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The best places to study in Brisbane

The 10 libraries and study cafés in Brisbane best suited to a long session with a laptop or a textbook, led by Brew Cafe & Wine Bar, State Library of Queensland and The Single Guys Coffee Co..

Ranked by work score: Wi‑Fi, power, seating, hours, what reviews say about laptops and noise, and who recommends working there. One branch per chain.

View of Brisbane skyline with Story Bridge spanning the river, on a clear day.
  1. Tucked away in a laneway between 7-Eleven and EB Games just off Queen Street Mall, this café is the perfect place for a creative hideaway. With retro chairs and artwork, funky tunes and great food, you can lose yourself for hours in its ambience.
    Nothing Ever Happens in BrisbaneAugust 2022

    Hours, amenities and photos for Brew Cafe & Wine Bar

  2. State Library of Queensland is the state public reference and research library of Queensland, Australia, operated by the state government. The Library is governed by the Library Board of Queensland, which draws its powers from the Libraries Act 1988.

    The state library at Southbank and the Brisbane city library have some amazing spaces to work. Incredible views and lots of spaces to charge up devices etc.
    r/brisbaneOctober 2022

    Hours, amenities and photos for State Library of Queensland

  3. The Single Guys is simply the way to go, with large tables to fit that clunky computer on and power points near the floor to keep that battery running all day. And for an added bonus, when you purchase your coffee or meal you’ll be able to access the free wifi.
    Style MagazinesMay 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for The Single Guys Coffee Co.

  4. Alumni, Community members and visitors can access the Walter Harrison Law Library from 7am – 10pm during Mondays to Fridays and 7am – 6pm during weekends, excluding public holidays. With Wi-Fi, research resources, ample study spaces and computers, the space has everything you need for a successful study session.
    The University of QueenslandAugust 2026

    Hours, amenities and photos for Walter Harrison Law Library

  5. Come for the coffee, stay for the generous desk space and unlimited Wi-Fi. The popularity of Coffee Supreme is mostly fuelled by students, freelancers, and anyone who wants a coffee escape from studying/working from home.
    Insider GuidesMarch 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Coffee Supreme

  6. Relaxed, welcoming, and laptop-friendly, The Menagerie caters to a large student crowd making it a popular spot to catch up on work at any time of day.
    IgluJuly 2026

    Hours, amenities and photos for The Menagerie

  7. The bright, open design makes it an inspiring place to tackle assignments, brainstorm ideas or work on creative projects, while free Wi-Fi and plenty of seating make it easy to settle in for a productive study session.
    IgluJuly 2026

    Hours, amenities and photos for The Edge