San Antonio Public Library Hours - All Locations
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Welcome to your complete guide for library hours in San Antonio, Texas - the 7th largest city in America and home to the historic Alamo. San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) operates 30 branches serving over 1.5 million residents, featuring the award-winning Central Library with its Latino and Texana collections. The city also pioneered BiblioTech, America's first all-digital public library, with 5 locations offering innovative digital services.
Central Library - Downtown San Antonio
The award-winning San Antonio Central Library is a striking 6-story "Enchilada Red" building designed by renowned Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta. Opened in 1995, the 240,000 square-foot facility features over 600 public computers, an art gallery, and houses SAPL's most extensive special collections.
San Antonio Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Hours:
- Monday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Features: 6 floors, 600+ computers, Latino Collection, Texana/Genealogy, Teen Library, Children's Library, art gallery, auditorium, rooftop terrace, free parking garage
BiblioTech - America's First All-Digital Public Library
Launched in 2013 in Bexar County, BiblioTech made history as the nation's first bookless public library. With 5 locations, BiblioTech offers 100% digital collections including e-books, audiobooks, and databases. Patrons can check out tablets, e-readers, and laptops, plus access over 100 public computers at each location. This innovative model has been replicated worldwide.
BiblioTech Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All 5 Locations:
- BiblioTech South: 3505 Pleasanton Road, San Antonio, TX 78221 - (210) 631-4022
- BiblioTech East: 1203 N. Walters Street, San Antonio, TX 78202 - (210) 631-4022
- BiblioTech West: 2003 S. Zarzamora Street, San Antonio, TX 78207 - (210) 631-4022
- BiblioTech Memorial: 3222 Pleasanton Road, San Antonio, TX 78221 - (210) 631-4022
- BiblioTech Precinct 4: 5859 Evers Road, San Antonio, TX 78238 - (210) 631-4022
Standard SAPL Branch Hours
Most San Antonio Public Library branches follow this schedule:
| Day | Opening | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed (Central open 11-5) | |
All San Antonio Public Library Branches
Bazan Branch
2200 W. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 207-9160
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Brook Hollow Branch
530 Heimer Road, San Antonio, TX 78232
(210) 207-9030
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Carver Branch
3350 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 207-9180
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Cody Branch
11441 Vance Jackson Road, San Antonio, TX 78230
(210) 207-9190
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Collins Garden Branch
200 N. Park Boulevard, San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 207-9200
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Cortez Branch
2803 Hunter Boulevard, San Antonio, TX 78224
(210) 207-9210
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Encino Branch
2515 E. Evans Road, San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 207-9270
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Forest Hills Branch
5245 Ingram Road, San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 207-9230
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Great Northwest Branch
9050 Wellwood, San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 207-9260
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Guerra Branch
7978 Military Drive W., San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 207-9270
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Igo Branch
13330 Kyle Seale Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78249
(210) 207-9080
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Johnston Branch
6307 Sun Valley Drive, San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 207-9280
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Landa Branch
233 Bushnell Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 207-9060
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Las Palmas Branch
515 Castroville Road, San Antonio, TX 78237
(210) 207-9300
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Maverick Branch
8700 Mystic Park, San Antonio, TX 78254
(210) 207-9310
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
McCreless Branch
1023 Ada Street, San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 207-9320
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Memorial Branch
3222 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 207-9330
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Mission Branch
3134 Roosevelt Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78214
(210) 207-9340
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Pan American Branch
1122 W. Pyron Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 207-9350
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Parman Branch
20735 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 207-2500
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Potranco Branch
8765 State Highway 211, San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 207-2500
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Pruitt Branch
1603 Rigsby Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 207-9380
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Schaefer Branch
6322 US Highway 87 E., San Antonio, TX 78222
(210) 207-9090
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Semmes Branch
15060 Judson Road, San Antonio, TX 78247
(210) 207-9100
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Thousand Oaks Branch
4618 Thousand Oaks Drive, San Antonio, TX 78233
(210) 207-9110
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Tobin Library at Oakwell
4134 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 207-9120
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Westfall Branch
6111 Rosedale Court, San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 207-9130
Mon/Wed/Fri: 10AM-6PM | Tue/Thu: 10AM-8PM | Sat: 10AM-5PM
Special Collections & Research Resources
San Antonio Public Library houses exceptional collections for researchers and enthusiasts:
Latino Collection & Resource Center (Central Library - 4th Floor)
One of the largest Spanish-language collections in Texas, featuring literature, history, art, and culture from Mexico, Latin America, and Latino communities. Includes rare books, periodicals, and research materials for genealogy and cultural studies.
Texana/Genealogy Collection (Central Library - 6th Floor)
Comprehensive Texas and San Antonio history resources including:
- Alamo & Texas Revolution: Primary sources, maps, and research materials
- San Antonio History: City directories, historic photographs, local newspapers
- Genealogy Resources: Census records, vital records, military records, immigration documents
- Spanish Colonial Archives: Mission records and early Texas documents
Martha Heasley Cox Family Heritage Room
Dedicated genealogy research space with specialized databases including Ancestry.com, Heritage Quest, and Fold3 military records, plus microfilm readers and volunteer genealogy assistants.
University Libraries in San Antonio
San Antonio is home to multiple universities with extensive library systems, many offering community access:
UTSA - John Peace Library (Main Campus)
1 UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249
(210) 458-4574
Fall/Spring Hours:
- Monday-Thursday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
24-hour access during finals week
Features: Institute of Texan Cultures resources, JPL Commons, Graduate Commons, 24/7 study rooms
UTSA - Downtown Campus Library
501 W. César E. Chávez Boulevard, San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 458-2444
- Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Trinity University - Coates Library
1 Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 999-8121
- Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 AM
- Friday: 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
24/7 access during finals
Features: Special Collections, Chapman Graduate Reading Room
University of the Incarnate Word - J.E. & L.E. Mabee Library
4301 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 829-3835
- Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Features: Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word Archives, nursing resources
St. Mary's University - Louis J. Blume Library
One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 436-3441
- Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 12:00 AM
- Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Features: Sarita Kenedy East Law Library (separate building), Marianist archives
Our Lady of the Lake University - Sueltenfuss Library
411 S.W. 24th Street, San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 431-4038
- Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Features: Education resources, Sisters of Divine Providence archives
Alamo Colleges District Libraries
The Alamo Colleges operate 5 community college campuses, each with their own library:
- San Antonio College - Ozuna Library: 1819 N. Main Ave. - (210) 486-1260
- Palo Alto College Library: 1400 W. Villaret Blvd. - (210) 486-3605
- St. Philip's College Library: 1801 Martin Luther King Dr. - (210) 486-2450
- Northwest Vista College Library: 3535 N. Ellison Dr. - (210) 486-4520
- Northeast Lakeview College Library: 1201 Kitty Hawk Rd. - (210) 486-5387
San Antonio Library Insider Tips
- The Central Library's rooftop terrace on the 6th floor offers stunning downtown views - bring your lunch!
- BiblioTech lets you check out tablets and e-readers for up to 2 weeks - perfect for travelers
- The Texana Collection has rare Alamo documents and maps not available anywhere else
- SAPL's "Learn" centers offer free computer classes in English and Spanish at multiple branches
- Free museum passes available through SAPL - check out passes to the Witte, DoSeum, and more
- Trinity and UTSA libraries stay open until 2AM during fall/spring - great for night owls
- The Latino Collection hosts regular author readings and cultural events - check the calendar
- Central Library parking garage is free with validation - 3 hours for library visitors
Frequently Asked Questions
What are San Antonio Central Library hours?
San Antonio Central Library is open Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Friday-Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, and Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The Central Library at 600 Soledad Street features 6 floors with over 600 computers, Latino Collection, Texana Collection, and free parking.
What is BiblioTech and what are its hours?
BiblioTech is America's first all-digital public library, launched in 2013 in Bexar County. With 5 locations, it offers 100% digital collections - no physical books. Hours are Monday-Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Patrons can check out tablets, e-readers, and laptops.
Are San Antonio libraries open on Sunday?
The Central Library is the only SAPL branch open Sundays, from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. All other branches are closed. UTSA John Peace Library is open Sundays 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM during fall/spring semesters.
What special collections does SAPL have?
The Central Library houses the Latino Collection (one of Texas's largest Spanish-language collections), the Texana/Genealogy Collection for Texas and San Antonio history research, and extensive Alamo and Texas Revolution primary sources. The Heritage Room offers specialized genealogy assistance.
How do I get a San Antonio library card?
Free library cards are available to all Bexar County residents. Visit any SAPL branch with valid photo ID and proof of current address. Cards provide access to all 30 branches, BiblioTech digital resources, free museum passes, and extensive online databases.
What are UTSA library hours?
UTSA John Peace Library (Main Campus) is open Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM, Friday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, and Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM during fall/spring semesters. Extended 24-hour access is available during finals week.
Contact Information
San Antonio Public Library Main: (210) 207-2500
BiblioTech: (210) 631-4022
Website: mysapl.org
BiblioTech Website: bexarbibliotech.org
Social Media: @mysaboread on Twitter/X | San Antonio Public Library on Facebook
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Last Updated: December 2025 | Verified By: LibraryHours24 Editorial Team
Information gathered from official San Antonio Public Library (mysapl.org), BiblioTech (bexarbibliotech.org), and university library websites. Hours may vary on holidays. Always confirm with your local branch before visiting.
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Common Questions About San Antonio Libraries
What time do libraries open in San Antonio?
Most public libraries in San Antonio open at 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM on weekdays. Weekend hours typically start at 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM. Academic and university libraries may open earlier, around 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM during the semester.
Are San Antonio libraries open on weekends?
Yes, most San Antonio public libraries are open on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Sunday hours vary by location, with many libraries operating reduced hours (12:00 PM to 5:00 PM) or remaining closed.
Do I need a library card to visit San Antonio libraries?
No, you can visit and use library facilities without a card. However, borrowing books, accessing computers, and using certain services require a free library card. Residents can get one with valid ID and proof of address.