Best Bookstores and Libraries in Vienna
Summary: What are the best bookstores and libraries in Vienna? In this article we highlight the best bookstores and libraries in Vienna.
Shakespeare & Company
Shakespeare & Company is an English-language bookstore in the heart of Vienna, offering a wide selection of books, including fiction, non-fiction, and classics, as well as hosting literary events.
Website: www.shakespeare.co.at
Address: Sterngasse 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
Thalia Buch & Medien
Thalia is a large bookstore chain in Austria, with a spacious location in Vienna that offers a vast range of books in German and other languages, as well as stationery and gifts.
Website: www.thalia.at
Address: Mariahilfer Str. 99, 1060 Wien, Austria
Morawa Buch und Medien
Morawa is one of the largest bookstore chains in Austria, featuring a wide selection of books, magazines, and newspapers, as well as a variety of stationery items.
Website: www.morawa.at
Address: Wollzeile 11, 1010 Wien, Austria
Buchhandlung Walther König
Buchhandlung Walther König is a bookstore specializing in art books, offering a comprehensive collection of titles on contemporary and modern art, photography, architecture, and design.
Website: www.buchhandlung-walther-koenig.de
Address: Museumsplatz 1, 1070 Wien, Austria
Hartliebs Bücher
Hartliebs Bücher is a local independent bookstore with several branches in Vienna, known for its curated selection of literature, friendly staff, and cozy atmosphere.
Website: www.hartliebs.at
Address: Porzellangasse 36, 1090 Wien, Austria
Österreichische Nationalbibliothek (Austrian National Library)
The Austrian National Library is Austria's largest library, housed in a historic Baroque building. It holds a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and rare prints, and is a major research institution.
Website: www.onb.ac.at
Address: Josefsplatz 1, 1015 Wien, Austria
Wienbibliothek im Rathaus
Wienbibliothek im Rathaus is the municipal library of Vienna, offering a comprehensive collection of literature related to the city's history and culture, as well as hosting various cultural events.
Website: www.wienbibliothek.at
Address: Rathaus, Eingang Lichtenfelsgasse 2, 1082 Wien, Austria
Universitätsbibliothek der Technischen Universität Wien
The University Library of the Vienna University of Technology provides a specialized collection focusing on engineering, technology, and natural sciences, serving students, researchers, and the public.
Website: www.ub.tuwien.ac.at
Address: Resselgasse 4, 1040 Wien, Austria
Stadtbücherei Wien - Hauptbücherei
The Main Library of the Vienna Public Libraries is a modern facility offering a wide range of media, including books, e-books, audiobooks, and more, with a focus on community engagement and accessibility.
Website: www.buechereien.wien.at
Address: Urban-Loritz-Platz 2a, 1070 Wien, Austria
Universitätsbibliothek Wien (University of Vienna Library)
The University of Vienna Library is one of the largest libraries in Austria, offering a vast collection of academic resources across all disciplines, with multiple branches and special collections.
Website: bibliothek.univie.ac.at
Address: Universitätsring 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
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