Bristol Central Library, Bristol

Name: Bristol Central Library
Address: Deanary St, Bristol, BS1 5TL, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 117 903 7250

#148 among attractions in Bristol

Library, Tudor Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

Bristol Central Library is a historic building on the south side of College Green, Bristol, England. It contains the main collections of Bristol's public library. ()

Coordinates: 51°27'6"N, 2°36'7"W

Address

Deanary StCabotBristol BS1 5TL United Kingdom

Contact

+44 117 903 7250

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Day trips

Bristol Central Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Arnolfini, O2 Academy Bristol, Bristol Cathedral, Cabot Tower.

~1370 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
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Dancing, Nightlife
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~310 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture
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~910 ftE
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~1420 ftNE
Music venue
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~560 ftSE
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~1170 ftSE
Bridge
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~1310 ftW
Baths
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~1510 ftE
Park
Queen Square, Bristol
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Bristol Central Library open?

Bristol Central Library is open:

Monday 10 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 7 pm
Wednesday closed
Thursday 10 am - 7 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Bristol Central Library?

Nearby attractions include St Mark's Church, Bristol (1 min walk), Bristol Cathedral, Bristol (2 min walk), City Hall, Bristol (2 min walk), Grosvenor Casino Bristol, Bristol (2 min walk).

How to get to Bristol Central Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bristol Central Library:

Bus

Anchor Road • Lines: 902, 903, Falcon (3 min walk)
College Green • Lines: 8, 9 (4 min walk)

Ferry

City Centre • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (5 min walk)
Harbour Inlet (6 min walk)

Train

SS Great Britain (8 min walk)
Princes Wharf (9 min walk)