College Terrace Library — Attraction in Palo Alto

I have been going to this library since I was a child and love it. My one problem is that it's so small. I don't mind the kids noises but for whatever reason the librarians talking always makes me lose concentration when I'm reading. Even when it's in another language. I really wish they'd lower their voices or if there were a sound barrier behind the checkout desk. The chairs and tables are comfy but hard to enjoy when you are listening to gossip, phone conversations etc. Or maybe they can create more comfortable outside spaces...

It's a very nice place but if you're thinking of a library as a quiet place, think again. Not only this place is very noisy, nobody (including the librarians) does anything to keep the place quiet which makes the place not very ideal for quiet reading. Loud speaking, babies crying, etc. Another thing is that open hours are...

Super cute neighborhood library branch in a historic building. Nestled in the middle of College Terrace, this library provides a good mix of seating, periodicals, computers, and other public amenities along with a reasonable children’s section. Check their hours since it’s not...