselves. It’s pretty busy, kind of noisy at times, but hey; just bring your headphones.

Gregory Burrus

As a guy who looks to work remotely while consulting around other states and countries, I found the Vancouver Library to be a great place to visit because they have an extensive collection of materials for use. Outside is fun because you get something to read and sit in the court outside and enjoy yourself. The architecture of the building is absolutely beautiful and a joy to look at.

Reem MG

Great place to study

Surinder Kaur

Love this magical place!!

Marjorie Brown-Watts

big fan of the VPL

dionysus cho

If you want a quiet place to chill and read / study, head up to the upper floors and find a desk by the window. Be prepared to cruise down the aisle, as only a few desks have outlets for your laptop. I like the 5th floor, but don't bother me. They have a new inspiration lab on the 3rd floor with workstations for video editing and such, plus audio recording rooms and more. Weird notes: the bathrooms are pretty busy, and random hobos are always napping.

Jesse Lee

Massive catalog of books, huge areas full of computers and study space. Obviously the biggest and best library in Vancouver.

Kyle

Everybody loves the library!

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Great place to study and place to relax

Jason Thorne

It's not just the best library in Vancouver - it's a contender for the best lightweight library in the world. Amazing design and atmosphere.

Julián Andrés Carvajal

What a lovely place! Full of working stations, reliable internet, many books collections and a great terrace for people to relax and connect with nature

David Borja

The older parts don't look like much, but I'm a frequent user of the Inspiration Lab! Floor 8 and 9 are also pretty cool (meeting rooms, large laptop hall, mini theatre, nicer bathrooms and water fountains, view of the Rogers Arena).

Donald L

VPL is like the poor-man’s Blockbuster. Place a hold on the latest movies or TV series on DVD or Blu-ray. Great selection of feature films and kids videos. Friendly and helpful staff. Renew items online with VPL app. Vancouver Inspiration Pass is awesome for young families, get free admission to Science World, Aquarium, MOA, VAG, and many more local venues.

jennifer sim

Excellent help from SOFIA!!! Wonderful ????????????

Joao Cesar Escossia

Many modern building designs are based on historical icons, but few of these designs focus on the ruins rather than the original. The Central Library of Vancouver is an exception. Based on the Roman Coliseum, this massive building takes up one full city block and features not only a library with 1.3 million reference materials, but also retail shops, restaurants, a parking structure, office buildings and a rooftop garden. You enter the Central Library through a huge skylit concourse, which contains shops and cafés and acts as an urban gathering point. Bridges inside the library connect to reading and study areas in the outer walls. Plans are under way to reclaim two of the building’s top floors from other tenants in order to expand the rooftop garden and make it accessible to the public. Open seven days a week.

David Soegiarto

Fairly easy parking, lots of student-friendly/family-friendly spaces, friendly staff, huge selection of books and other media.

Jenn _

Best place ever

Mark Pope

It is quite an impressive library, with an immense volume of literature on every topic imaginable. Case law on mines in British Columbia? They've got a whole aisle for it! The staff are always friendly and helpful, and will either show you where something is in their collection, (including the aforementioned aisle of mining law) or if they don't have it, will direct you to another library in the city that will. The entire facility is very clean, well-maintained, and architecturally appealing. The rooftop garden is worth a look, too!

davin boutang

Amazing urban design and a must to visit the roof top section to overview the city

Peter M

Beautiful architecture and great location

Rena Tabata

Unique architecture for a library - just beautiful for weddings and other special events.

Wilo Toro

This Library is amazing! Go and check the rooftop.

Daniel Eloff

Forget Starbucks. Good WiFi with 6 massive floors of quiet, semi-private study desks, most with outlet power available. Much more ergonomic, much more conducive to getting work done, and free! Not a lot of bathrooms though, so if you can't get your business done with a urinal you might have to wait in line.

Sun Ahn

Hard to find a book that I need. Either they are in others hands or they don't have them. And some weirdos walk around to spread their religion lol building is awesome for sure. Bring your own book to study, listen to music, don't ever respond to weirdos. That's how you use this library.. phew..

Klaiden

Really cool temperature in the hot summer. Staffs are friendly!

Hiro Higashi

Free wifi for the members

Habiba Jillan

I can find all the books that I need, it's great place to done assignments

Sharmay H

Excellent facilities and very few people lately.

Eli Webb

The children's area in this library is great. I had no idea how many books and resources they have, and the staff are very helpful and patient. They know a lot about kids books. thanks VPL

M MM

Homeless central Place is gross. Since when did this become a homeless center? It's disgusting.

Abdulmohsen Almeshari

Not what I expected to be honest and definitely not worth the wait

Dean Loh

This library is big! The entire basement is for kids, with lots of books and stuff that can keep our kids occupied while we take a breather and post this review...

SpeedyTurtle the second

Cool looking building, library is pretty good too

Lucy Moon

This is the best library I’ve ever seen! There are so many books in this library and also they have Japanese, Chinese, Korean and other language books. I just love this place so much.

anderson oliveira

Nice place. Big and confortable

Niveditta Mittal

I love this library, its awesome.

Libby Park Herman

The most beautiful library in the world! An architectural gem in a sea of glass buildings. Voted #6 of the top 20 libraries in the world by Travel & Leisure magazine.

Vinícius

Incredible!

lily hsueh

I love that I can borrow music instrument here and get access to services.

George Chan

This place is huge! Was amazed with the how much choice this place has. Although wish it were closer to me I would've been there every evening!

Sebastian Li

They told me I cant eat in the library!

Emerald RY

This is the best library in Vancouver!It is well designed, well lit, well equipped.Very convenient location. excellent atmosphere. very quite and peaceful. Always my go to place for a quick read.

Anj Robinson

Very nice place to just go for peace and quiet, but I went there to vote. Found my way quite easily to voting stations.

Kai Hsieh

Great space, wide selection, and a wonderful top two floors with a pleasant study room. It’s my go-to study space.

Ron oh

Love this place

Renata Hedman

It is such a hidden gem in Downtown. They have 9 floors plus basement. If you are just visiting Vancouver check out their architecture from outside (it was place for so many tv shows) and also their rooftop and take a nice view of the city. On the way down stop by the 7th floor and check out their Special Collection and find out a little bit more about story.

Colleen Kragen

My son and I were visiting Vancouver, walking around the city, and we saw the public library. The building was fascinating and we had to go take a look inside. We didn't have a card since we weren't locals but no one seemed to mind. I loved that there was a string of food and drink places in the sheltered area across from the library main entrance. It was beautiful and relaxing. The whole place had a warm inviting atmosphere where you felt welcome to browse or sit and read.

Tyler Adolphe

Big library. Lots of dry paper, words and carpet. Staff does their jobs. Washrooms generally have lighting. There are several exits to choose from. Other people were there while it was open. The area has parking with paid timers. There is space between the book shelves for walking. Pencils are complimentary. Happy birthday to you and your family and friends. I am not sure if you have any questions or need any further information please contact me at the end of the year and I will be in the future of our games are based on the other day and I will be in the future of our games are based on your car or truck and trailer is a good idea but I have a great day and I will be in the future of our games are based on the other day and I will be in the future of our games are based on.

Daniel Mak

Good library

Erim Weston

It was EXCELLENT!! I went in to to get a library card ( which I really should have done AGES AGO!!). ANYHOO, the guy at the desk was very fast and efficient!! KUDDOS!! ☺️. ( If only I could have figured out how to get into the building that fast!????)

L'Atelier Vancouver

If you’re looking for the after hour book drop box, it’s on Hamilton st across from CBS radio building entrance.

Charles Perrot-Minot

Great place with a lot of books, and many rooms to work.

Minal C.

they say one of the floors is haunted ????

Mel Hennessy

Nice, but what is with the bankers hours? some branches are open longer than this "central" Library, out of the three times I have dropped in to see it ...closed every time, seriously this is downtown not Hicksville.

Sam Chua

Amazing place for books, but watch your stuff. Homeless people prowl the area and steal your stuff.

Vlad H

Plenty of spots to plug in the laptop and get some studying done. Gets busier in the afternoon. The 5th floor is the quiet area which overall most of the floors are quiet anyway. Overall a great place if you want to stay focused on what you're doing.

Danny Lufan

Great place thank you

ramandeep singh

Great place to visit but I am shocked to see that their is no punjabi book to read

Sayalee Bhanavase

Must visit place in Yaletown, Vancouver. A great architectural piece. You can go to the roof top and enjoy the view of Vancouver. Amazing collection of books, audiobooks and TV shows etc. I got my Library card within 10 minutes. You just need to carry your ID and proof of address. Very quite place and good seating arrangement for students to study.

Ivan Lys

World class facility. Lots of good things. Nice children's library. Shops.

m w

it's hardly ever open at the times most people can actually go there, we the public were forced to pay a fortune for something we can rarely use

M Ridout

This library is architectally stunning. The skyline is absolutely beautiful from the 9th floor terrace. So much space and lots and lots of study areas and books to choose from. There were security guards around to make you feel safe in a huge public area. However, there are MANY signs stating beware of thefts of personal possessions.

Diana C. (Misa)

Not enough staff, some children books are broken, the play area is really small which I do not mind, but is unsupervised by staff and let entitled mothers and nannies bully others trying to use the same space. I had one ocassion where a lady was letting her wild child who was way bigger than all the toddlers there, to be rude with other children and take toys from them. She then was also taking toys from babies so her daughter could have them all, to the point she couldn't wait for my 1 yo to stop playing with a wooden spoon and demand ot from us, told her off but no one was there to out some order. Told staff and they did not do anything. There are rules and they should be implemented as the space is for everybody. Apart of that the other sides of the library are good and there is plenty of material around. A little outdated and full of sketchy people, but as long as you are careful with your things there should be no problem.

Anna Noh (이쁘니들 맘)

so special archtecher and many books

Peter K. Yoon

Unique designed building.

Todd S

Love the new rooftop garden! I'm always amazed with how many services this library provides.

kanni

Big, great place for students, moms and good customer services. Who's crazy enough to build this?

sun

Awsome:)

Ryusuke Fukazawa

Uhm... W O W !? This is by far my *favourite* library in probably the whole entire Lower Mainland. I come all the way from f*cking Richmond because it's so nice. It has nine floors, so you can tell the selection of books will be outrageous. They have LOTS of space to study, read, or just relax and have a quiet time. They also have a rooftop garden with a SPECTACULAR view. You can see BC Place from here. Even if you live far, I recommend coming here on a day trip just to check it out. I came here because I wanted a new environment to study in, and although it took me nearly an hour to get here, I don't regret any of it. I plan on coming back many times to study, or just to chill.

Ryusuke Fukazawa

Uhm... W O W !? This is by far my *favourite* library in probably the whole entire Lower Mainland. I come all the way from f*cking Richmond because it's so nice. It has nine floors, so you can tell the selection of books will be outrageous. They have LOTS of space to study, read, or just relax and have a quiet time. They also have a rooftop garden with a SPECTACULAR view. You can see BC Place from here. Even if you live far, I recommend coming here on a day trip just to check it out. I came here because I wanted a new environment to study in, and although it took me nearly an hour to get here, I don't regret any of it. I plan on coming back many times to study, or just to chill.

Keven Jeffery

Great library with friendly staff. Impressive recording studio.

Athena C

The rooftop garden is beautiful! There's a quiet reading room too. Open to the public.

Guillaume Boisset

Great library, plenty of selection. Staff is friendly and know their stuff. Inspiration lab builds on their tradition of staying at leading edge. Tax dollars well spent. Keep it up VPL.

Hailey Ratner

Nine floors of beautiful book space! They hold really amazing events as well. I do wish they had some more outlets

Nicola E Spurling

The importance of libraries was instilled in me from a young age, because my mum is a librarian. My 1 star review does not reflect on the importance of the VPL, it reflects my displeasure that the VPL has opted to contravene its own terms and conditions by allowing a hateful individual a platform to speak. The VPL proudly displays a safe spaces decal, yet they refuse to stand with marginalized people and actively create safe space, despite outcry from LGBTQ2+ communities. I will reconsider my review if the Vancouver Public Library reconsiders its stance.

Ashapdeep Sandhu

Awesome it is

Matt

Great Library.

Matthew

Really nice place. Has lots of selection of books to choose from

Shah Sunny

Always awesome

Jesse Spice

Don't sit in the wrong place, put your feet up on the wrong surface or have a power cord too long or security will be on you to enforce arbitrary rules. There is a precise norm of behavior, not rules, a norm, and if you disagree with the over protective rent-a-cops the real cops are called...Over a power cord.... A symptom of a nNannystate ? A police state ? I dare say yes. The architecture of the VCL is fitting, it reminds one of pedantic Roman curves and the sadism that took place inside the Colosseum. The idea of the library, to improve ones self in quiet contemplation, has given way to what is essentially a community center for narcissist. What is one to do when a librarian is the loudest person on a floor. What is one to do when one wishes to be left alone in study or meditation but is accosted by blind pettyness. It's not just the grey sky and fridgidity of vancouverites that makes it an unlivable city (Unless you're rich), it's the million little indignities.

Junya Wu

Good helper here!

THEGAMINGFIREBALL 07

Office is very RUDE

Les Denden

Woz readin and readin bucks in dayer bud da man sayin te me dat ma kind of pron magz or knot allowed in his library cos children theyre to

Alyssa W S

Great space to work.

Renn Holness

Great selection of young adult fiction and non fiction

Hyemin Lee

I love this place even though I'm not a Canadian. Really envy you guys so I wanna take it to my country???? haha but it's impossible....so I will try to build a more tremendous library in Seoul!

Gilford Harkens

Did not serve me the breakfast menu items even though it was before 11:30am

J P

Friendly staff, great place to get work done. Hard to find seats unless you go to the higher levels.

Soonho Kwon

Accessible and well equipped library with friendly staff. Most of all, this building is so beautiful, it worth visiting just for sightseeing.

MIN SANG PARK

It's such a beautiful, comfortable and quiet place. It is a place that many international students use, and there are so many memories. I hope it will be well preserved for a long time.

Alek Tan

Great location to study and surrounded by local restaurants all in one spot.

Jaipreet Mattu

Great place to study

Rainee Dayz

Every floor has a different feel, suited every kind of work I might need to do.

Tarza Ali

Great library, and the web sight is amazing.

Patt Intarakamhang

Really huge library with beautiful architecture. There are some little shops in the atrium to visit in between reading sessions.

Michael Greenwell

This is one of the best coliseum-shaped library in the world!

L Bird

Dreadful "library". So many homeless/addicted people spending all day in the library and asking patrons for money. The place has to be regularly cleaned for bedbugs and the managers are hopeless at managing. The women's toilets are no longer safe as men are invited into them in the name of so-called equality. I now buy my books from Amazon.

Aella Lee

Ginormous library! Has computers available and printing, and bus schedules to pick up. Has a few cafes and stores with a few little things like notebooks and whatnot inside of the main building, outside of the library proper.

Tiger Chong

Big Library , love it .....

Sarah Costa

This is the best library I've ever been to! First of all, it's a very quiet place to study. The staff is helpful. Also, the library is very large and has a beautiful design. There is a huge selection of books (even in some other languages).

Marvin Boman

Beautiful building helpful staff an absolutely tranquil place to catch up on some good novels

Paul S

Amaizing place for studying, thinking and meetings!

Vera Lee

A lot of books for books lovers. Find a day to visit. If you like building design, it's have history building.

G R

Staff was very helpful I find my books and recommending books.

Ivan Golodniuk

The best library in the world. Perfect customer service, great collection of books and user friendly website. Love everything about VPL????????????

John Ung

This library is awesome. I am here in Vancouver on holiday, and I needed to print a document, they have temporary library cards for you to use, and it seems like everyone who works there love their job. So in turn, they offer great customer service.

Phoebe D

The selection within the library is amazing! It's my go-to place when looking for new books to read. They have sections dedicated per floor and the building itself is beautiful! There's also a newly renovated floor where you can sit outside and read at the top floors.

rizo13a

Best library I have ever come across. Like the architecture, light and space. Even if you do not want to use it, you have to see it. I use it preety frequently when I need to get focused on a project. Internet is fast, lots of space on your desk. I am not a big book lover, but need them from time to time for educating on business or personal development. Most of the books I am looking for are available or can can be shipped from a different branch pretty quickly. And yes, it is all free. Way to go Vancouver.

Tejaswini Kumar

VPLis an absolute dream. Not only is it a wonderful library, but it is also one of the greatest spot in the city, and I appreciate that all of the employees are so helpful and kind.

Herry Dai

Good view and lots of study desks.

J

Perfect

Manpreet k

A must visit place. This library is a Wonderful resource for unique collection of books, magazines, newspapers, music, movies and other such knowledgeable stuff. An ideal place to research local history and also to browse through collection of self published books by local authors. Their digital collection is also awesome which one can download from the comfort of ones home and research the database. This library has reading material in sixteen other world languages other than English.

Rich BC

World class library. Come read books if you wish to be smarter...

Felix Larouche

Beautiful facility that has multiple levels. There are also some shops on the outside. Great location in the middle go downtown Vancouver aswell. Nice place to visit if you aren't from the area.

John Bazhra

Well run and thoughtfully laid out !!

Valeria C

Perfect for a rainy day... or any day. I love this library. It’s so big and it has so many things to do with kids. There’s an amazing rooftop with an incredible view in where you can just hang out, read a book, or have a snack. At the Lower Level of the library you can find an entire section just for kids. They have all kinds of books in different languages, toys, tablets with educational games, and different activities for each day of the week like story time or puppet shows.

Yvonne Yang

Amazing reading and relaxing place right in the centre of the busy downtown. Arts exhibits and rooftop garden are impressive, so the spectacular architecture.

Paul Wickett

Great staff, beautiful building-lotsa books !

Jeff Reedy

ALL TOO OFTEN ... when I visit the Central Branch, too noisy, in areas designated for quiet .... ONE PATRON in particular, LOUD, constant mumbling.... in 90+ minutes, this continued, NO security patrol came around to whom I'd have been able to ask the person to quieten down.....

Jason H

Easy pick up and checkout functions

taylor mark

This place is AMAZING!!! Congrats for the beauty and pleasure local to learn and spend the time reading!!! I live it! In my opnion, is the most interesting place to visit!

W W

Good study location on the upper floors.

reaco billy

Told the staff and old chinese guy was watching porn, the librarian shrugged it of like it was no big deal, i mean what is this world coming to its like no one cares

isaac r

Thank you for being open

Kelva Zhou

Amazing architect!!

Lily lau

So I just went yesterday It is humongous with 9 levels and a rooftop garden!

meili cho

Nice place

Brent Bednar

Excellent service!

Cindy Cham

Great place!

Ronald Allan

So glad to be able to enter and use library,,Finally

Harinda Abu

A huge library that is stunning from the inside and outside.

Randy Young

Great library....love it ????

Mrigakshi Goel

9 floor library..beautiful view

Sedra Gh

It have an Arabic books for ages,and good service ????????????

Maneevak Bajaj

This is an amazing library with over a million well-organized books along with other resources. Nice place to read in a good atmosphere.

Kelly Erickson

It's the best place to work. There is something for everyone.

Tyler Kellogg

This has become my favourite library worldwide. I used to prefer Seattle's but I've come to really enjoy this one. Pros: 1. Loads of desks (my primary need for a library), many even have power! They also allow drinks at desks which is great for my coffee streak. 2. Quiet, and peaceful setting 3. SpeedTest reports 187 mbps 4. Many coffee shops in the area to get a drink from. 5. Open until 8 PM most days of the week. 6. Staff are really nice (I don't interact with staff much but when I do they're great!) Cons: 1. Closes early on Fridays 2. Has become very busy, looking forward to the top two floors opening). Notes: 1. There's quite a lot of space to put more desks in, may be worth considering as that is increasingly the most popular usage of a library. Perhaps we should build more libraries downtown? 2. The musical instruments sound studio concept is awesome! I think it would benefit from more advertising. Finally Keep being awesome VPL!

X Zibit

nice building, good studio but teh god damn papers would not print fast enough, like ****

Doan Thi Thu Huyen

The great quiet place to work or study in downtown. There are many desks and chairs.

Selina Hernandez

I appreciate that their staff are very friendly and that they have security guards and cameras on every floor. Thank you for this wonderful resource where I can read and study and enjoy reading rooms and use their computers and printers

Hakan Nazifoğlu

Great building. A lot of academic resources.

V.Vivek

Biggest library ever. Wide range of books. Great staff. Very structured library.

Steven Speilberg

found a fish in a book.

craig wilber

They have books here

Evan Roberts

Excellent facility. If you need to feel better about the basic skills it requires to use the services of this library, or any library in fact, just read the 1* reviews. It always provides a good laugh.

Alan Bowen

Awesome place

Julia IS Lee

What do I need to say? Love Vancouver Public library. Love Love Love! Open for locals, tourists and everybody. Beautiful building and amazing amount of materials. Books, magazines, Dvds, musics, etc... Love the open area of the roof top and open spaces. I appreciate for great works of all staff all the time!

Mike Peel

Not too busy but good place to visit on a rainy day.

john

Libraries are good, this one is no exception

Laura Pigat

EXCELLENT service and selection. One of the best libraries in the world.

譚潭（Tam Tam）

It is situated in the best part of Vancouver and opens till 9 pm. I especially appreciate that they have plenty of computer workstations nearly every floor. However, I feel that the place is not well ventilated during peak hours. They also hold different workshops. I attended one about online security and it is more practical and useful than what I thought.

Emma Ng

Quiet and cozy library with friendly, helpful, positive and very patient staffs. Even the security guy is very welcoming. They have books, magazines and newspaper for all ages and in many languages. They also have a small section near the entrance that sells old books at a very afforable price. Everthing is well-organized and it looks like everyone is aware of it, since no one ever takes a book and not leaves it back to its original place. There are postings everywhere on the wall. If notice, you can find some useful information about the upcoming events that you may find yourself interested in. I read it once I figured it out that they were giving away free picture books for kids, so I asked them for one and they actually gave it to me (cute haha).

woodcaretech info

Ecstatic

Tiberius B

Best location for studying or for some quiet time reading a book. There are a few convenience stores inside and a coffee shop too.

sonia Ash

One of my fave places of all times! Really wishing for it to open up the study rooms again! Pleease

Philip Olsen

Staff always affable and very informed at the position they occupied; something for all age's. A true Canadian Gem!

Alaa Fathaddin

Great staff and selection

elessar (Ethan)

If it has free wifi, that will be perfect

Lynda White

Thank you for being open!!!

Ahmed Arabi

Great place to study, lots of selection and seating. Central to everything.

Rajini Jesuraj

Vancouver down town peninsula is Canada’s most beautiful west coast cosmopolitan city surrounded by mountains, beaches and Stanley Park’s forest. It has many public libraries and the one in west Georgia street is a famous one. You can spend your time there. You can say it’s a great blessing to Jane at the down town. Children can spend their time safely and improve their knowledge. They are having WiFi access and work spaces. Their meeting rooms are very good. They are having unique collections of books in all the departments. It is very nearer to the public transit. One can make use of their time in this library

Human Being

One of beautiful building I ever seen in my life. Circular shape and material to pile up the building is highly attractive. More importantly it is a library. A number of people visit and stay to look for resources. Some people use this place to host their wedding inside. The real public place is right here. Thank you, Van City!

brendon Pizzati

A World Class Library in a World Class Library System. If you cannot find what you are looking for, the Library will find it (even if it is not in the VPL System) and get it for you in quick measure.

Gregory David

The best library in the lower mainland.

Paola Ardila

Beautiful and quiet placer to study

kan jib

Warm cozy and lovely study environment

Serena

I used to study there! employees are very kind and nice :) so I miss this library????

Jay Hinch

Great place to study. I recommend the top floor!

Marikym Hébert

The view on the 9th floor is not that impressive due to all the other surrounding buildings. But on a nice day it is great to go and read on the patio!

Maryam S

Very dirty library in terms of it never gets cleaned....tables and chairs are never cleaned...be careful not to sit on pee! The location is great, the size is great, the selection is old....

Jonathan Sonniers

super clean and beautiful library in the heart of downtown Vancouver. I find it to be far better than the ones in Burnaby as far as aesthetic and book inventory goes. Will definitely be returning when I can.

wei liu

It's a treasure house!

hemant goyal

Wow, this place is paradise for students and book lovers. Not only does this place have a huge collection of books, they have computers, activity rooms, recording studio, green room, terrace garden, cafeteria, and is right in downtown Vancouver. It has 9 levels which can be accessed by elevators or escalators. Very systematic and organized. Staff is very helpful. Thank you VPL for a wonderful time.

Neil

After making many visits here to use the computer, my heavy jacket with gloves and an umbrella inside got stolen two chairs away from where I was sitting during my most recent visit. I filed a report, but my belongings didn't turn up. I asked if the CCTV recordings were viewed or can be viewed, but I was told there were no CCTV cameras in that area of the library. And when I told them this has never happened to me during previous visits, they then told me that area of the library is a target for thieves. I don't understand why a target area doesn't have CCTV cameras around while a non-target area does.

Mark Doctoroff

A Terrific addition to the city centre. Although the library system dates back about 150 years, and has 22 branches, the new-ish (23 years) centrally located library is the "Jewel in the Crown". It provides many important services as well as multiple special programmes-- of considerable interest to residents and visitors... The first impression, when one approaches it, is the unusual/inspired architecture [and, its selection was judged by the residents]. The theme reflects the "new and the old"- as does Vancouver. Nearby is Robson street, well known for its varied shoppes, restaurants etc. It is a definite "Must See"-- especially on a "rainy day". I hope that this Review was useful.

Scott Gardner

In the inspiration Lab.

Keith Mead

The public washrooms for women and little girls are not safe anymore, since men with gender confused minds under the claim "i think I am a woman"are allowed to use the woman's washroom as well. So, check who is already in the washroom before you use it since library failed to protect you.

Jenni Bee

I love the children's section at the central branch! It is a whole floor for children to explore and you don't have to worry about little ones being noisy. The staff are super kind and helpful! There are small play areas, colouring tables, tablets for kids to use and many more small areas for older kids too. We LOVE the story time with Francesca!! She is the best ever! So atuned to the children and the mood of the group on any day. She does a great mixture of repeated well loved and new songs, great books, getting the kids up and shake out their sillies and gives quick knowledge for the grown ups as well in between. Its a great place to go for free in the city, to enjoy books and kindness and a welcoming warm place to be.

Emma M

Love this library. Sarah was really friendly and helpful!

Darlene

The library is a wonderful place for kids and adults alike. The Central library is beautiful, with several floors, a rooftop space and even a musical instrument lending library!

M Ghabel

Vancouver is lucky to have a landmark as this.

Ronald Williams

Found an couple PS5 video games and great community service and support.

Raven Hanas

The staff here are polite and helpful especially when you’re having hard time looking for certain books. However, as the weather gets hotter everyday, I hope they use the air-conditioning or else it is going to extremely hard to stay indoor and suffocating.

Jessie Ureta

You have everything you need at VPL Central.Vast selection of books,approachable staff and the study corner was all so great!Thank you Canada for putting up an outstanding project for your people.

Rosa MD

Great design and wide range of book selections. A lot of events for different age groups and other services. Great place for studying or group meeting. They also have some cafes and restaurants just outside the library. Great location!

Bob Kim

Good for studying

Mostafa Al Araby

A world class library!

Google User

Great place to study

Debbie Jubb

Was glad when the library reopened. They have made it comfortable to come back. Hoping eventually we'll get the top floor patio open again.

fz lingad

Awesome

Charles Cheng

Great place to visit, more than just a library. Iconic landmark for Vancouver

곽동현 (Dong)

I love this library

Erik Erik

Great place to study. Cool architectural and interior features.

Jesslyn Loi

Books are easy to find and cosy place. Washrooms are quite clean. Just a bit too crowded at times.

Jason Dulai

Honestly, great library. Helpful and genuinely nice staff willing to go out of there way to help you. I live outside of Vancouver and every time I visit this library it has been a great experience.

Liz Gomez

Few computers available with long lines.

Xing Xing

Good place to go. Hope have more books in inventory

Patrice S

Programming that can't be beat: events, workshops, training sessions, services, gallery shows, discussions...you name it. Impressive multilingual selection, helpful staff. A place I always go to to access the Adobe creative suite, borrow a few detective novels, or just get lost in the central branch :)

Cam Pearson

Library slowly opening. Mostly still closed.

Donanvan Skagnawat

Great place and great staff!

Amazing Dragon

Lovely library with lots of books to choose from in every section. Nice layout and lots of room to study and to work (and lots of materials to help you). Lots of foreign languages books and there's food near by. Friendly staff always helpful

Mehdi Rahimi

It should be open 24 hrs. It’s a library but you feel like you are going to sleeping Center. It will be full of homeless people that are sleeping on chairs in cold weather and also one time I found bed bugs on me because of the chair that I used.

jack g m w

Wonderful civic service at no cost, how can you beat that!

Edward Lee

One of the best libraries in Vancouver. Huge library with great staff and nice work/study stations.

Willie Ordonez

If you want to see every homeless in Vancouver and every thief in downtown : "Central Library "

Harry Zhang

Nice.

Daniel

Amazing