Best Libraries in New York, United States to visit (UPDATED December, 2023)

Best places: Libraries in New York

Discover the best places in New York, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. This list contains 46 places from Library category.

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New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Public library

NYC's flagship library, in a beaux arts building next to Bryant Park, flanked by iconic stone lions.

4.70 (5.6K reviews) (~11.52 km from centre)

The Morgan Library & Museum

Museum

Celebrated museum & library's gift shop featuring books, accessories & collection-related wares.

$$ $$

4.70 (4.4K reviews) (~11.07 km from centre)

The New York Public Library Shop

Gift shop

👍👍 If you want to visit the famous Rose Room, you can't just walk in (unless you're doing research). You'll need to book a free guided tour through the library. They have tours 11am - 2pm. The rest of the library is beautiful too.

$$ $$

4.80 (187 reviews) (~11.48 km from centre)

Center for Brooklyn History

Historical society

Stately museum & historical society in an 1881 landmark building with exhibits on Brooklyn history.

4.60 (380 reviews) (~5.91 km from centre)

New-York Historical Society

Museum

West Side museum presenting New York City history via artwork, manuscripts, furniture and more.

4.50 (594 reviews) (~14.24 km from centre)

Greenwich Library

Public library

👍 The Greenwich Public library is a large immaculate space that appears inviting until you encounter certain mature staff behind the reference desks. Apparently, they can freely sip beverages, speak using their outdoor voices, and employ condescending tones and eye-rolling at patrons. The facility is...

4.80 (141 reviews) (~49.76 km from centre)

Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Arboretum

Outdoor botanical park open daily & an indoor education center with library & seasonal plant clinic.

4.80 (126 reviews) (~63.06 km from centre)

Tibet House

Art gallery

Sprawling complex that promotes Tibetan culture with a Buddhist shrine, exhibition space & library.

4.80 (113 reviews) (~10.13 km from centre)

Plainsboro Public Library

Public library

4.60 (157 reviews) (~64.73 km from centre)

Uniondale Public Library

Public library

4.70 (100 reviews) (~30.66 km from centre)

Norwalk Public Library

Public library

4.60 (110 reviews) (~68.41 km from centre)

SCLSNJ's Hillsborough Library Branch

Library

4.70 (90 reviews) (~63.35 km from centre)

Ukrainian History and Education Center of NJ

Heritage museum

👍👍 Glory to Ukraine! The place is simply great, a large parking lot, the territory is huge!!! I recommend visiting this place and supporting the diaspora financially and morally!!!!!👍👏👏🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦👏👏👍👍👍👌👌😀😀😀😀👌😄😃😃😁😁😁😃😄😄😁 😁😃😄👍👍👍👏👏👍👍👍👏👏👏👏😀😀😀😀👌😃😃😃👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

4.40 (171 reviews) (~49.64 km from centre)

Long Island Maritime Museum

Maritime museum

👍👍 Great museum and grounds to see. It’s a ton of space outside to enjoy even when it’s cold. The US life saving exhibit is great and the small craft building has a ton of boats and information. Staff is amazing. Totally worth a visit.

4.40 (159 reviews) (~72.46 km from centre)