National Library Of Australia - Public Programs Division

Great location and plenty of quality reading materials; the cafe is definitely one of the best in Canberra! Free wifi and a lovely little book store.

National Library is a great place to stop when in Canberra, away from the maddening crowds, and exceedingly high or low temps. There's a great cafe with indoor & outdoor seating, quiet reading rooms, displays etc. worth dropping in.... Oh... And books too.