Due to construction work in the Neue Burg temporary noise disturbances are possible in the sharing areas on Heldenplatz. Thank you for your understanding.
On Saturday, May 5, the Library at Heldenplatz and the Papyrus Museum are closed due to preparation for the Open House. On Sunday, May 6, the Open House of the Austrian National Library will take place on the occasion of our 650th anniversary: The Library at the Heldenplatz and the Papyrus Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free admission, workshops and readings. Library service can’t be provided on this day. In the State Hall and our museums the regular opening hours are valid on May 5 and 6.
Modern knowledge center
The Library at Heldenplatz is the central service facility of the Austrian National Library. With seven reading rooms and over 400 individual places to read in a stimulating atmosphere, it provides the perfect place for students, researchers and interested individuals.
Here you can find printed material published from 1851. Furthermore, by buying a day ticket or annual membership card, you have complete access to our wide range of library services, to the Internet and to subscribed databases, as well as electronic magazines.
Whether researching for a hobby or scientific work, enjoy exclusive access to hundreds of years of knowledge in addition to a comprehensive range of modern-day literature. Our librarians will be happy to advise and provide support with scientific » research.
Due to construction work in the Neue Burg temporary noise disturbances are possible in the sharing areas on Heldenplatz. Thank you for your understanding.
On Saturday, May 5, the Library at Heldenplatz and the Papyrus Museum are closed due to preparation for the Open House. On Sunday, May 6, the Open House of the Austrian National Library will take place on the occasion of our 650th anniversary: The Library at the Heldenplatz and the Papyrus Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free admission, workshops and readings. Library service can’t be provided on this day. In the State Hall and our museums the regular opening hours are valid on May 5 and 6.