Popular with locals and students, this library offers free wifi, self-service computers and a children’s area. There are plenty of spots to read and study including the beautiful garden area.
Temporary closure Friday 29 November
All City of Sydney libraries and Glebe neighbourhood service centres will be closed on Friday 29 November for a staff development day.
Customs House, Darling Square, Glebe, Green Square, Kings Cross, Newtown and Surry Hills libraries will reopen at 10am on Saturday 30 November.
After-hours return chutes are available at Customs House, Darling Square, Glebe, Green Square, Newtown, Surry Hills, Ultimo and Waterloo branches.
You can continue to renew and reserve items, as well as access our extensive online digital collection.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused. This development day will help us serve you better.
Glebe Library
Opening hours
Open to visit to browse and borrow, read and use the self-service computers and desks.
Monday to Friday
10am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday
10am to 4pm
Public holidays
Closed
Returns chute
Next to main entrance.
Monday to Sunday
Open 24 hours
Features
Print, copy and scan included
Use your membership card or purchase a casual use ticket from the self-service kiosk.Self-service computers included
Desktop computers and laptops, available for use, some with Adobe Creative Cloud.Wifi included
Free wifiPrinted newspapers included
Study desks included
Children’s area included
Baby change facilities included
Recycling station included
Drop off batteries, mobile phones, light bulbs and small electronics at the rear of the library near the computer room entrance.
Accessibility
Onsite mobility parking included
2Mobility parking within 300m included
1 mobility parking right across the library. Located at 315 Glebe Point Road.Level access entrance included
- Ramp access on Glebe Point Road or 5 steps to Glebe Point Road entrance.
- Level access to Wigram Street entrance.
Entry door type included
Automatic doors: open to the left, 1000mm wide each.Floors included
1Lift not included
Accessible toilets included
2 unisex with RH.Ambulant toilets not included
Accessible adult change facility not included
Hearing support system not included
Wheelchair access included
Accessible computers included
Accessible large print keyboards and trackballs are available as well as magnifying and screen reading software, ability to change language settings.
My library
Explore our collections
Library collections
Koori collectionLibrary collections
Toys collectionLibrary collections
Magazine and newspaper collectionLibrary collections
Video game console collectionLibrary collections
Makerspace kitsLibrary collections
Book collectionLibrary collections
Film and TV collectionLibrary collections
Music collectionLibrary collections
Local history collectionLibrary collections
Reference and special collectionsLibrary collections
Research and homework databasesLibrary collections
Children and family collectionsLibrary collections
Green your life collectionLibrary collections
Community languages collectionLibrary collections
Musical instruments collection
What's on
Talks, courses & workshops
Library events and workshopsWe have a new program of events you can join in our branches or online, including talks, classes and book clubs. See what’s coming up or available to watch now.Talks, courses & workshops
Rhymetime and storytimeFoster your child’s language and literacy skills through singing, reading and other fun activities.Talks, courses & workshops
Makerspace workshops and events in the Ideas LabA dedicated makerspace and multipurpose room to create, invent or tinker.