Mortlock Wing, State Library of South Australia — Attraction in Adelaide

The most beautiful library we have been in Australia. Walking into the 2nd floor immediately transport you to the past. Books on 2nd floor are available to be touched, smelled, and held. 3rd floor books aren’t as they are National Geographic collection. There are exhibitions on 1st floor too. Beware the Mortlock wing closes at the same time as the Art Gallery. Was hoping there could be like brochures/guide books so we could learn the history or the story behind the designs without having to google in on the spot, as people will definitely appreciate more when...

Good libraries are a jewel in any city's crown. And the older the better. Basically the closer they are to passing as a Hogwarts location, the better. Well little old Adelaide has one of the best looking library wings around. A definite top5 underground, unknown gem of ADL, it's ideal for a nice peaceful spell away from the (albeit moderate) city hustle. A quick lunch break. Morning study session. Or entire day dedicated to leisurely reading. Mortlock...

This is such a great little spot to work from. The smell of leather bound books wafts through the hall, plenty of desks on the second level and even power points accessible via a panel on the floor. Each desk is divided by a bookshelf so you feel like you’re working in your own space. It’s fairly quiet apart from the sounds of camera shutters as it’s a fair popular photography spot....