Hong Kong Central Library

Hong Kong Central Library is a large public facility in Wan Chai District that spans twelve floors with multiple specialized sections. The building houses an Arts Resource Centre, a Reference Library, and areas dedicated to different types of media and learning resources.

The library opened in 2001 and represented a major step forward in developing Hong Kong's educational and cultural infrastructure. Its establishment showed the city's commitment to building modern public facilities that serve the broader community.

The library reflects Hong Kong's international character by offering books and materials in numerous languages from around the world. Walking through the shelves, you notice how different cultures and traditions are represented equally in the collection.

Access is straightforward and visitors find reading areas, computer stations, and multimedia resources spread across the floors. The different levels are logically organized, making it easy to locate the section you need for your visit.

The building features dedicated spaces for people with visual impairments, with adapted equipment and an extensive collection of audiobooks. These facilities show how the library works to create literary access for everyone, regardless of physical differences.

Location: Wan Chai District

Inception: 2001

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: 康樂及文化事務署 Leisure and Cultural Services Department

Address: 66 Causeway Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: Thursday-Tuesday 10:00-13:00, Monday-Sunday 13:00-21:00 open "Lunar New Year Eve, Mid-Autumn Festival 17:00 closed"; Holidays 10:00-19:00 open "LNY Eve, Mid-Autumn Festival 17:00 closed; LNY Day 1-3 closed"; December 24,31 "until 17:00"; January 01,December 25,26 closed; easter -2 days closed

Phone: +85231501234

Email: hkcl_ref@lcsd.gov.hk

Website: https://hkpl.gov.hk/en/locations/central-library/hong-kong-central.html

GPS coordinates: 22.27990,114.18966

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24