US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate

US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate

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Overview

Discover the heart of American government on a 2-Hour Guided Capitol Hill Walking Tour. Travellers will visit inside the iconic US Capitol building with guided entry. See highlights such as the Rotunda and Crypt, and the opportunity to step inside one of the historic House or Senate chambers (dependant on day of week). Along the way, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how Congress works and the stories behind this symbol of American democracy.

The experience continues with a visit to the Library of Congress (Capitol Museum on Mondays and 8am tours when Library is closed), home to the world’s largest collection of knowledge, where you’ll see Thomas Jefferson’s original library and Gutenberg Bible.

As you walk along Capitol Hill with your guide, you will also stop outside the Supreme Court, Senate Offices, and House of Representative Office building. This tour offers an insightful and memorable introduction to the institutions that shape the United States.

Activity location

U.S. Capitol
- East Capitol St NE & First St SE,
- 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

1 First St NE
- 1 First Street Northeast
- 20543, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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2pm Capitol + Library Congress

2h
English

Monday Tours: Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, travellers will instead spend extra time at US Capitol and visit the Capitol Museum.
US Capitol + Library Congress: 2-Hour Capitol Hill Walking Tour with Entry into the US Capitol and Library of Congress Buildings (Capitol Museum on Mondays)
Starting point:
United States Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 14:00

Price details

€67.38 x 1 Adult€67.38

Total

11:30am US Capitol + Library

2h
English

Monday Tours: Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, travellers will instead spend extra time at US Capitol and visit the Capitol Museum.
U.S Capitol + Library Congress: 2-Hour Capitol Hill Walking Tour with Entry into the US Capitol and Library of Congress Buildings (Capitol Museum on Mondays)
Starting point:
United States Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 11:30

Price details

€67.38 x 1 Adult€67.38

Total

What's included, what's not

Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt, and old house chambers of the US Capitol building
Admission and Guided Tour inside the US Capitol building
See Thomas Jefferson’s original library and Gutenberg Bible
Stop outside Supreme Court, Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, Senate Office, House of Reps, Peace Monument
Entry to the Library of Congress (or Capitol Museum when Library of Congress is closed on Mondays)
2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill, the centre of American politics

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
U.S Capitol is closed on Sundays
Library of Congress is closed on Mondays and 8am Tours (travellers will visit the Capitol Museum on this day of the week and tour time instead)
Outside food and drinks are not permitted inside the US Capitol building
Bags larger than 18" wide x 14" high x 8.5" deep are not permitted inside the US Capitol building
Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Capitol Hill (Pass by)

Explore the heart of American democracy on our 2-Hour Capitol Hill walking tour! Visit the US Capitol and see the Rotunda, Crypt, and National Statuary Hall, then step into the Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress (note: closed Mondays and 8 AM tours, guests will visit the Capitol Museum instead). Along the way, pass by the US Supreme Court as well as other notable landmarks, including the Senate and House of Representatives office buildings, while learning about their history, landmark cases, and key facts from your live guide.

U.S. Capitol

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

Inside the US Capitol: Step inside one of the most iconic buildings in the country and experience the history of American democracy up close. After a brief orientation and film, you’ll join an official guided tour. Explore highlights like the Crypt, the grand Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall, with occasional access to the historic Old Supreme Court or Old Senate Chamber. Look up to admire “The Apotheosis of Washington,” a breathtaking fresco soaring 180 feet above, and stand in the Crypt, originally intended as George Washington’s final resting place. This immersive visit offers a powerful glimpse into the stories, architecture, and legacy at the heart of the United States. *The government has the right to close or to cancel any tour inside the US Capitol without advanced notice to us.

Library of Congress

20m
Admission ticket included

Library of Congress (closed Mondays; 8 AM tours, guests will visit Capitol Museum instead): Step inside the Jefferson Building, widely celebrated as the most beautiful building in Washington, D.C. Using timed-entry passes, guests are escorted through a tunnel and right into a world of art, history, and architectural splendour. Highlights of the tour include: The Gutenberg Bible – one of only three perfect vellum copies in existence. The Great Hall – a soaring Italian Renaissance-style atrium adorned with marble columns, intricate mosaics, gold leaf, and murals by leading artists. The Main Reading Room – viewed from the upper observation deck, this iconic circular space has appeared in countless films. Putti and carvings – charming cherubic figures representing the arts and sciences line the balustrades. Architectural firsts – the Jefferson Building was the first public building in D.C. designed for electric lighting and among the first to feature a comprehensive climate-control system.

Supreme Court

10m
Admission ticket not included

Stop outside the US Supreme Court with a live guide who brings the building and its history to life. Learn about landmark cases, notable justices, and fascinating facts that have shaped the highest court in the nation.

Senate and House Office Buildings (Pass by)

Pass by the Senate and House office buildings and learn about the workings of Congress. Your guide will share insights into the history, architecture, and role these iconic buildings play in shaping American legislation.

Washington Monument (Pass by)

See views of the Washington Monument from a distance.

Peace Monument (Pass by)

Peace Monument/Peace Circle – commemorates naval deaths of the Civil War; figures “Grief” and “History."

Ulysses S. Grant Memorial (Pass by)

One of the largest equestrian statues in the world; sculptor took 20 years to complete.

United States Botanic Garden (Pass by)

Pass the United States Botanic Garden

Location

Activity location

U.S. Capitol
- East Capitol St NE & First St SE,
- 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

1 First St NE
- 1 First Street Northeast
- 20543, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
United States Botanic Garden
- 100 Maryland Avenue Southwest
- 20001, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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