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Los Angeles Central Library

630 West Fifth, Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 228-7000
Ranked #12 of 353 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 26 Reviews
Type: Libraries
Description: Restored, historic library with Egyptian influenced architecture.
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

A beautiful melding of the historic building and the new, the library's helpful staff and incredible collection of materials is a fabulous resource to the browser and researcher both. Don't forget to check our the great stuff in the Library Store!

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Pasadena
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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Beautiful building and art and fabulous collection

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Irvine
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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went to the central Library to look up research for a film. they had all the old files on micro film and quickly located it and set it up for me. They were very knowledgeable and sent me on my way to the next room with well equipped notes to ask on another topic. love love love this treasure

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Los Angeles, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

The LA Central Library also has a Patina Restaurant on the patio and it serves great food as reasonable prices.

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Ontario, Canada
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

This Library is huge with great architecture. Would really like to stay and read some books here.

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Los Angeles
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

I love being there! I saw President Obama's sister read from her new book in the auditorium. I was a volunteer for the adult readers. I borrow books, shop at the bookstore, and eat at Panda Express. It's like being home... reading, eating and gaining new insights. What a place to while away the afternoon!

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Phoenix
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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Saved and lovingly restored after its massive fire, this is a masterpiece by Bertram Goodhue and Lee Lawrie. Be sure to see the main (upstairs) rotunda illuminated by Lee Lawrie's massive (and only) chandelier. This is one of America's finest buildings. PS It has a great gift shop!

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Los Angeles, California
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012
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This is really a nice library. The architecture is fun and almost interactive. Inside you can go to the top of a wonderful staircase and look down at the huge sculptures that hanve over the four floors of stair that climb up. Parking is relatively easy for downtown LA. There are a bunch of places to eat that are within... More

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Los Angeles, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

I found everything I needed and discovered and a great place to work and show my friends from out of town.

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Westminster, California
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

I was so surprised when i step inside. Lots of art display. Beautiful environment.

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