State Library of New South Wales, Sydney

Name: State Library of New South Wales
Address: Macquarie St, Sydney, 2000, Australia
Telephone: +61 2 9273 1414

#251 among attractions in Sydney

Library, Historical place

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State Library of New South Wales, Sydney

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Facts and practical information

The State Library of New South Wales, part of which is known as the Mitchell Library, is a large heritage-listed special collections, reference and research library open to the public. It is the oldest library in Australia, being the first established in the colony of New South Wales in 1826. The library is located on the corner of Macquarie Street and Shakespeare Place, in the Sydney central business district adjacent to the Domain and the Royal Botanic Gardens, in the City of Sydney. The library is a member of the National and State Libraries Australia consortium. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1826 (198 years ago)Coordinates: 33°52'1"S, 151°12'47"E

Address

Macquarie StCentral Business District (Martin Place)Sydney 2000 Australia

Contact

+61 2 9273 1414

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Day trips

State Library of New South Wales – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Westfield Sydney, Hyde Park Barracks, The Strand Arcade, The Domain.

~1630 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westfield Sydney, Sydney
8 min walk • Westfield Sydney is a premier shopping destination nestled in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This upscale shopping centre is strategically located on Pitt Street Mall, one of the most bustling retail precincts in the country.
~990 ftS
Museum, Georgian architecture, Neoclassical architecture
Hyde Park Barracks, Sydney
5 min walk • Hyde Park Barracks is a landmark steeped in history, nestled in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This heritage-listed former barracks, prison, and law court complex is a testimony to the city's colonial past, having housed convicts, orphans, and destitute women...
~1770 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Strand Arcade, Sydney
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, The Strand Arcade stands as a cherished emblem of the city's Victorian heritage and a premier shopping destination. Since its grand opening in 1892, this historic arcade has been a beacon of elegance and sophistication, offering an array...
~740 ftSE
Park, Entertainment, Music venue
The Domain, Sydney
4 min walk • The Domain is a heritage-listed open space located in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This expansive public park, adjacent to the Royal Botanic Gardens, serves as a green oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. It spans across 34 hectares and is a popular venue for...
~1130 ftSW
Church, Georgian architecture, Historical place
St James' Church, Sydney
6 min walk • St James' Church, commonly known as St James', King Street, is an Australian heritage-listed Anglican parish church located at 173 King Street, in the Sydney central business district of the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales.
~1830 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
MidCity, Sydney
9 min walk • MidCity is a shopping centre in the Sydney Central Business District. It is located on Pitt Street Mall, adjacent to Westfield Sydney, The Strand Arcade and is diagonally opposite Glasshouse.
~1450 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Glasshouse, Sydney
7 min walk • Glasshouse is an office and retail building in the Sydney central business district. It is located on the corner of King Street and Pitt Street Mall, adjacent to Westfield Sydney and is opposite MidCity, The Strand Arcade and Sydney Arcade.
~370 ftSW
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
St Stephen's Uniting Church, Sydney
2 min walk • St Stephen's Uniting Church is a heritage-listed Uniting Church located at 197 Macquarie Street, in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~790 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Cafe
Sydney Mint, Sydney
4 min walk • The Sydney Mint in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, is the oldest surviving public building in the Sydney central business district. Built between 1811 and 1816 as the southern wing of the Sydney Hospital, it was then known as the Rum Hospital.
~1040 ftW
Art Deco architecture
MLC Building, Sydney
6 min walk • The MLC Building is a heritage-listed office building located at 42-46 Martin Place in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was designed by Bates Smart & McCutcheon and built from 1936 to 1938 by Concrete Constructions Limited.
~990 ftS
Memorial
Queen's Square, Sydney
5 min walk • Queen's Square is a public square in central Sydney, Australia. The square is located at the junction of King Street with Phillip Street and Macquarie Street. It is bounded on the south by St James Road and Prince Albert Road.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is State Library of New South Wales open?

State Library of New South Wales is open:

Monday 9 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 8 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to State Library of New South Wales?

Nearby attractions include St Stephen's Uniting Church, Sydney (2 min walk), Deutsche Bank Place, Sydney (2 min walk), Chifley Tower, Sydney (3 min walk), ANZ Bank Centre, Sydney (3 min walk).

How to get to State Library of New South Wales by public transport?

The nearest stations to State Library of New South Wales:

Bus

Stand B, Martin Place • Lines: 200 (1 min walk)
Stand C, Martin Place, Elizabeth Street • Lines: 431, M52 (4 min walk)

Train

Martin Place (4 min walk)
St James (8 min walk)

Light rail

Wynyard • Lines: L2, L3 (9 min walk)
Bridge Street • Lines: L2, L3 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Circular Quay Wharf 2 • Lines: F2, F7 (12 min walk)
Circular Quay Wharf 3 • Lines: F1 (12 min walk)