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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €79 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Join an expert local guide on this small-group guided tour of Capitol Hill, one of the top things to do in DC!
    Explore the largest library on the world and see Thomas Jefferson's original book collection at the Library of Congress, or marvel at the majesty of the US Supreme Court, with either option including reserved access to the US Capitol Tour.

    Upgrade to the VIP option for a smaller group tour that includes the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, US Capitol, and Folger Shakespeare Library and Theatre!

    With 3 fantastic options, you get to choose the combo that's best for you!

    Choose between:
    US Capitol + Library of Congress to see the world’s largest library
    US Capitol + Supreme Court to explore the highest court in the land
    Or 4 Capitol Hill Attractions for an even more exclusive experience to see the Capitol, Library of Congress, Supreme Court, and the rarely seen Folger Shakespeare Library

Activity location

  • Capitol Hill
    • First St and East Capitil St NE,
    • 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 64 1st St SE
    • 64 1st Street Southeast
    • 20004, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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US Capitol "Big 3" Highlights

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Reserved Entry!: Enjoy reserved entry to US Capitol and Library of Congress.
Capitol + Library of Congress: Guided tour inside Library of Congress, visit to the Supreme Court, and reserved tickets to US Capitol Tour
Duration: 3 hours

Language options: English
Price details
€79.33 x 2 Adults€158.66
Total
Price is €158.66

VIP With House Chambers Access

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Reserved Entry!: Enjoyed reserved entry to the Library of Congress, US Capitol, and Folger Shakespeare Library
Includes House Chambers: See the actual chambers where the House of Representatives meet
Semi-Private: 10 or fewer guests
Duration: 4 hours

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
€114.98 x 2 Adults€229.96
Total
Price is €229.96

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Admission to the Library of Congress (with Library Option)
  • Inclusions
    Small-Group (20 guests or less) for a more personalised experience
  • Inclusions
    View part of Thomas Jefferson’s original collection of over 6,000 books (with Library Option)
  • Inclusions
    Learn the history of the Supreme Court
  • Inclusions
    Professional Guide
  • Inclusions
    Admission inside the US Capitol Building
  • Inclusions
    Reserved access to a Capitol guide led tour of historic areas of the Capitol
  • Inclusions
    Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill in Washington DC
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please review voucher information after booking as it provides a detailed list of items banned from the Capitol and many other federal buildings. Possession of these items will result in non-admission to the building.
    • Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes before tour start time. Tour begins exactly at stated time, entry to buildings are on timed reservations, and group must enter security together, therefore we are unable to accommodate for late arrivals.
    • Closest Metro stop: Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines) - Exit station using main exit, walk approximately two blocks north on First Street SE.
    • The US Capitol and its surrounding complex are in a secure federal operation area and nearby parking is highly restricted. The nearest public parking is located at Union Station approximately .5 mile from meeting location. Alternative modes of transport are highly encouraged.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Capitol Hill

  • 15m
Begin your experience by meeting your guide at the Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building in the historic Capitol Hill area.

Supreme Court

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Note: Entry to building is not guaranteed based on Court schedule. Court is closed Saturdays and during arguments. Learn about the history and current inner workings of the US Supreme Court in a fun and relatable fashion. Through landmark cases from Marbury v Madison and Brown v Board of Education to the cases of today you will learn how cases make their way to the highest court in the land, the basics of an oral argument, and how opinions are established.

Library of Congress

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the largest library in the world and a true architectural crown jewel of Washington, D.C. The Library of Congress features a magnificent display of Gilded Age extravagance, with a Great Hall renowned for its Beaux-Arts murals and sculpted marble. In addition to its striking design, the library houses over 170 million items—including Thomas Jefferson's foundational library, a Gutenberg Bible, and the first map to use the word 'America'—serving as a spectacular monument to the nation's pursuit of knowledge.

U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Our expert guide will help you navigate the security checkpoint and skip the ticket lines for a stress-free entrance to the Capitol Visitor Centre. Once inside, you will explore a fascinating collection of state statues and discover the treasures of the Capitol Museum, including the historic catafalque built for Abraham Lincoln.

U.S. Capitol

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Step inside the historic areas of the US Capitol with reserved access to the official guided tour. You will marvel at the magnificent Rotunda used to honour key leaders lying in state, walk through the original Crypt that supports the massive architecture above, and stand in the very room that once served as the US House chamber—now known as National Statuary Hall.

Location

Activity location

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    Capitol Hill
    • First St and East Capitil St NE,
    • 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    64 1st St SE
    • 64 1st Street Southeast
    • 20004, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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