Attention bookworms: this is the place to be in Tilburg
We get it: you might not want to think about it yet, but the days are getting shorter and autumn is on its way. And that means sometimes we'd rather curl up on the couch with a blanket and a good book than go out to a terrace. But where do you find that good book? Luckily, Tilburg has some fantastic places to go. From a huge library to a cozy bookstore: you can spend hours browsing, discovering new gems, or finding an original gift for your fellow book lover.
In the Spoorzone you will find the LocHal, a former locomotive shed that has been transformed into Tilburg's cultural hotspot.
The building itself is a feast for the eyes: high ceilings, enormous windows, and a mix of industrial rawness with soft fabrics (it's no wonder, in the Netherlands' textile capital) and artistic details. Here you'll find everything: Central Brabant LibraryExhibitions, workspaces, meeting rooms, and regular workshops and lectures. Perfect for wandering for hours, reading, working, or simply finding inspiration.
Fancy a quick lunch or a cup of coffee? That's possible too. At StadsCafé, you can enjoy a sustainable menu at a low price.
Step inside Livy the Seven-Leap, in the heart of the charming Dwaalgebied (Wandering Area), and you'll immediately feel it: everything here revolves around the joy of books. Books everywhere beckon you to browse, carefully selected gems, and a delightful mix of classics and fresh new titles. English-language books? Check. Picture books for kids? Also available. No standard bestsellers here: everything has been carefully selected. The staff knows the collection like the back of their hand and are happy to share tips. In short: perfect for anyone looking for a special book or a great gift.
Gianotten & Mutsaers has been a Tilburg institution since 1947, and since 2022, it's even more fun with the revamped Boekcafé. Here you can not only browse books—from young adult novels to literary classics and cookbooks—but also enjoy the best coffee, the most delicious pastries, a delicious lunch, and, recently, breakfast.
The Book Café opens at 8.00am from Tuesday to Friday, ideal for a relaxing start to the day.
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