You’ll want to spend the afternoon in this beautiful library in Northern California. With floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the surrounding redwoods, the Mill Valley Public Library is a book lovers’ dream. Located in the upscale and charming town of Mill Valley, about 40 minutes north of San Francisco, this library is situated in the middle of the small downtown.
Mill Valley Public Library has been called one of the most beautiful in the world by people who’ve visited it.
Mill Valley Public Library Facebook Page Even if you don’t have a library card, you can still explore this amazing library. Browse the books, choose a good title, and park yourself in a comfy chair.
The fireplace is lit on cold and rainy days, making this space even more inviting for visitors who want to relax and read a book.
Mill Valley Public Library Facebook Page On warm days, take a book out onto the deck, which is surrounded by redwood trees.
This library is a great place to begin a day exploring Mill Valley.
Mill Valley Public Library Facebook Page From the library you can explore the quaint downtown on foot. There are several cafes and restaurants, as well as some really incredible home decor shops all in the downtown area.
Mill Valley Public Library hosts frequent book sales. Check their online calendar to see when the next one takes place.
Mill Valley Public Library Facebook Page Time your visit with one of the many events the library hosts- from book clubs to computer classes to preschool story time. Guests also rave about this library’s kids section.
Check out the SmartGarden while at the library.
Mill Valley Library Foundation Facebook Page In 2014 the library was awarded funds to create this garden, which is “a demonstration garden that teaches the importance of native plants and the necessity of water management.”
Mill Valley is a town set amongst the redwoods.
Fabrice Florin/Flickr The vibe is chill, upscale, and friendly. While you’re in Mill Valley, take a short drive to visit Muir Woods National Monument and Mount Tamalpais.
Mill Valley Public Library Facebook Page
Even if you don’t have a library card, you can still explore this amazing library. Browse the books, choose a good title, and park yourself in a comfy chair.
On warm days, take a book out onto the deck, which is surrounded by redwood trees.
From the library you can explore the quaint downtown on foot. There are several cafes and restaurants, as well as some really incredible home decor shops all in the downtown area.
Time your visit with one of the many events the library hosts- from book clubs to computer classes to preschool story time. Guests also rave about this library’s kids section.
Mill Valley Library Foundation Facebook Page
In 2014 the library was awarded funds to create this garden, which is “a demonstration garden that teaches the importance of native plants and the necessity of water management.”
Fabrice Florin/Flickr
The vibe is chill, upscale, and friendly. While you’re in Mill Valley, take a short drive to visit Muir Woods National Monument and Mount Tamalpais.
The Mill Valley Public Library is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday thru Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
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Address: 375 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
