Public Tour (SOLD OUT)
Discover one of the world's greatest literary institutions, providing inspiration to readers and writers for over 180 years, with a public guided tour.
Led by our friendly and knowledgeable staff, The London Library tours offer visitors the opportunity to enter this historic literary oasis in the heart of the capital and explore the Library's extensive collection of 1 million volumes on 17 miles of shelving, in a truly unforgettable building.
Tours take place one Monday evening each month. Due to limited space, booking is essential.
Please note:
- To ensure a smooth experience, we recommend arriving by 5:45 pm as late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
- The tour is designed for adults and is not suitable for children under 16.
- There will be a considerable amount of walking involved, so if you have any accessibility requirements, kindly inform us in advance so we can make necessary arrangements.
- We also recommend wearing comfortable footwear, as some areas of the Library feature grated flooring.
- Please be aware that filming or recording during the tour is not permitted. However, simple photography is welcome.
- Large bags are not permitted.
- Phones will need to be switched to silent mode during the tour.
