Biblioteca Vasconcelos is a library located in Mexico City but it's not just a typical library…read more It's a unique library that has a futuristic design with floating bookshelves all over. Like other libraries this one is free and you should not make too much noise because people are still here reading or focusing. The library spans multiple floors and was a little dim and it was hard to take pictures. However, the architecture was still really cool to see. I wouldn't come out of my way to come here but I was planning on visiting the area so it was a nice stop.

The massive, open layout with its hanging bookshelves feels unique and makes it fun to wander…read morearound. The endless rows of shelves and multi-level walkways feel like something out of the movie Inception. Even if you are not a big reader, it's worth stopping by for the architecture!

If you're a fan of grand murals, head to Centro Historico's Biblioteca Miguel Lerdo de Tejada…read more Housed inside an 18th century church/theater, the Baroque building is now a public library and research center with hundreds of economics books and newspapers. Open during the week at 9 a.m., walk through the grand wooden doors and find the security desk. They'll check your I.D., check your temperature, and give you hand sanitizer. Then they'll guide you through the passageway into the grand room. The murals started in the 1970s and are by a Russian-Mexican artist. They are very colorful, making my five-year-old daughter love them as well! There's a small exhibit in the lobby about the murals. Admission is free.

If you love books and libraries then I recommend you pay a free visit to this unique library in an…read moreold church. You have to show ID and leave any bags at the secured entrance. There are beautiful huge murals inside which are picture perfect.

From the owner: Tenemos la colección de ELT más grande del país y somos la biblioteca en inglés más grande México.read more

We stopped by the Central Library of UNAM a few weeks ago when we were exploring the area for a…read moreday. As the main library of the biggest university in Mexico (and Latin America), it holds one of the largest collections in Mexico (holding over a million volumes - including over 500,000 books). But we were there for the art and architecture! The building is covered with a mosaic mural - Historical Representation of Culture - by the Mexican artist Juan O'Gorman. The mosaic mural (made of tiles of different stones in 12 different colors - including turquoise) is one of the reasons UNESCO proclaimed the library (and the central campus) a world heritage site. The building also has basalt fountains and decorative reliefs inspired by pre-Hispanic art and a section of the facade covered with natural colored stones that allow light through. It's a pretty amazing building, and you can learn a lot about Mexican history and culture from the murals on the building. I recommend checking it out on your own or as part of a tour if you're visiting Mexico City and are interesting in exploring UNAM.

A 30-minute Uber ride from the Centro Historico is a mural-covered library worth the trip. On the…read morecampus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico is a 10-story library covered with Juan O'Gorman murals on all sides. Without the murals, the building itself is boxy and not very impressive. With the colorful murals, the building stands out on campus and is worth a visit for anyone who loves architecture, design or art. Once you're done seeing the library, explore the campus. There are several huge grassy areas where people picnic or walk their dogs.