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Capitol Combo: U.S. Capitol + Capitol Museum or Library Congress

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Washington DC, USA

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2 hours 1 minute (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Get your chance to discover the famed Capitol Hill with an experienced personal guide who will walk with you, detailing the historical facts related to each building and landmark. In this walking tour, you’ll explore the seat of the legislative and judicial branches of the US Government and its supporting facilities, collectively known as Capitol Hill.

During the tour, travelers will be able to visit inside the U.S. Capitol Building. Entry inside the Library of Congress or Capitol Museum will also be available during checkout.

What's Included

  • See Thomas Jefferson's original library
  • Entry to Library of Congress (or Capitol Museum when Library of Congress is closed Mondays or 8am)
  • Stop outside the US Supreme Court, Senate Offices, House of Representative Offices
  • Gratuities
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Independence Avenue Southeast
Washington, DC 20540, USA

What To Expect

Capitol Hill (Pass By)

2-Hour Guided Walk through Capitol Hill
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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 they're the largest public collection of knowledge in the world.*Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, and for the 8am tour. Travelers will visit the Capitol Museums on this day of the week and tour start time instead.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Supreme Court

See the exterior of the Supreme Court. Get a narrated tour of with a live guide who will give you details of the history of the high court with key cases and facts around them.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ulysses S. Grant Memorial (Pass By)

Pass by Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Capitol Combo: U.S. Capitol + Capitol Museum or Library Congress?

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 (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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266 reviews

Average 4.54 out of 5 stars based on 266 traveler reviews collected by Cool Washington DC and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • See Thomas Jefferson's original library
  • Entry to Library of Congress (or Capitol Museum when Library of Congress is closed Mondays or 8am)
  • Stop outside the US Supreme Court, Senate Offices, House of Representative Offices
  • Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt and old house chambers in the US Capitol
  • Complimentary Bottled Water
  • Entry into the U.S. Capitol building
  • 2-Hour Guided Morning or Afternoon Walking Tour of Capitol Hill
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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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 (EST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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