Dark History: Scandals of Capitol Hill Evening Walking Tour

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(7 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Follow your guide to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, where you will learn about the largest library in the world, its oddest collections, and the dark stories that reside within.

Hear stories about the Old Brick Capitol, the prison that once stood on the location of the Supreme Court. Learn about the architecture of the highest court in the land and its history.

Hear stories of death, bloodshed, and false-imprisonment in the hallowed halls of Congress in DC's most iconic building.

Continue on to the House Office Building where tales of scandalous acts of smuggling, trysts, and backdoor deals are told.

Learn about the residents that called Capitol Hill home in stories of saucy escapades to corruption to cannibalism!

This is a fully outdoor tour

What's Included

Hear stories of death, bloodshed, and false-imprisonment in DC's most iconic building
Live Guide
"Scandals of Capitol Hill" Guided Evening Walking Tour in Washington DC
Hear stories about the Old Brick Capitol that once stood on the location
Visit Library of Congress Jefferson Building to learn about its oddest collections & darkest stories
Pass the House Office Building where tales of scandalous acts of smuggling & backdoor deals are told
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of the Neptune Fountain

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Library of Congress

    Library of Congress

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Supreme Court

    Old Brick Capitol and Supreme Court

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    U.S. Capitol

    Senate, Center, and House portions of the U.S. Capitol

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Senate and House Office Buildings

    Cannon House Office Building

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Crime Tours
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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