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National Library Building
Library and Office
Downtown Core, Singapore
"Borrow a book to while you are at it"(5 Tips)
"Queue outside the Study Lounge before they open to get a seat!"(6 Tips)
"free use at the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library."(4 Tips)
"Good place to enjoy reading books and cool down."(19 Tips)
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An iconic building whichever junction you are admiring it from
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You can bring reference books from any levels of the Reference Library to any other levels. Just use the staircase located at the left end (upon entry) of the Reference Library at your level.Upvote7Downvote
Ted Patrick BoglosaDecember 29, 2015The 11th floor has the Southeast Asian book collection. A very good amount of books!
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Felix B.November 28, 2018Hi to the 11th floor and you will have a good free view over the city.Upvote2DownvoteUpvoted Feb 18
Victor OhMarch 16, 2010This place is best to study. With its spacious surroundings and comfortable seating areas, you can spend the whole day camping here. At leas that's what I am doingUpvote2Downvote
Wow, racial and status discriminations flying all over the toxic work place~ even external vendors get scrutinised like criminals? Thank you NLB for opening my eyesUpvoteDownvote
Ayaka WatanabeJune 24, 2011Good for reference and self study. Got Internet too so you can refer to some sites like wiki even if you don't have your personal lap top. And normal books at level B1..UpvoteDownvote
Chutima NakwarinNovember 18, 2013Gigantic library and lots of activity here, especially for kids ^_^ modern 24 hrs. drop book kiosUpvoteDownvote
If you want to check the courses and programs offered at ESSEC, the French business school, go to their reception on 13th floorUpvoteDownvote
Deswin LimOctober 9, 2016patrons need to be more considerate and only occupy the seats when needed. most of the seats are reserved with their belongings leaving others with no seatsUpvoteDownvote
Distinctive architecture in this place. Don't miss it.UpvoteDownvote
who needs to buy books. upper levels have more industry-specific books.Upvote1Downvote
Hanis is a nice open air cafe on the ground floor.UpvoteDownvote
Get few books borrowed at B1 then proceed to study room at level 5 or 7 for a peace of mindUpvote2Downvote
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Emvlyn OngJuly 9, 2015They have security checking bags so do not bring in any food or related stuff into the library.UpvoteDownvote
- As per the tip about the toilets, the upper levels are way nicer. Borrow a book to while you are at itUpvoteDownvote
All-time favorite drink - Avocado Shake at Hanis Cafe. Less than $5 and one of the best Avocado drinks around, not too sweet, just nice!Upvote6Downvote
May Zamora-CabajarDecember 30, 2010Watch out for very interesting cultural exhibits. This is a haven for those who love to read and study.UpvoteDownvote
Finance students should hang out at level 7. Fantastic collection over here.Upvote1Downvote
- Queue outside the Study Lounge before they open to get a seat! :) it's more crowded during the weekends too.Upvote1Downvote
Hongwen ChenApril 22, 2012lvl 8 is a reference library, not for primary school students to do their home works!UpvoteDownvote
Seluna ChuaMarch 31, 2012Study lounge at 5th floor. Quiet, good air on, nice view outside.UpvoteDownvote
Dolson JiechengFebruary 17, 2011Open at 930 morning. Make sure u queue up morning 830 or else u won't get seat. Especially sat and sunUpvote2Downvote
library staff are friendly and helpful... Have questions? Ask them! (@level 11)UpvoteDownvote
Nathanael OngFebruary 23, 2011The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. A book that leaves a life enhancing shift in ones perception on life. An ease to read.UpvoteDownvote
NimrehsSeptember 10, 2011An amazing building! I am coming here more often. It's great!
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Rachel LeeApril 12, 2010Go to Level 5, where they have a Study Lounge for people who wants to read, work on their assignments or to go online with their laptops.Upvote5Downvote
JOhn ChuaDecember 31, 2011Toilets here are pretty awesome. Totally worth a visit here.UpvoteDownvote
Wah! A few days late return must pay $2.70? tai lang phang huay ah!UpvoteDownvote
Tian Guan LeeDecember 29, 2010Come here 10 mins early before the opening hours and hear the sweet message from the PA system.UpvoteDownvote
- May Zamora-CabajarMarch 23, 2011Check the exhibit schedules and visit 7th floor for good marketing booksUpvoteDownvote
Evon TaiOctober 16, 2010Library is big...but wonder y only level 5 is study lounge and it will super small >.<UpvoteDownvote
Wanna borrow stuff? Go to b1: central public library. Has the largest fiction and literary arts collection out of the 20+ other libraries.Upvote3Downvote
There's a book cover art exhibition on level 7!UpvoteDownvote
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National Library Building houses the Lee Kong Chian Reference...(Show more)
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- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
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- 8.2
"Study/reading areas are at level B1 can be reserved online. Not the most comfortable chairs, but all spots come with an electrical point. Nice view of greenery too"
Cheen The Curious - 7.7
"Love this theatre. A good size and great sight lines."
David Kelham - 6.9
"Access levels 8 and 9 via the staircase so you can bring books up and down without having to go via the main door and lifts. Bypass security too!"
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- 6.5
"There's a very decent selection of graphic novels here. A comic book nerd's dream!"
Dominic Leong - 8.2
"Beautifully designed little library with a wide array of literature, from design to magazines. I particularly like their [modern] fiction selection. Great peaceful and quiet spot!"
Luisa Li - 5.8
"Quite wide here, books satisfied, overall just Good."
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