STATE CENTRAL LIBRARY

Faced a little inconvenience when I tried visiting some day and it was closed by the staff for no reason on a random day and they didn't give any reason for closing. Book collection is huge but kinda lacks new books compared to city central library. The second time I visited it was open but they said "no computers coz wifi is not working". Im not sure but does wifi work on other days. Wonderful environment but yes when I visited twice these were the problems I faced. But library is wonderful for a quiet studious place and for group studies in separate benches. Do visit. It's one of the gem of Karnataka

This library is aesthetically beautiful and thoughtfully arranged. While I’m not an avid reader, I’ve spent many peaceful hours here, especially during my early days in Bangalore. The atmosphere is serene and silent—perfect for reading or simply spending some quiet time. The racks are well-organized, and the overall maintenance of the space is truly commendable. Even for someone who isn't deeply into books, this place has a special charm that draws you in. A wonderful spot for anyone seeking tranquility and a love for well-kept spaces.

📌A Profound Kind Request To KA_BLR_City_Govt. I have visited to Cubbon park several times...in 2022 (weekends) When I came 1st time to BLR to study PG diploma course. 2024 I visited BLR and stayed for few months. 📌2026...After feeling sad on 28/01/2026 night, I decided to spend whole day to breath some fresh air and to mingle with NATURE I came here but the special is (It's my 1st time to go and see and stay for sometime inside this STATE CENTRAL LIBRARY📚🌟✨️). 📌4 Star only !!!! ...because (this wonderful wisdom place didn't have a charging port for public people who visits this place to study). So this day today (29/01/2026) I am profoundly praying that in this place govt. Should bring a charging ports too at each study table for users to charge their laptops and mobile phones...(for free / for cost) whatever... @BLR govt. PLEASE ! I roamed whole park to charge but for emergency also I couldn't find any charging place. If not inside library at least PLEASE build a charging stations in outside the library...!!! I not just HOPE, but I BELIEVE you will do it.

Located in cubbon park ....it is a beautiful place to visit ....the rich green gardens add to the beauty of this place ....it's mesmarising especially on non-sunny days where u can enjoy and walk around The library is huge and calm ... The smell of books surrounds u U r not allowed to do photography inside and u r supposed to b quite and maintain decorum Autos don't go inside the cubbon park ...so u will have to walk to the library It's location is near church street, commercial street ....around 10-20mins ride

Good ambience to study ample collection of books, but the collection could be improved because most of the books are in Kannada. It could also be in English. Library is really very spacious and you can find a peaceful spot to study for a whole day clean washrooms. You can find all kind of books over there. Even the rare rest, oldest books. Subjects like history, science and lot of other books.

A beautiful red building nestled inside Cubbon Park, perfect for book lovers and history buffs. The architecture is stunning, and the library has a huge collection of books, including rare and old ones. Peaceful spot to read or just enjoy the surroundings. A gem for readers and architecture lovers. The library is spacious, peaceful, and surrounded by greenery perfect escape from the city buzz. Historic and serene. The bright red structure and calm surroundings make it a great place to relax, read, or take a quiet walk.

State Central Library located near corporation circle, Bangalore closed only on Monday. its open from tue till sunday. You can read different newspaper, magazines, books, periodicals, govt exam competitive exams books etc. Its such peaceful place to visit. It would be great in 1st floor if chair quality is good to sit with ventilation of windows open or fan. Every Monday, Second Tuesday and Fourth Saturday of every month and all government (public) holidays. From majestic catch 317, 138, 333 bmtc bus series and get down in corporation circle. Nearest metro is vidhana soudha. Its nice to visit on sunday at 3 pm here, this place is full of people, foreigners, skaters, family ppl, children, youngsters.

This is an old, vintage library that is open to everyone and free to visit. You can read books from a wide range of genres. However, the environment is not very quiet—staff conversations can be heard, and visitors maintain only about 60% silence. The books are quite old and dusty, and overall maintenance is lacking. Seating is limited, so you’ll need to find an available spot to sit and read. It’s advisable to bring your own water bottle. If you’re already in Cubbon Park and are looking for a casual, moderately pleasant reading experience rather than a highly professional one, you may consider visiting this library. I believe this place can become a happening place if maintained well.