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San Mateo Public Library

9.0 โ€ข Public library
๐Ÿ“š Public Library
๐Ÿคซ Quiet
๐Ÿซ Libraries
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Kid Friendly
โ˜• Cafe
๐Ÿ’ป Work Friendly
๐Ÿ“š Reading Spot
๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking Available
๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Meditation Spot
๐ŸŒฟ Natural
๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Peaceful
๐ŸŽ‰ Fun Activities
๐ŸŽจ Art Galleries
โ™ฟ Accessible
๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Galleries
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Large, architecturally magnificent building with airy, welcoming spaces and multiple floors featuring quiet study rooms and a peaceful cafe. Atmosphere stays quiet and cozy, supporting intense study and leisurely reading. Facilities include a vast book collection, kids and teen sections, and outdoor areas for relaxation.
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People are saying

"This reading spot has a vast collection of books and great sunlight."

"It's a great Kid Friendly spot with a large children's collection."

"The staff here are so supportive and helpful with my goals."

Good to know

1

The library is open until at least 5PM on most days.

2

There is convenient underground parking available.

3

The WiFi at the library is slow and requires repeated logins.

Map showing 55 W 3rd Ave
San Mateo Public Library
9.0
55 W 3rd Ave, San Mateo, California, United States
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