The best places to study in Philadelphia
The 10 libraries and study cafés in Philadelphia best suited to a long session with a laptop or a textbook, led by La Colombe Coffee Workshop, Pennsauken Free Public Library and Pennsauken Free Public 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.
01La Colombe Coffee Workshop
café130 South 19th Street★ 4.6Wi‑FiWork 100
La Colombe Coffee Workshop is a trendy café in center-city Philadelphia serving house-brand artisanal coffee, pastries, and snacks. The space has ceramic table tops and an old-fashioned feel.
02Pennsauken Free Public Library
library2400 Merchantville AveWi‑FiWork 100
09Dunkin'
café2001 Chestnut Street★ 3.9Wi‑FiWork 92
Dunkin' is a chain café on Chestnut Street in center-city-west Philadelphia, serving coffee and breakfast items with vegetarian options available. This location opens early at 4:30 AM daily and stays open until 9 PM. The space offers indoor seating and is wheelchair accessible.