One of the most beautiful libraries in the world! Id love to visit the library and the beautiful City of Salt Lake someday (once Im no longer stuck in Canada because of COVID)Still, Toronto Raptors >>> Utah Jazz

This Library is absolutely amazing. The building is just so beautiful and expanseful. They have tons of selections of books and amazing study areas and plenty of places to sit and read. The roof is particularly beautiful, especially for sunsets and looking out over the city.

One of the best libraries in the US or even world. Its architecture and design is one of a kind and classic for libraries. This building doesnt need to turn on lights in the day. At higher level of the library, you can enjoy 360 degrees view from the library hall. Best of all, there is a rooftop garden and you can enjoy your meal at here (Sorry, I dont see any no food, no drink signage).

Beautiful facility need to learn laws surrounding public photography stop requiring stickers for photographers and we do not need a pamphlet on how to behave in public

This library was awesome! The atrium is beautiful and you can take a glass elevator to the top floor and see everything below. You can go up to the roof where there is a rooftop garden and path that has been and seating. There is a great view of the skyline from there. The childrens section is great with little alcoves in the wall where they can sit and read. Coffee, pastries, and hot chocolate can be purchased inside the atrium on the main floor and there are plenty of places to study.

I love the library, but would like to know how long one can stay in the library right now?I see that its yellow and that you have to wear a mask, But theres nothing quite clear on the website about if theres a time limit, ie: If I wanted to stay from 12 - 6 (open to close currently)?

I love the slc public library system. Huge selection, including movies, friendly staff, and lots of locations.

Quiet clean and beautiful. Good foodA lot of homeless people.

TIP - be sure to check out the view from the roof. Its amazing!TIP - they have a great group on beekeepingTIP - great wifi and work desks you can use.TIP - be sure to check out the arts festival here each year in June! Its lots of fun, good food, and many amazing local artists.

Excellent Library! Very interesting architecturally, creating a unique public space with a market of small business. Awesome quiet seating areas for reading, polite socializing, and people watching. One of the better childrens libraries, with fun reading areas. Great plaza with fountain and sculptures. Green roof with seating, as well as sweeping ramp access. Just a fun place, one of my favorites!

This library is SO BEAUTIFUL and bright!! Lots of windows and seating. There’s also such wonderful artwork and little shops inside. The roof has a beautiful view of the city and a beehive. Apparently they also let people borrow puzzles and sewing machines here, and there are so many events. Happened upon a massive book sale today~

During my hols in SLC last week also visited the Library. What can I say?WOW, what an amazing, beautiful, stunning piece of modern architecture! When I stepped inside my jaw instantly dropped Didnt know where to look first to be honest! The use of so much glass tiles in combination with steel works inspiring and relaxing at the same time.There are a few small shops, incl a beautiful Art Gallery, a flower shop and some small coffee shops.Downstairs youll find old pictures and exhibition of the Transcontinental Railway; mid-May 2019 there will be a celebration going on for the 150th Anniversary of it.When downstairs simply look up at the ceiling! Also walk through the building and have a look outside on the East-side. Youll get to see the rounded shape of this beautiful building.One thing is certain : Ive never seen such a Library building like this one!

An amazing modern gem within our city, spacious, open, and filled with light. It opened in 2003 but still feels brand new. Nothing else like it in the world.

Wow. Visited the city for a day and had to check out the library; its one of my favorite sights in a city. The grounds of this library is beautiful. Great views from the roof top terrace and the beehives were an added bonus.I loved the cute little hair salon, library store that sold used inventory from the library and local products, as well​ as the art gallery. Really cool building.Located along Trax free ride area.

Ive always loved this place. It is great, it is high-quality, it has decently-fast WiFi, it has a lot of books, and it has a lot of amenities - what more could you ask for?

Great library. Plus beautiful building

Today was my first time and I loved it the level 4... The two front desk ladies was as angels, I dont remember her names but it Theyve got a great service volunteering. Thanks for choose her

This library is pretty awesomely huge and really fun to walk around in! The bottom level has cute little shops and snack options. The rooftop was unfortunately closed when I went but Ill definitely be coming back to see it and roam the shelves again!

I just watched a First Amendment audit on this library and its the most amazing library I have ever seen and even though the sraff gave the photographers a little bit of hard time they were amazingly professional and Incredibly friendly.What a beautiful place, good job Salt lake City.

Awesome! One of the largest libraries in the country with every book you could ever want. A roof top garden and coffee shop along with a bunch of small shops on the ground floor. Almost always some fun event going on to check out.

One of the most beautiful libraries I have ever been. Thanks to the huge windows, the entire library is very bright. There are good services such as printing and computer labs too.

Such a interesting and comfortable place to hang out! Love the architecture and ambiance. I love browsing the used books on sale in the library store, too.

I like how phallic the foliage is!... Backup on GPS and take a look at the landscaping along 300 east... I wonder who signed off on that landscaping design? Frank and beans

Very slow to get holds ready. Not sure what everyone is doing since it’s closed due to covid. Very disappointing drive for no books.

My favorite library is in a small town in CT, this place a really big. I lost my child here. There were books on how to handle that. Nice people though!

Coolest library Ive ever seen

Great selection and beautiful building. Even has a rooftop garden to enjoy. With any public library in a city, yes there are homeless people about but they seem to stay to themselves and they should be able to enjoy the library just like everyone else. Although, a larger security presence might help put minds at ease as it seems many of these reviewers can’t be in the same space as someone who is homeless.

Staying Covid safe.

Its open on the first floor again!

Setting up policies that do not conflict with laws and regulations is key please revise and train you security personnel to treat members of the public with respect. 1st amendment audit— FAIL—

The most beautiful library I have ever seen with a spectacular rooftop view.

Came here for a Sundance screening. Amazing library with great facilities and impressive architecture. WiFi was super fast and screening room in the basement was high end. Definitely recommended!

Really nice Library. The views are amazing and they have tons of outdoor areas. We even took some wedding pictures here.

A very unique and captivating design. There is a walkway leading to the top of the libraries where you can catch nice views of Salt Lake and the Wasatch Range.

Public libraries are there to offer as a dynamic, versatile community center. Impactful use, among other purposes, is to “find work, apply to college, secure government benefit, and immerse oneself in learning. All these, and more, are effectively supported only when constructed on a foundation of an environment that is welcoming, encouraging, and innovative. This should be achieved in all tangible and intangible aspects of a thoughtfully programmed library. The Salt Lake City Public Library does well to encompass these notions. Their only pick fall is the expensive public parking, which deters those visitors who especially need this resource in their life.

The structure is beautiful and theres a lot of great reading options inside. extremely wide selection of books, and lots of online resources available if you have a library card. The librarians were helpful and knew what they were doing. Very spacious, with lots of room to read and study. My one complaint is that they dont have free parking.

A beautiful and quite place to study, read and even just sit in the hot summers of SLC.

Wonderful place! I was impressed on how big and wonderful this building was. As far as books you will find whatever you want here. Its a great place to study, do research or just simply find a place to focus on something. The computers are great too with fast internet. People are here a lovely and welcoming. Great great experience.

Great Staff! Every staff member I came into contact with was incredibly helpful and kind. Like any urban library, you can expect to see people from all walks of life - the staff there treat everyone with patience and kindness. The library itself is lovely, easy to navigate, and has numerous resources to search for and find your book.

Real cool building with great views, though many homeless people around.

Love this place. Great view, nice cafe and the best art gallery in town..

Beautiful building, competent staff, many sponsored events of public interest. On the con side are the limited hours (why close at 5 PM on Fri-Sun?) and an unfathomable acquisition pattern. Myriads of books from obscure authors, even as the library ignores some of the most accomplished writers of the past century. One example is JD Vance, one of the best American Sci-Fi writers ever. Vance was a prolific writer yet the library holds a single short (unrepresentative) pamphlet of his. Whoever curates the Sci-Fi section is not doing a good job.

MOST AMAZING LIBRARY IVE EVER BEEN TO! Wow. This place is a serious treasure.

Best library in the state :)

Ok Ive never been inside but I look at it all the time. It is a monument to books!

5 stars because of Courteney. Probably not the correct spelling of her name my apologies (;Just watched a vid on this amazing building! Im so there in a week! Good to know I can film as long people like Courteney are about (;

Best place ever!️

A multi-story library with all of the books you could ever want, shops located inside, and a rooftop garden (with a small apiary) make this the best library Ive ever been to! Not only that, but the staff is incredibly kind, informative and patient.This should be where you go this summer, as theres tons of events, ranging from rooftop yoga, to board game night!

This is one of the places you should definitely visit and take a look inside in Utah.

Ive been to many libraries in several states, nothing compares to the beautifully designed center of amazing! The events and classes alone put this library over the top, not to mention the four floors of written and digital media. A few extra perks include; a community garden, beehives with a viewing area, small rooftop park, cafes, and plenty of computer access on almost every floor. In short, a must see!!

Beautiful building and nice collection, but the parking garage elevator smelled very strongly of urine.

Its a great place to gather your head

Salt Lake City Public Library Building itself is a great amazing place to visit with any one’s family. Building is constructed with excellent curved glasses with an amazing artistic design of its own, only one in our city. They have many different kinds of facilities for all ages. Lots of books and magazines of various types are available. It’s a garden on top of its 5 storied building. Staffs are excellent and always cordially helpful.But, often crowded by homeless people.

The public library of Salt Lake City is absolutely beautiful! The childrens area is amazing with play rooms, tiny child-sized reading books, and huge stuffed animals to relax on. Theres also sensory stations that would be good for children with sensory-related issues. There are small shops inside of the library, and they have anything you can imagine looking through from magazines to music and way more. Worth seeing!

Best library ever! Free check out of a massive library of movies, TV shows, ect. Not to mention an extensive library. If they dont have it, chances are they can find it for you.

Helpful staff. Wasnt hard getting a computer. Carry large amount of magazines, periodicals, newspapers, and comic books for the non digital reader.

Such a great place! I love our library. When I have friends from out of town come and visit, I like to take them here.

Beautiful building and photo opportunity in downtown Salt Lake City. Beautiful roof garden with fantastic mountain view.

Beautiful building, friendly staff, awesome mountain views.

I simply just LOVE this place. It is beautiful and peaceful. The public access to the internet through the free computers can come in handy sometimes. The architecture of the building and the design of the lawn, amphitheater, courtyard, ...the entire place, it is extraordinary! This is one sexy building.It is just a great place to go to learn, relax, get some new music or movies, especially those days when you dont really have any place to get to. The library is one of my favorite places to chill.

Very huge, modern, awesome library. Staff is very helpful, getting a library card is painless and is free. Its a nice place to relax and read a book, or you can use their computers and get online, and its all for free. Theres shops down in the lobby area, where you can get a coffee, a haircut even. Definitely worth a visit.

The staff that worked at the library were very friendly. I was struggling with printing from my laptop and they helped me step by step. The parking is a bit difficult. The street parking is not bad, but the garage parking is expensive. The desks are great for studying/getting work done. Ours was a little dirty, but they are very spacious and have outlets. On the weekends, several of the stores on the first floor are closed. The cafe attached to the library is really good! I had a Lavender Latte and it was delicious.

The library itself is fine, but if youre coming here specifically for the passport office, do NOT come here. I came into the office at least five times and was told to leave and come back every time because I was given different information every single time. Once I was able to sit down with someone, the process was painless, but the process leading up to that was so terrible and frustrating that it just was not worth it whatsoever.

I love this place! The ambience is otherworldly. The coolest place in town!

We went to the library today for the first time and it was awesome. The lady at the desk on floor 2 with red glasses was incredibly friendly, I could have chatted with her forever. The kids level is awesome, so many books!

One of the best public libraries that I have been. THe architecture was simply superb.I was in Salt lake city for a weekI didnt want to go back to my hotel room. A decent place to spend an evening or any other time.The outside view of the mountains are amazing.The wifi speed is pretty decent ( enought to watch a movie - but I was doing some programming stuff)There were many homeless people inside using the public computers and they were taking up most of the space. The glass elevator was fun to ride.

Unique, lots of natural light and they have a recording booth! Whaaaaaat!!!

Beautiful building with lots of light and glass. Nice staff. Clean and easy to maneuver. Parking was also accessible and fast.

Amazing Library, beautiful archetecture, stunning views from the roof, excellent art exibitions, great selection of the full diversity of books genres, and the most friendly and thoughtful staff I have ever experienced in a public library. A Downtown SLC must!

They really do have a curated selection of the most extremely annoying apparently homeless and/or mentally-ill persons using the free computers here. I recognize that they have just as much right to use the facilities as I do, but they yell, scratch themselves where you dont want to see it, bounce up and down, blah blah blah...security does exist, but the only time I see them threatening to kick people out is when people fall asleep...the sleeping ones are less of a problem than the ones they leave alone. The loud barking ones make a library visit feel like being in jail.

I had my bridal photos done here and I loved how they turned out! Inside and outside. So many great back drops and plays with texture and patterns. Great garden area outside. I dont think we had to pay either. Which was a great perk. I cant say anything for the books though. Ill definitely be back for that purpose.

Homeless camp, best to avoid the east side of the library property. The homeless issue has gotten worse and worse and nothing is done about it.

Bad customer service

Beautiful building. Horrible WiFi.The building was exactly how youd imagine a classy, futuristic library would like like. Plenty of desks with outlets and comfy chairs for reading.The staff was super nice but clueless on the wifi issue.The wifi was SO spotty the entire day working. It would go out randomly then show an error saying accessing my Gmail is restricted. Towards the end of the day, I was attempting to connect to WiFi for an hour. I even moved around the entire library and tried each floor. This library is the antithesis of all libraries.I ended up going to Dunkin across the street and the wifi worked fantastically.

Beautiful and HUGE! Something for everyone and its totally free.

Visit Salt Lakes downtown library if you appreciate wide, expansive places, interesting architecture, unique and local art, and people watching. Free film series, interesting classes,childrens library, comfortable seating, and some of the most educated and informed librarians in the state are just a few of the reasons to drop by.

Beautiful library, friendly staff, decent SciFi section.

Well designed, pleasing to look at, and large. It seems to have more convenances available than most libraries Ive seen with shops at the base.

That is a great Library very big and spacious fairly new to had everything that Ive been looking for and a whole lot more it took me years to learn how to read I suffer from a disability which I tried to turn into an ability and youre getting of a taste of it here with photographs I love art and all different types of medium Im not that good at any of them but I keep trying and Ally Berry I said Library this dang machine helps me get there just cuz I cant read that good doesnt mean I cant look at pictures and I can read in the pictures just as well as I can words the library has a Great thing going

The Salt Lake City Public Library is one of the most interesting buildings in Salt Lake City. It has unique architecture that is easy to spot, and hard to forget. Once inside, glass walls make the library look both futuristic and classic and an open and peaceful place to research, read, eat, or shop, while still feeling connected to the community, the city, and nature. Several boutique shops are fun to peruse and in the basement is a small art gallery and entrance to a theater where no doubt and interesting film or concert is taking place. Be sure to check out the constant events happening at the library.Outside there is a path to the top of the terrace where it offers spectacular views of the city. The grounds in general consist of fountains, gardens, bridges and an amphitheater. Many events occur here during the summer and its always a blast! The library is situated next to the Leonardo Museum and the old City Hall. Both wonderful buildings that are of interest to locals and tourists alike.

Used to go there many years ago. Was great, lots of books, quiet. And I loved the little coffee shop!

A great-looking library and has a lot of superb content. I like ordering some obscure novels via ILL and the staff is professional and friendly.

This Library is one of the nicest in the nation its very beautiful the homeless population is getting bad but otherwise you will like this place. Its a lot of fun if you have not been able to get there its a must see !!

Beautiful architecture with a wide selection of books, helpful staff, and fantastic kid’s section. 9/10 because it’s a landmark for homeless people.

WOW! What architecture!! This place is amazing and hard to explain. Nearly invisible elevators... all glass. Stores and shops inside. Four floors and work areas overlooking downtown Salt Lake City and the mountains. If I could work everyday from here I would, but was only in town so that my son could attend Comic Con and I was able to work from the library for the day. Very nice people. A lot of homeless and the parking cost $12 for 5 hours.

A huge library with everything you can think of. Not as quiet because there are so many people. Staff is friendly and very helpful. The view of the mountains is amazing. It was very clean for the amount of people I saw using the library.

This library is a good place to help you focus

I love the SLC library. Its selection is vast and the layout and design of library is really neat too.

I came from California and visited the place and quickly signed up! Staff are amazing! And their homeless are reasonable. Those who complain, visit California! Utah is the best state ever! Child friendly, wealthy and the libraries are awesome! Super happy.

What are the best and most technologically advanced Building architecture that Ive ever seen that has all the advancements in computer usable computer rooms printers Etc and a library with books to cover any subject! I went there and it was in awe and its well worth a visit!

Amazing Library. We love going to it. The kids area is big and has a lot of fun areas to explore. The bees and flowers on the roof are cool. There are some great areas for students and group studys. There are also some really good events there.

The petite blonde at the coffee kiosk is as mean as a dog pissing tacks, but wow is she absolutely gorgeous. SLC is a.city that will slap u in the face with oh my good this is the girl Ive been looking for all my life from one side of the block to the next. Gotta be something in the water and I wish my ancestors came here 100 years ago.And the library kicks tuchas to boot.Viva American Zion....4 real.

A great place but its 300 seat theater is not comfortable in anyway. The seats sit too close and leg room is worse than coach in an airline. I wish Sundance dropped this venue and found something more comfortable for screening great independant films.

Its always been a comfortable atmosphere there. I love this building.

Being a public library, it doesnt deny entry to any one - including those who, besides being outrightly smelly and unkempt, freely leave litter behind. Does spoil the feeling of being in an otherwise first class public library.

This library is better than any other public library Ive ever been to. 1. It is huge! 2. it is beautifully designed and maintained. 3. The rooftop garden is pretty neat, and connects to stairs that curve their way from the grounds up to the tip top corner of the roof. It is such a neat design, with a quote at the start of the stairs about beginning each journey with a single step, and the words The End on the Top step-next to the words The Beginning, because as you turn around, what was the last step is now the first! I proposed to my wife there on that step!

Were really lucky to have such a fantastic library system. From the impressive downtown library, to the local branches, slc library is a wonderful resource. If thats not enough, the online services are incredible. Im not sure how you could improve it...it has everything!

DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINT & LOSS OF MONEY BY MANAGEMENT. I am a library card holder but not a salt lake city resident. I paid in September with cash & was told that it was for the year. After I received my new phone, I had to re-download my libby application and it all of a sudden stopped working. I called the library and was told that I needed to speak with Amy Roberts as it was saying that my registration was no longer good and I needed to have an address check. I told Amy all of this and she verified on a phone call (that I have recorded, & saved) that she would rectify the situation as I used my drivers license to support where I lived as a non city resident when I purchased the membership and I paid with cash, which is the reason I have the card in the first place, that she would reinstate my membership for the year as she couldnt see my records. My libby account let me in. Amy then called me back 38 minutes later, Im sure after she had time to research my social media profile (Ive been very clear about my beliefs in the separation of church & state in Utah) and proceeded to tell me that she researched my account and found that I had only paid for a one- month membership (why would I only pay for one month? Thanks for the inconvenience!). I feel this is discrimination that I have experienced in this state a lot. My account no longer works. A shame they even charge for that when money, goes missing. Its not even like I am a risk, I havent checked out one book from the facility and I use it for Libby to listen to the audio books and read stuff as I was told they have more of a selection. Have a great dinner on me! Gorgeous facility otherwise.

Amazing facility! The lower level childrens section is spacious and fun for kids with themed reading rooms and computers. The upper floors have a wide variety of books and media with plenty of study and quiet space even if you are just downtown and need a place to get away. Staff is friendly and seem to enjoy their job. The small shops at the entrance also add a nice touch and the auditorium is large and beautiful. My only complaint is the high amount of homeless individuals who constantly hang out around and inside the library. No harm no foul though I suppose.

Great library. Check out the bees on the roof. Also a great view of downtown SLC from the top of the library. Plenty of places to work on the north side of the building.