| Besides the museums, you must visit the Library of Congress

Library of Congress The granddaddy of libraries, housing over 170 million items. This place is not only a temple of knowledge but also a masterpiece of architectural art. From the external sculptures and fountains to the internal domes and murals, everything is breathtakingly beautiful. When you step inside this building, you can’t help but be awestruck by its splendor and cultural depth. A must-visit on your Washington trip, it’s less crowded in the morning, perfect for taking stunning photos 📷. The entire library is open to the public for tours of the Thomas Jefferson Building and the Main Reading Room. Here’s a detailed travel guide: ❶🎫 Admission: Free 🆓, but you need to book in advance through the official website. Reservation address: (loc.gov) ❷⏰ Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM. No entry after 4:30 PM. Extended hours on Thursday until 8:00 PM. Closed on Sunday/Monday. ❸ Main Reading Room (Dome) Hours: Tuesday to Friday (10:30 AM — 11:30 AM / 2:00 PM — 3:00 PM), with an additional opening on Thursday (5:00 PM — 7:00 PM). ❹ If you miss the Main Reading Room’s visiting hours, there’s an observation deck on the 2nd floor of the hall where you can overlook the entire room. ❺ On the 1st floor of the hall, there’s an exhibition of the “Gutenberg Bible,” one of the world’s earliest printed books and a treasure of the library. ❻ On both sides of the second floor, there are some featured digital image exhibitions. ❼ Nearby Attractions: · The Capitol Building, connected to the library via an underground passage. It’s recommended to visit both without needing a second security check, but you do need to book tickets in advance. · The Supreme Court, just next door, about a 3-minute walk. · The United States Botanic Garden, a 10-minute walk away. #Washington #WashingtonTravelGuide #DC #CapitolHill #LibraryOfCongress #USAtravel #CapitolBuilding #DMV #MostBeautifulLibrary #capitolhill