Capitol Hill Walking Tour: Explore US Government Landmarks
4.2
155 Ratings
Washington
Embark on a captivating walking tour of Capitol Hill, where you'll uncover the rich history and significance of iconic US government landmarks. Join an expert guide and delve into the heart of American democracy!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Library 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 there the largest public collection of knowledge in the world
  • U.S. Capitol - With this tour, you will be offered ticket to get inside the Capitol and visit the Rotunda, the Crypt and old house chambers and other areas of the seat of Congress.
  • Supreme Court - Get a narrated tour of 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.
  • Capitol Hill - 3-hour Morning guided walking tour through Capitol Hill
What's Included
  • 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill
  • Visit key areas of the US Capitol: Rotunda, Crypt, and old house chambers
  • Entry included to both US Capitol and Library of Congress
  • Exterior visit of the US Supreme Court
  • Explore Thomas Jefferson’s original library collection
  • Complimentary bottled water provided
  • Museum visit when Library of Congress is closed on Mondays
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • All fees and/or taxes
Additional Information

Seize the opportunity to explore the renowned Capitol Hill, accompanied by a knowledgeable private guide who will accompany you, elucidating the history behind each edifice and monument. During this stroll, you’ll get to explore the hub of the US Government’s legislative and judicial divisions and their associated infrastructures, collectively referred to as Capitol Hill.

  • 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.
  • UNTIL JANUARY 15th, 2023, Tour starts at the National Archives at: 800 Pennsylvania Ave NW. Starting January 16th Tour start point is moving to the Supreme Court at: 1 1st St NE, Washington, DC
Location
United States Supreme Court Building
First Street Northeast
Starting January 16th 2024: Meets at the US Supreme Court: 1 1st St NE Metro Stop: Capitol South Metro Station – Blue Line, Orange Line, Silver Line.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Russ_l
May 31, 2024
Capital/ Library of congress tour - Our guide was awesome. Very knowledgeable! We learned a lot of very interesting facts. Would highly recommend.
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514stanleyw
May 31, 2024
Great family experience - Our tour guide was the best. We drove in from out of town and did not know what to expect. Parking was not an issue as we were led to believe. We were were not advised well about parking opportunities in public decks. I would add that to the information on TripAdvisor.
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Gregory_r
May 26, 2024
Keep the same - Hall with state statues and portraits. Overall tour fine . Explain to park at union station . Perhaps place to see after tour over.
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945shanieg
May 24, 2024
First timer - Our guide was so so knowledgeable and very good. We had someone that asked a lot of questions and he was able to answer everyone of his questions
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Montereygirl47
May 24, 2024
This tour was perfect from start to finish and well worth the money. - We were well informed via several confirmation emails on where to meet and how long the tour would last. Of course I got confused as to the exact meeting place...imagine my surprise when a live human answered their information phone and politely directed me to the meeting site . ( I was just on the wrong side of the street) Our guide, Dwayne was fantastic . Very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He guided us to the Capitol Building and conducted the first part of the tour and made sure I was allowed to use the elevator instead of stairs when necessary. He then turned us over to Jackson for the rest of the Capitol Building tour. Again, a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guide. Dwayne then walked w/us thru the underground tunnel from the Capitol Building to the Library of Congress at a doable pace and entertained us along the way w/more fun facts. Dwayne walked us thru the Library of Congress building and explained what we were looking at. We had plenty of opportunity to take pictures and ask questions throughout the entire tour. A huge heartfelt thankyou to Dwayne and Jackson. Jewell Halwachs Monterey, California
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M
May 20, 2024
Highlight of our trip - We weren’t sure what to expect but this ended up being our favorite part of our trip to DC. The buildings are amazing. Truly incredible to see, Dwayne, our tour guide also amazed us with his knowledge. He knew the answers to all of our questions, I have known some people who were quite knowledgeable on American history, but I have never met another person like him, I highly recommend this tour, especially if it is with Dwayne.
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Dale
May 19, 2024
Afternoon at the Capital - Excellent tour! Dewayne was amazing and Lindsey was great. Right people, right topic, made for a great afternoon! Two hours was just about right.
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700judyt
May 10, 2024
Awesome - This tour was the best tour I have ever taken. Our guide was wonderful. He was easy to understand, unbelievably informed, and always open to questions. His enthusiasm was catching!!
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Ken
May 9, 2024
Best tour guide ever!! - I would give 10 stars if I could. We had a tour with Dwayne as our guide. He was spectacular and a walking dictionary of all things related to the Capital Building, Library of Congress, and most things DC! His voice was clear and plenty loud, and he had plenty of solid personality to make us feel appreciated and welcome. Take the tour of the Capital Building with Dwayne. You will love it for sure.
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Discover51535985500
May 8, 2024
Good leadership with obstacles - The tour was very good and entertaining. It was annoying that the tour we had originally booked for the morning was postponed to the afternoon and we were informed too late.
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