Rylands Discovery Tour

Take a tour of the John Rylands Library and let our staff guide you through its stunning spaces. Along the way, you’ll uncover the fascinating history behind the library’s founding, explore highlights from its rare collections, and discover how the building is used today.

The John Rylands Research Institute and Library is not only world-famous for its architecture and archives, it’s also full of rich stories, surprising details, and a touch of mystery.

Meet at the welcome desk on the ground floor.

There is lift access to the spaces visited in the tour and folding seats at the entrance to each floor.

Access information can be found on AccessAble.

Please note, this event is not suitable for organised groups.