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What do I need to know about visiting the Library?
UNSW Sydney Libraries are located in the Kensington and Paddington (UNSW Art & Design) campuses.
The Library is open to all members of the public, UNSW students & staff and UNSW Library members (UNSW alumni, NIDA staff & students, ULANZ and community borrowers). You are welcome to access facilities, visit current exhibitions and browse collections on site during regular Library opening hours. Extended opening hours may be available to UNSW students and staff only.
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All Library visitors should conduct themselves in a manner that ensures equitable access for all Library clients and adheres to our policies and guidelines.
Visiting our campuses:
- You can plan your visit to our campuses using public transport or the Paddington/Kensington Courtesy Shuttle Bus.
- Limited paid parking is available on campus with:
- nearest car park to the Main Library via Gate 11 (Botany St)
- nearest car park to the Law Library via Gate 2 (High St) or Barker St Car park via Gate 13
- Maps are available including an accessibility map for the Kensington campus.
- Information for anyone who requires some additional support to join us in our Libraries and our events, see Access to the Library.
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