


In the heart of bustling Crown Street, the contemporary library spans 2 floors of an impressive building that has won a swag of architectural awards for its sustainable design.
Library services update
Most branches are open to visit to browse and borrow, study, work, read and use the computers. Borrowing is available using a contactless reserve and collect service at the other branches.
Wear a face mask if you can’t stay 1.5m apart when visiting our libraries. Masks are not mandatory.
Read more about available services and safety measures.
Surry Hills Library
Opening hours
Monday to Friday
10am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday
11am 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.After-hours return chute included
On Crown Street near the main entrance. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Self-service computers included
Wifi included
Free wifiRecycling station included
Drop off batteries, mobile phones and light bulbs near the entrance.Children’s area included
Accessibility
Accessible toilets included
Wheelchair access included
Lift included
My library
Explore our collections
Library collections
Magazine and newspaper collectionLibrary collections
Toys collectionLibrary collections
Makerspace kitsLibrary collections
Green your life collectionLibrary collections
Film and TV collectionLibrary collections
Music collectionLibrary collections
Video game console collectionLibrary 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 collectionHistory & archive collections
Books about Sydney’s historyLibrary collections
Musical instruments collectionLibrary collections
Koori collection
What's on
Talks, courses & workshops
Library events and workshopsWe have a new program of online events you can join, including talks, classes and book and movie clubs. See what’s coming up or available to watch now.Talks, courses & workshops
Rhymetime and storytime onlineOur librarians present fun storytime sessions for pre-schoolers and rhymetime for 0 to 2 year-olds. New sessions in English, Mandarin and Auslan are regularly added for kids to watch anytime.Talks, courses & workshops
Makerspace workshops and events in the Ideas LabA dedicated makerspace and multipurpose room to create, invent or tinker.