Capitol Hill & Library of Congress Highlights Walking Tour (With Tickets)
Overview
A grand walking tour of Capitol Hill to explore the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and US Capitol. Learn about the country's legislative & judicial branches and step inside with the included entry tickets.
Supreme Court: The tour does not enter, but you will get a full understanding of the judicial branch.
Library of Congress: See an original Gutenberg Bible, view Jefferson's original library collection. Take a peek in the main Reading Room and admire items such as a draft of the Gettysburg Address, handwritten lyrics for “The Sound of Music,” Maya Lin’s drawings for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, original artwork by Stan Lee for the Spider-Man comic.
Capitol Building: Learn about the Burning of Washington and find the best angle for a photo. See the original plaster model of Freedom.
Your guide will secure hard-to-get tickets for the docent-led tour, which brings you into the Crypt, the Rotunda, and the Old House.
What's Included
- Tickets for the docent-led US Capitol tour inside Capitol Building for after our tour.
- Tickets to go inside Library of Congress
- Guided Walking Tour with a Professional Licensed Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Constitution Avenue Northeast
Washington, DC 20002, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Washington, DC 20004, USA
The tour ends at the US Capitol Visitor Center where you will be given tickets to take the docent-led tour inside the Capitol Building. The docent-led tour is about 50 minutes and is included in the 3 hour length of the tour.
What To Expect
Capitol Hill
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Supreme Court
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Library of Congress
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
House Triangle
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
U.S. Capitol
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Capitol Hill & Library of Congress Highlights Walking Tour (With Tickets)?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025
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