List of Public Libraries in Dubai

Dubai is a city where discovery a quiet and peaceful place to read, research and relax is effortless. There are numerous amounts of public libraries dispersed across the city. You can find libraries in public park to read and relax right after your regular jog.

Since 1960, when the first library was opened in Al Ras, libraries have been vastly opened in several locations. The Dubai Public Library (DPL) is a network of libraries which is being managed by the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority.

Dubai’s public libraries are a great place to read and relax.
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Where to Find Public Libraries in Dubai

Here we provide a list of public libraries to locate in Dubai. Each library is known to have a wide selection of books, periodicals, and online resources. These libraries are open every Sunday to Thursday, from 8am to 8pm.

• #1 – Al Ras Public Library
  Situated along Baniyas Road, the Al Ras Public Library was established in 1963.
  Phone No. +971 4 226 2788
• #2 – Hor Al Anz Public Library
  Opened in 1989, you will find the Hor Al Anz Public Library along Al Wuheida Road.
  Phone No. +971 4 266 1788
• #3 – Al Rashidiya Public Library
  This public library along Al Rashidiya Road was also established in 1989.
  Phone No. +971 4 285 8065
• #4 – Al Safa Public Library
  Located in Bur Dubai, the Al Safa Public Library opened in 1989.
  Phone No. +971 4 394 7279
• #5 – Umm Suqeim Public Library
  Established in 1989, the Umm Suqeim Public Library is situated in Bur Dubai.
  Phone No. +971 4 348 2512
• #6 – Hatta Public Library
  This public library in Hatta officially opened in 1998.
  Phone No. +971 4 852 1022
• #7 – Al Twar Public Library
  Situated in Deira, the Al Twar Public Library was established in 2007.
  Phone No. +971 4 226 2788
• #8 – Al Mankhool Public Library
  The latest addition to the network, the Al Mankhool Public Library opened in 2012
  Phone No. +971 800 900

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These libraries provide reading and play areas for children.
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So now you know where to find your next read! For more information on Dubai Public Library, kindly visit Dubai Culture and Arts Authority website or head towards your neared library. What’s more? You may like to read about the Mohammed bin Rashid Library, an upcoming library which shall be architect like an open book!