# The Rose Main Reading Room > Massive space with magnificent architecture and high ceilings creates a studious atmosphere. Quiet energy fills the room as people focus on reading and studying at large tables equipped with power outlets. The environment offers a peaceful haven amid a busy city setting. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/TheRoseMainReadingRoom - Address: Public Library, 476 5th Ave, New York, New York, United States - Hours: Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 05:45 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM - 05:45 PM Friday: 10:00 AM - 05:45 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM - 05:45 PM Monday: 10:00 AM - 05:45 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 05:45 PM - Phone: +19172756975 - Website: https://www.nypl.org/about/divisions/general-research-division/rose-main-reading-room - Google rating: 4.5 (102 reviews) ## What it is good for - Libraries — 7.9/10 - Quiet — 7.8/10 - Reading Spot — 7.3/10 - Work Friendly — 7.3/10 - Public Library — 6.7/10 - Meditation Spot — 6.4/10 ## What people say - "It's a quiet haven for study and reflection." - "This reading spot's architecture is stunning and magnificent." - "Figuring out how to join the Public Library tour was confusing." ## Good to know - It is free to use the library. - Visitors need to show a laptop or a book to gain entry to study in the Reading Room. - Visitors should arrive between 10-11am before they must join a tour or bring a book/laptop to study. - No pictures are allowed in the research room. - The library has rules against talking, using phones, eating, and leaving belongings unattended. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.