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The best places to study in Madrid

The 10 libraries and study cafés in Madrid best suited to a long session with a laptop or a textbook, led by La Bicicleta, Toma Café and Biblioteca Pública Municipal Eugenio Trías.

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.

Intricate ceiling art of El Escorial Library in Madrid, Spain, showcasing classic artistic paintings.
  1. But it is also a very central place and perfect for working for a while, with tables with lockable drawers where you can store your things if you need to get up, power outlets, several mobile chargers and free Wi-Fi.

    Pero además, es un sitio muy céntrico y perfecto para trabajar un rato ya que dispone de mesas con cajoneras con llave en las que puedes guardar tus cosas si tienes que levantarte a por algo, enchufes, varios cargadores para móviles y Wi-Fi gratis.

    El Español / CocinillasJuly 2017Translated from Spanish

    Hours, amenities and photos for La Bicicleta

  2. one of Madrid's first specialty coffee shops, remains a favorite for coffee lovers and remote workers alike.
    bunqFebruary 2025
    Toma Café usually doesn't allow laptops at all.
    r/MadridApril 2023warning

    Hours, amenities and photos for Toma Café

  3. It has reading rooms, group work spaces, free Wi-Fi, an exhibition room, a small auditorium and a café inside.

    Tiene salas de lectura, espacios de trabajo en grupo, wifi gratis, una sala de exposiciones, un pequeño auditorio y una cafetería dentro.

    Gianluca Marletta / Madrid NowJuly 2026Translated from Spanish

    Hours, amenities and photos for Biblioteca Pública Municipal Eugenio Trías

  4. I recommend the Reina Sofía library, it's impressive and it's not very far from the BNE. You can bring a laptop and whatever, the only thing is you have to get a card

    Te recomiendo la biblioteca del Reina Sofía, es impresionante y no pilla muy lejos de la BNE. Puedes llevar portátil y lo que sea, lo único que te tienes que hacer carnet

    r/MadridDecember 2023Translated from Spanish

    Hours, amenities and photos for Biblioteca Reina Sofía

  5. With an allocated laptop space that includes a large work table surrounded by plug sockets in their La Latina location, enjoy up to three hours of free internet access alongside specialty Allpress coffee.
    CohabsMay 2026

    Hours, amenities and photos for Federal

  6. If you can find a space, slot yourself in on the central wooden table along which other remote workers just like you are immersed in their coding, marketing, or graphic design work.
    CohabsMay 2026

    Hours, amenities and photos for HanSo Café

  7. The best one is La Biblioteca Pública Municipal Iván de Vargas which is situated in the centre of Madrid and is even open on Sundays.
    FlatioApril 2022

    Hours, amenities and photos for Biblioteca Iván de Vargas

  8. if you're here during daylight hours, it's also a decent spot to do work. There are two levels kitted out in kitschy decor, and free Wi-Fi.
    Caffeinated LivingApril 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Lolina Vintage Café

  9. Ruda Café is a compact study café in Madrid's Centro district, housed in a small space with bare brick walls and counter seating. The place is known for artisan hot and cold coffee, cakes, and reasonable prices.

    A bright and quiet place, ideal for writing or answering emails without distractions.
    Travel Vibes

    Hours, amenities and photos for Ruda Café

  10. The café has plenty of seating, both communal and private, and plenty of power outlets for charging laptops and cell phones.
    Spain by HanneMarch 2026

    Hours, amenities and photos for ABONAVIDA