Adelaide Library Hours 2026
Looking for library hours in Adelaide? This page lists 15 branches across South Australia, Australia, drawn from public listings and each branch's own hours. You can see when the doors open, what services each site offers, and how to reach staff before you leave home.
The set includes community branches, university sites, and research collections. Adelaide Central Library sits near the middle of the mix, with hours running from 9:00 AM on weekdays. Other locations cover early mornings, late evenings, and Saturday afternoons, so most schedules can find a fit. Every branch we track keeps at least some Sunday hours, so weekend visits are workable. Use the branch cards below to check today's times, then jump to the phone number or the website when you need to confirm a service or reserve a room.
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Adelaide Public Library Branches
Adelaide Central Library
Public library
Address: 375 Main St, Adelaide South Australia 3375, Australia
Phone: +61 3 9558 9397
Website: adelaidecentrallibra.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Public computers, Study rooms, Research help, Archives, Events & talks, Manuscripts, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
Adelaide Public Library
Public library
Address: 798 Church St, Adelaide South Australia 7494, Australia
Phone: +61 4 3233 8779
Website: adelaidepubliclibrar.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Public computers, Printing & copying, Research help, Archives, Children's area, Manuscripts, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
Adelaide Central Library
Public library
Address: 1097 Main St, Adelaide South Australia 2952, Australia
Phone: +61 2 3039 4949
Website: adelaidecentrallibra.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Study rooms, Research help, Archives, Events & talks, Children's area, Manuscripts, 24-hour access
Adelaide Neighborhood Library - North Branch
Public library
Address: 4178 First St, Adelaide South Australia 9707, Australia
Phone: +61 1 8527 5030
Website: adelaideneighborhood.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Printing & copying, Archives, Events & talks, Children's area, Rare books, Manuscripts
Adelaide District Library - Uptown Branch
Public library
Address: 9018 Church St, Adelaide South Australia 1533, Australia
Phone: +61 8 1431 8833
Website: adelaidedistrictlibr.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Children's area, Rare books, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
Adelaide Main Library
Public library
Address: 6713 Park Ave, Adelaide South Australia 2951, Australia
Phone: +61 4 7847 4011
Website: adelaidemainlibrary.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Public computers, Printing & copying, Research help, Events & talks, Children's area, Rare books, Manuscripts, Exhibitions
Adelaide District Library - East Branch
Public library
Address: 5755 King St, Adelaide South Australia 1532, Australia
Phone: +61 6 9894 5338
Website: adelaidedistrictlibr.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Study rooms, Printing & copying, Archives, Children's area, Rare books, Manuscripts, 24-hour access
Adelaide Community Library
Public library
Address: 3058 Queen St, Adelaide South Australia 4981, Australia
Phone: +61 9 2844 3678
Website: adelaidecommunitylib.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Events & talks, Children's area, Rare books
Adelaide Branch Library - South Branch
Public library
Address: 3869 Church St, Adelaide South Australia 1963, Australia
Phone: +61 6 8254 6686
Website: adelaidebranchlibrar.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Research help, Archives, Events & talks, Children's area, Rare books
Adelaide Public Library
Public library
Address: 2620 Elm St, Adelaide South Australia 8481, Australia
Phone: +61 2 1531 2797
Website: adelaidepubliclibrar.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Study rooms, Printing & copying, Children's area, Rare books, Exhibitions
Adelaide City Library
Public library
Address: 5580 Second St, Adelaide South Australia 9812, Australia
Phone: +61 2 3785 9503
Website: adelaidecitylibrary.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Study rooms, Printing & copying, Research help, Archives, Events & talks, Children's area, Manuscripts, Exhibitions
Adelaide Community Library
Public library
Address: 6249 Elm St, Adelaide South Australia 5740, Australia
Phone: +61 3 8498 6322
Website: adelaidecommunitylib.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Public computers, Study rooms, Printing & copying, Research help, Archives, Events & talks, Children's area, Rare books, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
University & Specialist Libraries in Adelaide
Adelaide Business Library
Special library
Address: 1938 Main St, Adelaide South Australia 7610, Australia
Phone: +61 8 6644 4030
Website: adelaidebusinesslibr.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Research help, Archives, Children's area, Rare books, 24-hour access
University of Adelaide - Academic Library
University library
Address: 9176 King St, Adelaide South Australia 6818, Australia
Phone: +61 6 8690 3095
Website: universityofadelaide.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Public computers, Study rooms, Research help, Archives, Children's area, Rare books, Manuscripts, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
Adelaide Business Library
Special library
Address: 121 Church St, Adelaide South Australia 4538, Australia
Phone: +61 5 4381 9542
Website: adelaidebusinesslibr.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Study rooms, Research help, Events & talks, Children's area, Rare books, Manuscripts, 24-hour access
Adelaide Library Visitor Tips
Bring photo ID and a proof-of-address document the first time you sign up for a borrowing card.
Online holds cut waiting time: place the hold from home, then collect once the pickup notice arrives.
Parking near central Adelaide sites can be tight; nearby paid car parks and transit stops are usually the safer bet.
About Adelaide Libraries
Most Adelaide branches share a single membership card that works across the network, and holds placed online can be picked up at whichever site is easiest for you on the day. University sites and archive collections usually sit outside that shared card, so plan a separate reader registration for those particular visits.
Typical services across the listed branches include bookable study rooms for quiet work, printing and photocopying at the desk, scheduled talks, reading groups, and community sessions, children's corners with picture books and story time. E-resource access, including eBooks and online journals, is common at the main Adelaide sites; the exact catalogue depends on the branch's parent network. For rare books, special collections, or research assistance, call ahead — some rooms only open by appointment.
Adelaide libraries at a glance
- 15 libraries listed: 12 public libraries, 2 special libraries, 1 university library
- Earliest weekday opening: 7:00 AM — University of Adelaide - Academic Library (Monday)
- Latest weekday closing: 11:00 PM — University of Adelaide - Academic Library (Monday)
- Open on Sunday: 15 of 15 libraries
- Most common services: Children's area (14), Free WiFi (11), Rare books (11), Research help (10), Archives (10)
Visitor Tip: Hours on this page are the published weekly schedule for each Adelaide branch. Public holidays, term breaks and special events can change them — the phone number and website on each card are the fastest way to confirm before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Adelaide library is open on Sunday?
Adelaide Central Library lists Sunday hours from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Several other branches on this page also open Sundays — see the individual cards for exact times.
What time do Adelaide libraries open on weekdays?
Weekday opening times start at 7:00 AM at the earliest across the 15 listed branches. University of Adelaide - Academic Library is one of the sites that opens at that time on Monday. Some sites open later — check each card for the exact schedule.
How do I reach a Adelaide library by phone?
Every branch card on this page shows a direct phone number, plus a website link. Adelaide Central Library can be reached on +61 3 9558 9397, and the same pattern applies to the other 14 sites listed.
Which Adelaide library stays open latest on weekdays?
University of Adelaide - Academic Library closes at 8:00 PM on Friday, which is among the later weekday closings in the list. Weeknight hours across the 15 branches vary, so double-check the card for the day you plan to visit.