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Get your chance to discover the famed Capitol Hill with an experienced personal guide who will walk with you, detailing the historical facts related to each building and landmark. In this walking tour, you’ll explore the seat of the legislative and judicial branches of the US Government and its supporting facilities, collectively known as Capitol Hill.
During the tour, travelers will be able to visit inside the U.S. Capitol Building. Entry inside the Library of Congress or Capitol Museum will also be available during checkout.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our Tour ends at the Library of congress.
Itinerary
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Capitol Hill (Pass by)
Enjoy a 2-hour guided walking tour of Capitol Hill, available in the morning or afternoon. The experience includes entry into the U.S. Capitol building, where you’ll explore iconic spaces such as the Rotunda, the Crypt, and the historic Old House Chambers. Guests will also visit the Library of Congress to see Thomas Jefferson’s original library collection (or the Capitol Museum when the Library of Congress is unavailable). Along the way, the tour stops outside major landmarks including the U.S. Supreme Court, Senate Office Buildings, and the House of Representatives.
Admission ticket free -
1U.S. Capitol
Explore the historic United States Capitol on a guided tour through one of the most important buildings in the United States. Visitors will see iconic spaces such as the Rotunda, the Crypt, and the historic Old House Chambers (depending on day) while learning about the history of Congress and the building itself.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Library of Congress
Tour the halls of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building with a live narration by you guide. If you’re a history buff, you will discover they're the largest public collection of knowledge in the world. *Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, and for the 8am tour. Travelers will visit the Capitol Museums on this day of the week and tour start time instead.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Supreme Court
See the exterior of the Supreme Court. Get a narrated tour of with a live guide who will give you details of the history of the high court with key cases and facts around them.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
Ulysses S. Grant Memorial (Pass by)
Pass by Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Waking: There will be standing and walking during this tour. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as much of the tour is outdoors. DC can be very hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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