US Capitol, Library of Congress Reserved Entry Small Group Tour
Overview
Experience Capitol Hill, inside and out, with a guided small-group tour of one of the most powerful neighborhoods in the world, including reserved entry to the US Capitol and The Library of Congress. See where the United States' laws are made and visit one of the largest collections of books in the world.
What's Included
- Learn the history of the Supreme Court and of its current operations.
- Small-Group (15 guests or less) for a more personalized experience
- View part of Thomas Jefferson’s original collection of over 6,000 books
- Admission to the Library of Congress
- Admission inside the U.S. Capitol Building
- Reserved access to a Capitol guide led tour of historic areas of the Capitol
- Professional Guide
- 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill in Washington DC
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
First Street Southeast
Washington, DC 20003, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
U.S. Capitol
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Supreme Court
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Library of Congress
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Capitol Hill
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- Tour runs approximately 3 hours
- 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 transportation are highly encouraged.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Activity code: C-41377P2
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