The best places to study in Austin
The 10 libraries and study cafés in Austin best suited to a long session with a laptop or a textbook, led by The Meteor Cafe, Flat Track Coffee and Austin Central 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.
01The Meteor Cafe
café2110 South Congress AvenueWi‑FiPowerWork 100
large tables, fast WiFi, and excellent coffee make it perfect for focused work
Goats On The RoadDecember 2024 02Flat Track Coffee
café1619 East Cesar Chavez StreetWi‑FiWork 100
Wifi: Yes, they've got it!
ATX_BitesFebruary 2018 03Austin Central Library
library710 W Cesar Chavez StWi‑FiWork 100
Austin Public Library's Central branch is the most fun place to work if you want a beautiful view of downtown Austin.
CultureMap AustinAugust 2024 04CoCo's Cafe
café1910 Guadalupe StreetWi‑FiWork 100
Coco's also has open seating, so there's no expectation to leave after a certain amount of time.
CultureMap AustinAugust 2024 05Starbucks Coffee Company
café907 West 5th Street, Austin★ 4.3Wi‑FiWork 100
06Munday Library
library3001 S Congress Ave Building LIBRPowerWork 100
07Bennu Coffee Shop
café515 South Congress AvenueWi‑FiWork 100
08Austin Public Library - Willie Mae Kirk
library3101 Oak Springs DrWi‑FiWork 100
Hours, amenities and photos for Austin Public Library - Willie Mae Kirk
09Life Science Library
libraryMain Building, 110 Inner Campus DriveWi‑FiWork 100
10Fine Arts Library
library2306 Trinity StWi‑FiWork 100
