Opening hours
Opening hours
The National Library has now opened its reference desk, quiet reading room, cafe and exhibitions. When visiting us, kindly register either digitally or manually at the reception desk. For the time being you will need a ticket to join our events and guided tours.
The Library and exhibitions
Monday–Friday: 09:00 – 21:00
Sunday: Closed
The Map centre
Monday—Friday: 13:00 – 21:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 18:00
Sunday: Closed
Reference desk
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 9am–3.30pm.
Thursday: 9am—7pm
Telephone hours: Monday–Friday: 10am–3pm.
- Get in touch via Ask the National Library.
- Email and access to the Web Library will be processed Monday to Friday from 9am-7pm. Saturday: 10am-3pm.
- Telephone service Monday–Friday: 9am–3pm.
Reading room
Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 21:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 18:00
Kafé Å
Monday–Friday: 9am–7pm. Saturday: 10am–5pm.
- E-mail: restaurant.4530@compass-group.no
Film and Music library
- Please contact film@nb.no or musikk@nb.no prior to your visit.
Special Reading Room (Private Archives and rare material)
Opening hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 09:00 – 15:30
Thursday: 09:00 – 19:00
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
- E-mail: spesiallesesalen@nb.no
The National Library is closed during national holidays.