1. The university libraries: a student classic
Get out of your room and into the sea of books. University libraries are particularly suitable for learning. Our tip: Do not forget to bring a bibliobag or your own transparent bag! This saves you the hassle of rearranging books, because handbags and backpacks are not allowed in most libraries.
Main library of the University of Vienna
Address: Universitätsring 1, 1010 Vienna
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The library of the University of Vienna is one of the most popular places for studying in Vienna. Therefore you should definitely show up in time during exam phases. With such a large crowd, it can happen that all seats are taken by the time you arrive. In the main library you learn together with other students along huge wooden tables. In summer you can also cram in the green inner courtyard.
Library of the Vienna University of Technology
Resselgasse 4, 1040 Vienna
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The Vienna University of Technology library provides its readers with over 1.5 million books, around 125,000 e-books and numerous specialist journals. The library also offers small study plots in which one can study undisturbed. Should your mind want to wander, you can watch the hustle and bustle on Karlsplatz through the large windows all around.
Library of the Vienna University of Economics and Business
Welthandelsplatz 1, Building LC, 1020 Vienna
WU Vienna offers what is probably the most modern library with large windows and lots of daylight. But watch out: All departments have different opening times if you are looking for something specific!
Law Faculty Library
Schottenbastei 10–16, 1010 Vienna
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The Juridicum library is a great alternative to the main library, which is nearly always fully occupied shortly before the examination phase. The departmental library is not far from the main university and is more of an insider tip. Here, too, the early bird catches the worm: Whoever comes first, gets the best place to study with the limited number of seats available.