Above the Kings Cross customer service centre, this popular library has lounge and study areas, plenty of self-service computers and a dedicated children's 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.
Kings Cross Library
Opening hours
Monday to Friday
10am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday
10am to 4pm
Public holidays
Closed
Returns chute
Monday to Friday
10am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday
10am to 4pm
Public holidays
Closed
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
JP services included
Limit of 10 documents per person. No appointment required.
- Tuesdays 11am to 1:30pm
Recycling station included
Drop off batteries, mobile phones, light bulbs and small electronics on level 1 near the returns shelf at the front of the library. Available during library opening hours.
Children’s area included
Baby change facilities included
Accessibility
Onsite mobility parking not included
Mobility parking within 300m not included
Level access entrance included
Entry door type included
Automatic: double doors, open sidewards, 2.10 metres wide.
Floors included
2Lift included
1Accessible toilets included
1 with LH on level 2.Accessible computers included
Accessible large print keyboards and trackballs are available as well as magnifying and screen reading software, ability to change language settings.Ambulant toilets not included
Accessible adult change facility not included
Hearing support system included
1 in the AV training area on level 2.Wheelchair access included
My library
Explore our collections
Library collections
Film and TV collectionLibrary collections
Music collectionLibrary collections
Magazine and newspaper collectionLibrary collections
Video game console collectionLibrary collections
Makerspace kitsLibrary collections
Book collectionLibrary collections
Children and family collectionsLibrary collections
Local history collectionLibrary collections
Reference and special collectionsLibrary collections
Research and homework databasesLibrary collections
Community languages collectionLibrary collections
Musical instruments collectionLibrary collections
Green your life collectionHistory & archive collections
Books about Sydney’s historyLibrary collections
Koori collectionLibrary collections
Toys 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.