[2025 Singapore Attraction] Travel Guide for National Library / Lee Kong Chian Reference Library (Updated Oct)

#lioncitystyle #100WaysOfTravel Free to enter the libraries in Singapore for everyone and don’t forget to join the as a library member to borrow their materials. All Singaporeans can sign up for a free library membership. For Permanent Residents have to pay a small fee. As long you have no intention to borrow any material then you do not need a library membership. You can enter the library and browse all books and publications in the area. The National Library is a prominent building and when I was staying at Naumi Hotel, the skyline with the sunset is a nice scenery. #singapore #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

The national library located near bugis brings me back to my school days memories. We will always visit the former national library at YMCA area, which is the present Singapore management university building. I remember that in the past, there was no smu connexion tunnel. There used to be a bus stop there where we alight from the bus to reach the library. The white building library have 4 floor. Beside the former library is a coffeeshop where we will have our drinks there as the weather was too hot. We do enjoyed our childhood school days memories every weekends. #mysgmemories#tripblazers

During the national day celebration event, the national library is filled with decorations. From the pillars dressed in mascots of Singapore , such as the arts museum, the Changi Airport, as well as the famous merlion mascot. There are also displays of other art pieces that look very impressive. The library is a place where you can borrow books or even spend your time reading those books for free within the library. If reading is one of your hobbies, then the national library is one of the places you must visit. The nearest mrt is at city hall and bugis train station. You can take a few minutes to reach there. #mysgmemories #tripblazers

On Aug 13, fans in Singapore will get their chance to catch The Chairs live! The band will be playing at the National Library - Drama Centre Theatre as part of their "Shangri-La is Calling" tour. Known for their unique style and creativity, The Chairs blend experimental folk with jazz, blues, rock, and more, pushing the boundaries of traditional sound. If that sounds like your jam, then go savor the band's soul-stirring melodies up close and personal! #travel#2023travelwish#singapore

#singapore One of the hidden gems for tourists and locals is the state of the arts National Library at Victoria Street. If you are 📖 book lover then you should visit this library. It has a wide collection and is a huge place to read. We as tourists also visited this National Library.Convenient location, nice conducive environment for reading and studying. But now Part of the library is under renovation. Besides the lift, one can also take an enjoyable stroll and travel up the automatic escalators to the book section and take a scenic view of the bustling city below. #nephewtriptosingapore

#mustvisit #town #library #chill #skygarden #placeslessdiscovered If you happen to be near Bugis or City Hall area, do check out the National library situated in the middle of these two stations. Featuring a library that is 16 levels tall, you will be pleased to know that they have more to offer than just books. Check out the sky garden, a retreat area that offers you a view of town from the top, aside from the usual bars that allows you to do so. Lockers are also offered at the library free of charge when you want to make reference to books at the library and not carry your bags around. When you are hungry, they also have an in house cafe! Do check it out too. Address National Library Level 10 100 Victoria Street S 188064

NLB always looks gorgeous because of the design!! I love viewing it from the bugis+ rooftop though, it's a shame Bugis+ rooftop isn't an attraction :( The other two photos don't really show NLB but they are photos of the view from this beautiful and chill rooftop 🏙️❤️ #exploresgtogether #scenicspotguide

Mention "library", and one thinks of buildings with lots of books and reading corners. But not with National Library of Singapore, which is more than just a place for books. One of its latest exhibitions located at 1st storey, "Human Nature", showcases Singapore's history of relationships between, nature and human intervention. The exhibition features a range of natural history books, botanical prints, historic photos and maps from library collections and national archives. attractively curated, the multi media assemblage with sounds will enhance a visitor's experience. Entry is free, see it before it ends on 26 Sep 2021. #museumquest

#summervacay Step into the Worlds Within event at the National Library Building’s Plaza (Singapore) from 5–27 July 2025, 10 am–9 pm. This immersive pop-up transforms the space into a “living book”—where sight, scent, touch, sound and taste bring stories to life across four themed pods . Touch Pod: Feel textures linked to narratives like Cixin Liu’s The Wandering Earth. Scent Pod: Smell stories like The Night Circus and Land of Milk and Honey. Sight Pod: See abstract videos paired with literary quotes from works such as Overstory and Shantih Shantih Shantih. Sound Pod: Listen to local authors narrate excerpts, including Nine Yard Sarees and The Formidable Miss Cassidy. Taste Pod: Sample ingredients from featured books and receive typewritten food poetry on weekends . Browse curated books from Closetful of Books, explore maker stalls during the Weekend Market, and catch live pop‑up programmes like improv storytelling and literary trivia nights—family‑friendly and free to enter . Whether you're a bibliophile, creative soul, or curious wanderer—this is the literary celebration of summer you won’t want to miss. #WorldsWithin #StorytellingMagic #SensoryStories #NLBStories #SingaporeEvents #LiteraryExperience #Read30

#summervacay Behind every painting is the theme for the arts work exhibition gallery at the national library of Singapore. It is located just a five minutes walk away from the city hall and the bugis junction area. The Indonesia arts gallery exhibition is definitely worth viewing. You can view them for free and there is no admission ticket there. Be sure to check them out.

With many beautiful buildings, Singapore is a perfect stopover in Southeast Asia. The airport lounges are also comfortable. When you visit Singapore, be sure to visit the beach.

#springitinerary There are several dining options located at the hearts of the national library within the central business district area. You can either try the local taste of old chang kee, which is more affordable and comes with many local taste flavours. Or you can try out the bkk bistro and try out their signature boat noodle there. There are usually many students studying around this corner during the weekends period.

#springitinerary If you want to learn more about the heritage and traditions of the people here, you can visit the national library arts gallery exhibition located in the lobby area. The exhibition titled behind every painting, showcase the lives of people from the various different cities. Behind each painting you can read up the story about their culture and traditions. Be sure to visit them in your spring itinerary.

I went to Chinatown, Changi Airport and Sentosa in Singapore to watch the fireworks show. It was really amazing and beautiful. It felt like a great city. I would love to go there again if I have the chance! ! ! #Chinatown #Changi

Varieties of books available here..

#SingaporeItinerary Stepping into the National Library of Singapore feels like entering a temple of wisdom. This towering building, with its sleek and modern design, blends seamlessly into the city skyline while exuding a calm and steady aura that attracts every knowledge-loving traveler. Inside, the spacious and bright environment is refreshing. Natural light pours through the glass curtain walls, and bookshelves are lined with books from around the world, resembling an ocean of knowledge. On the top floor in the reference section, I flipped through a book about the architectural history of Singapore, where the words seemed to flow with the city’s development and cultural roots. The most amazing part is the coexistence of greenery and tranquility. The small garden next to the reading area, full of vibrant plants, perfectly blends learning with nature. Here, knowledge is not just words on a page but a symphony of environment and spirit. As I left, I deeply felt that this library is not only a treasure trove of academia but also a cultural beacon connecting the past, present, and future.

#favouriteitinerary If you are curious to find out more about the exhibition gallery here in Singapore, then you should include the visit to the untold stories exhibition at the national library. Located just a few minutes walk from the bugis train station, the untold stories exhibition is located right at the lobby of the national library. Here you would be able to find out more about the Indonesian cultures especially the Bali region. The history, cultural, and heritage aspects of the people living in that area. You may want to allocate at least an hour here to read up more information here before exploring the other parts of the national library.

Near Chijmes Since I am specialized in the field of education So I have a great interest in libraries in every country. This time I came to the National Library of Singapore and took a look at their books. Basically, the Chinese books are all written by writers from Taiwan and mainland China. They are what we heard when we were young. The literary works and textbooks that Chinese people there learn are similar. You can come in for a visit and hide from the sun and rain. The weather in Singapore is too bad.

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It was a great trip. We really enjoyed the moments. Travel triangle really made this trip memorable. Everything perfectly arranged, followed up the things. The plan was fully customisable as per our ideas. Highly recommended. SOLO TRAVELER #travel #solotrip #singapore

#traveldiaries Went to the central public library located near bugis, bras basah. It was huge and the library was really nice and such a conducive environment to read books or study here. There are lots of books available for loan too. Do check it out if you’re by the area. There’s also kids books available so it’s super family friendly. Love coming here to read and study during my free time!

#singaporetrip This is the largest library in Singapore. This building has a very nice and unique architecture. Great library building with multiple floors dedicated to different library functions. Level 7-9 and 11 are special reference libraries with good collections on various specialized topics and ample space for studying and reading. A calm and quiet place in the heart of the city, especially during the weekdays.The library occupies many levels in the building and offers plenty of comfortable seats and table spaces. There are just so many books here too!

#singaporetrip Had the sirloin steak burrito bowl and mango salmon on the last day before Phase 2 kicks back in, have to say that we definitely made the right choice! Great ambience, food was amazing and seriously affordable (at $28 nett for 2 pax), staff were also friendly and accommodating, not to mention that we were given complimentary desserts at the end of our meal by a cool guy (didn't catch his name unfortunately!) Awesome experience, we'll surely be back soon :)

Note : Free Access Good for lovers Technically, the ones at the National Library are not located on the rooftop of the library. However, I still consider them as 'rooftop gardens' because of their location at a high level. Both The Courtyard at level 10 and The Retreat at level 5 have beautiful and lush trees and plantations. One of them has audio and visual equipment, which can be used as an outdoor events space, whereas the other has a foot reflexology path, which can be used to relax one's feet. #rooftopgardensg

#2024wish My 2024 travel wish is to visit Holland. zi would like to try out their local food there and visit their local attractions and landmark there too. I hope to know more friends there who will be able to bring me around the place to be like a local there. Located near the national library, you can visit the mall which has many pop up shops along the way. You can find mobile phone accessories and casing, as well as items such as socks there too. You can also buy shirts there for your friends there .

I have been into the old library located at Stamford Road when I was young but the new National Library is magnificant. From outside you can observe the structure of the building with a tower like viewing gallery located at the top floor. Will find a day to visit the place for a more detailed viewing and if you are in Singapore please do not miss it as the aircon inside is powerful.

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Because Xiaotoutou has a good habit of reading, so every time I go there, if I have free time, I would like to take her to a bookstore or library to read a book. It is no exception to Singapore. National Library is one of the largest and most advanced libraries in Southeast Asia. The main building is surrounded by glass walls, high ceilings and wind tunnels. The ventilation and lighting effects are very good. The top floor is There are also a number of sky gardens on the rooftop to beautify the environment and reduce the temperature of the building. "My Tree House" designed for children is also set here, this is the world's first green library ", tree house entrance is like a magic forest, with giant mushrooms And the cute little animals, the cute shape makes the little girl happy. Stepping into the children's reading room, a three-meter-high tree will come into view. This tree named "Knowledge Tree" uses more than 3,000 trees. Constructed from recycled plastic bottles, the tree body also uses environmentally-friendly building materials. The whole tree conveys the concept of environmental protection to the children. The design of the entire space is based on the theme of green forest. Each row of bookshelves is a small tree. The age of children and the language of the book are classified, and the reading area suitable for the little babies is a low mushroom shelf, which is convenient for the children to read. The little girl happily picks up the picture book she likes and climbs the tree house. Go to a corner and sit down and read quietly. In this childlike environment, children can plug in the wings of imagination.