Central Library in Dresden: photos, reviews

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The Zentralbibliothek in Dresden's Kulturpalast is a must-visit attraction for both locals and tourists. Rated 4.5 on Google, this library offers an incredibly extensive range of materials including children's books, scholarly literature, magazines, board games, media, guitars, telescopes, and more, available for discovery, trial, and loan.

Everything is well-structured and easy to find, with terminals to check the catalog and availability of items. The building itself is impressive and conveniently accessible via public transportation, with branches scattered across the city. You'll find diverse collections of non-fiction and fiction books, sheet music, magazines, CDs, DVDs, video games, and board games, all available for online reservation.

Facilities include internet workstations, free Wi-Fi, copiers, water dispensers, group work rooms, and more, with friendly staff ready to assist with any queries. A return machine on the ground floor allows for the convenient return of items outside regular hours, even without a user card. During the Christmas season, enjoy a spectacular view of the Dresden Striezelmarkt, adding to the library's warm and inviting atmosphere.

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Wheelchair accessible

4.6

based on 446 reviews

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4.6/5 446 reviews

Dmitri Alex T.

Ich hatte mich am 26.07.2025 als Neubenutzer in der Zentralbibliothek angemeldet. Dabei war ich erstaunt über die Freundlichkeit und Kompetenz des Personals. Insbesondere möchte ich die Betreuung und die Hilfsbereitschaft seitens Herrn Gründer hervorheben.

Daniela W.

Diese Stadtbibliothek ist soooooooo toll! So viele Bücher, Spiele, Instrumente, Dinge des täglichen Lebens. Jeder Dresdner sollte einen Mitgliedsausweis besitzen, sonst verpasst er sehr viel.

PJ BourkeTrapp

Meine Lieblingsbibliothek. Einfach magisch mit richtig netten Leuten und Möglichkeiten.

What is the address of Central Library?
Central Library is located at Schloßstraße, 2, 01067, Dresden, Germany.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Tram stop Postplatz (307 m walk)
- Bus stop Dresden Altmarkt (73 m walk)
- Tram stop Pirnaischer Platz (322 m walk)
- Tram stop Altmarkt (54 m walk)
- Tram stop Altmarkt, Dresden (67 m walk)
How is Central Library rated by visitors?
Central Library has an average rating of 4.6 based on 446 reviews across platforms such as Google.

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