Beautiful building, a couple of lovely little cafes and there are always shows on there like photography etc. Close to the Harbour and in lovely Macquarie Street. More

If you have a need for research, it's great. Not much of interest to do otherwise. More

Great outlet for studying - quiet, resourceful and well equipped More

the building is lovely - friendly staff. always find what i need. have take my kids there More

Inlaid floors and beautiful building. Very helpful staff and if one wants to do research this is an excellent place to start. Has a small cafe as well and is on Macquarie Street which is an interesting street to walk along containing so much of old Sydney. More

Our grand old State Library isn't the sexiest place in Sydney, but it's gracious old building on Macquarie St that's worth a look, and inside they've blended old and new architecture in a way that works pretty well. More

This is one of the best libraries in Australia and more especially for research. The collections are excellent and world class and include copious materials related to New South Wales and Australia but also to New Zealand which, in the 1830s was actually part of NSW administratively. The library also offers a quiet haven away from the bustle of Sydney... More

This is definitely the place to be during the hot summer weather if you'll looking for a place to sit down and rest after long walks in the city.. More

Has everything and building accessible from CBD excellent books and research area More