If you want to visit the famous Rose Room, you can't just walk in (unless you're doing research). You'll need to book a free guided tour through the library. They have tours 11am - 2pm. The rest of the library is beautiful too.

What an amazing place to visit cheap. Did you know this library has a FREE pass? It is a great site, and so beautiful inside. We went there during winter, just to warm up, not realizing this place was free to visit! It consider it a hidden gem in New York, which people miss and are too concern with the busy and more touristy sites! Don’t miss this opportunity to visit this library!

Born and live in New York city for 66 years never visited till today's exhibition tour. It is so huge, too much to see and experience in one day. I will definitely go back to seek out more treasures. A must see for everyone of different ages.

Great gift shop to buy souvenirs at a very reasonable price range.

I'm sure I could spend a lot more time looking at the various exhibits here but I had a short time and was disappointed I couldn't peek into the research / study hall. The corridors are lined with lots to read though and the free exhibit was good (Treasures).

We went with our family and got an amazing experience in this Library like a Museum. Lots of things to learn from this place. The exhibition was awesome. Must visit if you are in NYC.

An absolutely beautiful historic library. If you're considering going soon, make sure you stop in and see the special "treasures" exhibit. It has some incredible historic pieces on display currently, from the original stuffed animals owned by A.A. Milne's son that inspired Winnie the Pooh, to an original draft of the declaration of independence and much more. The actual library itself is beautiful too, the lobby reminded me of buildings we saw in Rome.

Beautiful structure and spectacular exhibition

Amazing library!! The building it is comlletely stunning, the interior is breathtaking and it is divided in floors. Each floor apart from anything else has also a toilet which is free. There is a bag control in the entrance but it definitely worths it 👍 (New York)

Absolutely SPECTACULAR, free. exhibit. TREASURES. Go see it. The building and artwork are museum like. Not to mention the Woodworking in the reading rooms. It's a must see!!

The Polonsky Exhibition contained incredible artifacts, a great part of our visit, and free admission.

Lots of books and a cool exhibit of original stuff!

Great exhibition on Treasures...some real gems... sorry not to see Rose room and catalogue room.

It was good for visiting as you are the visitor. It was so informative and new insight as a library. The shop has fine and many fancy goods.

You will find your happiness in this shop ! Accessories, super nice books on everything, art, jewellery, mugs … go there after you visited the library. Tote bags are really nice. A bit busy but it goes fast

I actually didn't get to go there today because Google failed me. It says here that it closes at 5 but that is not true I got there before 5 and they would not let me in 🙁 They close before 5. I've been here before though and it's my favorite place to buy unique and special gifts.