Centrale Bibliotheek

The Rotterdam Library is located at the Binnenrotte square, the place where Rotterdam is originated. Besides book rental you can study here in silence, visite an exhibition or an event in the theatre.

Library center Rotterdam

The Rotterdam Central Library is based in a remarkable building with iconic yellow tubes on the outside. It is located in the heart of the city, along the Binnenrotte square: the place where Rotterdam is originated.

Book rental and more

The Rotterdam Central Library is big and houses several floors full of books. Besides that there is an area where students can work in silence. Also the library offers several reading tables with Dutch newspapers. In the main hal you can often see exhibitions about various themes.

Events and more

The agenda of the Central Library is full with events. From smartphone and computer courses for elderly to reading hours for toddlers: it all takes place in the library. Also you can visit diverse events in the in-house library theatre.

The Library is a 2-minute walk from Blaak metro and train station. The Markthal and Kipstraat parking garages are a few minutes' walk away.