LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

Housing across three stunning buildings, including the Thomas Jefferson Building, the James Madison Memorial Building, and the John Adams Building, the Library of Congress is home to more than 164 million items and art pieces.

The Thomas Jefferson Building is itself a masterpiece of Gilded Age architecture and also holds several exhibits. The Library of Congress also hosts abundant events, festivals, and fabulous tours that are indeed crowd pullers.

Location: 101 Independence Ave SE, Washington, D.C., DC 20540, United States

Timings: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (Monday to Saturday) & Closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas, and New Year’s Day