This is a beautiful modern building located close to the trolley and San Ysidro. There is security…read morein the front and plenty of parking. I love that there are no vagrants in this library and that it is fairly quiet & peaceful. One of the best libraries in town - clean, quiet and plenty of graphic novels to read from. Parking: Plenty of Parking Recommendation: If you're looking for a peaceful & productive oasis, this is a great location! They also offer plenty of books written in Spanish.

I can't believe the San Ysidro library on Beyer Blvd is so dirty and unkempt, what's going on with…read moreSan Diego County. That doesn't do anything to keep it clean. You can no longer go there or sit on the benches. It sucks.

What a fun library. We were there to look for Odi and check out the library. They had decoy Odis…read moremeaning there were 5 others like a wizard, flowers, Mohawk, and more! The kids had a blast looking and we checked out a lot of books! The staff was very sweet and I also loved the crafts available for kids! Love the library!

It's very quiet. There's a cop always walking around the area. There are a lot of desks and…read morecomputers to work at. There are outlets by the desks that are beside the wall. The staff are very friendly too!

The Central Library has easily become one of my favorite libraries to visit. I don't get down here…read moreoften since I don't live nearby, but every time I do, I make a beeline for the ninth floor. It's an incredible space dedicated to genealogy and history, making it the perfect place to dive into family research. This visit was especially meaningful because I brought family members who were visiting from out of town. As we prepare for an upcoming family reunion while also grieving the recent loss of a loved one, we were able to uncover photographs of family members we had never seen before. It was an emotional and unforgettable experience that made our visit truly special. One of the best features is that the library offers free access to genealogy resources like Ancestry Library Edition and other historical databases that have helped me piece together my family's story. I also recently learned that every Tuesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., volunteer genealogy specialists are available to help the public--for free! I'll definitely be returning during those hours because researching family history often feels like peeling back the layers of an onion. Every discovery leads to another story waiting to be told. The only downside is the parking. The library offers two hours of free covered parking, which sounds generous until you get immersed in research. Time flies when you're digging through historical records, and two hours disappears quickly. If possible, I'd recommend taking the trolley to avoid having to move your car or pay expensive parking fees--especially considering the library is just a short walk from Petco Park. You can also opt to take your car out every 2 hours ans re-park in the garage.... Ijs One thing to keep in mind is that on Padres game days, the library parking garage may close early to accommodate game-day parking. While I understand why they do it, it can be frustrating if you're planning a long research session. Overall, I highly recommend this library. Whether you're researching your family tree, looking for a peaceful place to study, or simply wanting a quiet escape from the city, the ninth floor is an absolute treasure. It's one of San Diego's best-kept secrets, and if you haven't experienced it yet, you're missing out. As always... you can thank me later.

I haven't been here for years. I recently came to bring my toddler. So we were mainly on the first…read morefloor, which is where the kids section is. It was just amazing. It is so big, with so many different sections. They have an area for young toddlers, to toddlers, to kids. I was so impressed with how much books they have. In addition to that, they have CDs, DVDs, magazines, pretty much anything you can think of. There are a couple of different areas where they can sit and learn. I do love how there were different types of seats as well, for instance, for the younger kids they have the little balanced chairs. There is lots of play area for the kids to have sensory play. They have educational computers, there was four. They have a little area for kids to play with toys and use their imagination, so many good items. There are puzzles, coloring, pages, arts and crafts. I was really blown away with how great this library is. The staff who helped me, I did not get her name, but she was so friendly and answering, and all my questions. They have so many activities also throughout the week, such as reading time and other arts and crafts that you can do amongst other peers. I am so looking forward to bringing my child here so that he can have more socialization with other kids. And mind you, this is all free, which is so amazing. I mean, obviously we have tax dollars that goes toward this. . But yeah, you can check out their schedule for what they offer for the kids. Yeah I think this is the best library so far that I've been to for the kids in San Diego. You can also park underground. Just make sure you take your parking validation upstairs so you do get the first two hours free when validated. After that, I believe it's $1.25 per hour or something like that. Which is very reasonable for downtown. Just remember if there's any events, like the baseball games or anything like that, there might be a surcharge, for example when comic con comes on as well. This is definitely a great learning spot for young children. And if you or someone you know, doesn't have the financial means to do arts and crafts, buy so many books, or have enough space to even how all of these things, this is great that this library has it all for free. I have taken my son to the little play area where we pay like $15 an hour for him to run around and it's further up in Mira Mesa. This is just another great alternative for a fraction of the cost. Sorry I just love this so much. We are definitely coming back here and also exploring as many different libraries as we can.

The location has moved since the last time I was here visiting. I really just came in for a library…read morecard to attach to my Libby account and the woman at the counter was very nice and helpful. Was surprised at how quick and easy the process turned out to be. Just need a photo ID and proof of address so if you have a California ID that's good enough! I did want to say that their events calendar for the library is really awesome. I saw there was Friday Night Magic and movie nights on there, and that was just some of the programs they offer! There's are tonnnns! PS - The door slams super loud if you just let it close!

It's a nice library and all the staff are nice. The WiFi is absolutely terrible in my opinion…read more Every time I've tried to do work there nothing works or it's incredibly slow

The Chula Vista Library has a unique setup with parking right next to a park and playground, which…read moreis actually pretty cool. It's a nice spot to study, read, or just hang out for a bit. The library is also shared with individuals experiencing homelessness, and most people keep to themselves. If you mind your business, they usually mind theirs. I did have one memorable study session where someone was watching very inappropriate content on a public computerdefinitely unexpected. That said, it seems more like an occasional oversight than the norm. The staff are always friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Overall, it's a solid library just come with a little awareness.

I like our Chula Vista Library is so clean and nice a very one at times…read more Our Garden Club gets twice a year to sale in front. And boy we had a great turn out And did we find some gorgeous plant for ours yards too And we all helped out in the morning. But it was a success

This library is huge. It's been revamped. Looks great! I used to come here a long time ago when I…read morewas in high school to study. This library has been here forever. Love the new look. It has a kid's section which my daughter loves. She gets excited going to the library to learn and read books. Plenty of room inside. There's even public restrooms and a red car in the middle for kids to sit in. I was greeted as I entered. Plenty of parking spaces in front of the library. I would definitely bring my daughter here when she wants to check out books. It's not crowded on a week day. There's even free books outside the door for you to take and read. I highly recommend this place if your in Imperial Beach. Located right across city hall, Sheriff's and fire department. There's also a park right next to the library.

Story times are so much fun and a great start to our mornings…read moreThursday are great with Ms Carmen,, parent and kids are all involved in the dancing, singing, and reading The children's corner is huge, has many many books, and a wall full of legos and magnets Their reading books are great cozy spots to read with our kids

Decent sized library with a good amount of books. Their children's section is pretty huge with…read moretables and busy boards on the wall. Small section of board books by the little kids table. There is another room for teens which I assume may be YA books? There's a window in the kids area that looks into the teen room. Easy to get a library card if you have a photo ID and proof of address. Self checkout for books available and also pretty easy to use. There is a small used book store that also had puzzles and board games outside for sale. We happened to come in 30 minutes before story time for the little ones (ages 1-5) and it was a lot of fun. There were so many people in there! My son had a wonderful time, thank you Rosa!

This is one of the best public libraries I've ever been to. It's been years since I've been to one,…read morebut now that I have a little one - it's the perfect place to socialize and read. My lil bookworm loves the variety of books. Weekly story time with friends is a plus. I met another frequent mom/visitor - she's been going to this library for years and told me they just renovated it. You can definitely tell once you walk in. There are restrooms and a community room for activities such as chess night. There are private quiet study rooms, a 3D printer, a kids section and more. The library is clean, very spacious and all the employees are extremely friendly.

Honestly, a beautifullll library. The architecture is gorgeous and has so much character. Each…read moresection of the library feels like a different, immersive space. Very intentionally designed! It's a pretty spacious library with plenty of seating, but it gets crowded fast. I think it was a combination of things. We went in the late afternoon after school had been let out, so a good amount of kids and teens were there. Compared to other libraries in SD county, this branch had the most displaced people I have seen so far. It was really difficult trying to find an extended spot to study/work for a small party of 2. The staff here was also quite standoffish. When I went up to the desks to ask a question, they barely looked up from their screens and gave me one-word answers. :(

This library is a wonderful place and a jewel in Coronado's crown. See my pics for a taste of its…read morecalming outdoor environment to the soothing inside ambiance. Of course, this library has a tremendous amount of resources and the staff to help. But as visitors, we like the used book sale department. This is an opportunity to buy inexpensive, interesting books that you can still "turn a page". They have a very quiet reading room and the area around the library has many shade trees that offers many reading spots as well. While a library is old school, it's certainly a cool school.