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Café · Canberra

Bookplate Cafe (National Library of Australia)

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Wi-Fi

350 MbpsNo verified test yet

Power

Plenty of outlets

Laptop policy

Laptops welcome

Noise

Quiet

About this place

Inside the iconic National Library of Australia overlooking Lake Burley Griffin. Features dramatic Leonard French stained-glass windows, gigabit public Wi-Fi, abundant charging tables, and quiet study vibes.

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Opening hours

Mon-Thu 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat-Sun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Listed hours may change, especially on public holidays.

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Amenities

Seating
Library Study Desks & Lakeview Outdoor Terrace
Food & drinks
Specialty Coffee, Gourmet Soups, Sandwiches & Scones
Calls
quiet focus

Location

Parkes Place West, Parkes

Canberra, Australia

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