Library of Congress
4.8

Historic libraries & universities

Library of Congress

Washington D.C., United States

The Library of Congress, not just a repository of knowledge, wows with its ornate Thomas Jefferson Building, opened in 1897 and filled with grand staircases and statues. Catch a glimpse of the Gutenberg Bible within its vast collection. History and architecture enthusiasts find endless fascination here.

Good to know

Best months
Apr–May

Unlock insider tips & fun facts

Sign up free to see the tips and facts we have collected for this place

Join free →
Library of Congress photo 2
VoyaBear

Free AI travel planner

Add Library of Congress to your itinerary

VoyaBear builds a full personalised trip plan for Washington D.C. around your travel personality. Free, instant, and made for you.

Generate my itinerary — free