The best places to study in Edinburgh
The 10 libraries and study cafés in Edinburgh best suited to a long session with a laptop or a textbook, led by Starbucks Coffee, National Library of Scotland and Leith Library.
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.
04Scottish Poetry Library
library5 Crichton's ClWork 94
the Scottish Poetry Library, another quiet oasis for reading and working, further down the Royal Mile.
Wild Writing (Rebecca Low)June 2025 05University of Edinburgh Main Library
library30 George SquareWork 94
One of the main benefits of this library is that it is located right in the centre of the George Square campus and open 24/7. ... Its size also makes it a safe bet for studying because you are always sure to find a spot (although beware of exam season…).
Students at SPS (University of Edinburgh blog)June 2023