Guided Capitol Hill with US Capitol and Library of Congress Entry
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Mixed reviews: some had no-shows and negative experiences, while others raved about knowledgeable guides and memorable tours of the Capitol and Library of Congress. Some found the tour disappointing or not as described.
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2 hours
- Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt, and old house chambers of the US Capitol building
- Pass by the Supreme Court, Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, Senate Office, Peace Monument and Peace Circle
- 2-Hour Morning or Afternoon Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill
- Entry to US Capitol building
- See Thomas Jefferson’s original library
- All Fees and Taxes
- *During government shutdown, travelers will visit exterior of Capitol and Library of Congress only
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- 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
Enjoy a 2-Hour Guided Capitol Hill Walking Tour in Washington DC. This immersive tour includes official entry inside the U.S. Capitol & Library of Congress buildings (Capitol Museum when the Library of Congress is closed on Mondays).
Your guide will provides insight on political history, architecture of Capitol Hill, and...
- Duration 2 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 36 people in the group
- 1
United States Botanic Garden
Guests meet directly across the street from the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory, one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America, founded by Congress in 1820, located at 100 Maryland Avenue SW.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
U.S. Capitol
Inside the U.S. Capitol:
Guests go through security, have a short break, watch the orientation film, and then join the official guided tour with headsets. Highlights include the Capitol Rotunda, famous for its historic murals and dome; the Crypt, originally designed as George Washington’s final resting place; and the National...- Duration 1 Hour and 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included•
- Guided Experience
- 3
Library of Congress
Library of Congress:
After being escorted to the tunnel, guests use timed-entry passes to walk straight into the Jefferson Building, widely considered the most beautiful building in Washington. Highlights include:– The Gutenberg Bible – 1 of only 3 perfect vellum copies in existence.
– The Great Hall – a...- Duration 20 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 4
Supreme Court
Pass by US Supreme Court with a live guide who will give you details of the history of the high court with key cases and facts around them.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 5
Peace Monument
Peace Monument/Peace Circle – commemorates naval deaths of the Civil War; figures “Grief” and “History."
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 6
Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
One of the largest equestrian statues in the world; sculptor took 20 years to complete.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
Capitol Hill
Guided walking tour through Capitol Hill
- Duration 1 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Guided Experience
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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