20 of the Most Exquisite Libraries in the World

THE MORGAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM, NEW YORK CITY

If you’ve ever wondered what a multimillionaire’s personal library looks like, the Morgan Library & Museum has you covered. Comprised of three buildings once owned by financier J.P. Morgan, this Madison Avenue landmark includes galleries, libraries, a performance hall, and, of course, Morgan’s private book collection. Trust us, the library is worth the hype, with gold decorations, fresco-covered ceilings, and three floors of bookshelves—some connected by a secret passageway.