Free digital guide

Discover some of the world's most significant books, maps and manuscripts, find artworks on display around the building and access behind-the-scenes content with the free British Library digital guide available through Bloomberg Connects. No download necessary!

How to access our digital guide

You can access our digital guide anywhere – whether you’re at the Library or elsewhere.

Explore the digital guide on your web browser or enjoy our optimised guide on the Bloomberg Connects app, available in the App Store and Google Play store. Simply download the 'Bloomberg Connects' app from the App Store or Google Play, or scan the QR code below.

Once you have downloaded the Bloomberg Connects app, search for 'British Library' to access our guide.

How to use our digital guide

On the guide, you'll find floor plans, video content with transcripts, audio clips and more. Explore all floors of the British Library and discover some of the extraordinary artworks on display.

When visiting the British Library in London, look for Bloomberg Connects Look-Up Numbers next to collection items in the Treasures of the British Library gallery and next to artworks on display around the building. Use the Look-Up Number or scan the QR to find related content.

You will also find short articles about the history and architecture of the British Library and information about forthcoming exhibitions and events.

About Bloomberg Connects

Bloomberg Connects is a free digital guide showcasing cultural organisations around the world, making it easy to access and engage with arts and culture from mobile devices, anytime, anywhere. We are delighted to work in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies to make this digital guide possible.