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Guided Capitol Hill with US Capitol and Library of Congress Entry

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Enjoy a 2-Hour Guided Capitol Hill Walking Tour in Washington DC. This immersive tour includes official entry inside the U.S. Capitol & Library of Congress buildings (Capitol Museum when the Library of Congress is closed on Mondays).

Your guide will provides insight on political history, architecture of Capitol Hill, and how Congress functions. Enjoy photo opportunities outside the Supreme Court, Senate Offices, House of Representatives Offices, and Ulysses S. Grant Memorial.

Inside the U.S. Capitol, join the official guided interior tour. Highlights include the Capitol Rotunda; the Crypt, originally designed as George Washington’s final resting place; and the National Statuary Hall. When available, you may also visit the Old Supreme Court Chamber or Old Senate Chamber.

Continue to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. With timed-entry passes included, explore the ornate Great Hall, view the Gutenberg Bible, and enjoy breathtaking overlooks of the Main Reading Room.

What's Included

  • Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt, and old house chambers of the US Capitol building
  • Pass by the Supreme Court, Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, Senate Office, Peace Monument and Peace Circle
  • Entry to US Capitol building

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    Independence Avenue Southeast
    Washington, DC 20540, USA

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    United States Botanic Garden (pass by)

    Guests meet directly across the street from the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory, one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America, founded by Congress in 1820, located at 100 Maryland Avenue SW.
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    U.S. Capitol

    Inside the U.S. Capitol: Guests go through security, have a short break, watch the orientation film, and then join the official guided tour with headsets. Highlights include the Capitol Rotunda, famous for its historic murals and dome; the Crypt, originally designed as George Washington’s final resting place; and the National Statuary Hall, home to statues representing all 50 states. When available, you may also visit the Old Supreme Court Chamber or Old Senate Chamber, offering rare insight into early congressional history.*The government has the right to close or to cancel any tour inside the US Capitol without advanced notice to us.
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Library of Congress

    Library of Congress: After being escorted to the tunnel, guests use timed-entry passes to walk straight into the Jefferson Building, widely considered the most beautiful building in Washington. Highlights include:– The Gutenberg Bible – 1 of only 3 perfect vellum copies in existence. – The Great Hall – a soaring Italian Renaissance-style atrium with marble columns, mosaics, gold leaf, and murals by leading artists. – The Main Reading Room – viewed from upper observation deck, this is the iconic circular reading room seen in countless films. – Putti and carvings – cherubic figures representing arts and sciences line the balustrades – Architectural firsts – the Jefferson Building was the first public building in DC designed for electric lighting and one of the first to use a comprehensive climate-control system.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Supreme Court

    Pass by US Supreme Court 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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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Peace Monument (pass by)

    Peace Monument/Peace Circle – commemorates naval deaths of the Civil War; figures “Grief” and “History."
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    Ulysses S. Grant Memorial (pass by)

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

    Guided walking tour through Capitol Hill
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    1 minute • Admission Ticket Free

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    • 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

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Capitol Hill with US Capitol and Library of Congress Entry?

    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).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

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

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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 (EDT).
    • 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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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt, and old house chambers of the US Capitol building.
    • Pass by the Supreme Court, Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, Senate Office, Peace Monument and Peace Circle.
    • Entry to US Capitol building.
    • See Thomas Jefferson’s original library.
    • Entry to the Library of Congress (or Capitol Museum when Library of Congress is closed on Mondays).
    • 2-Hour Morning or Afternoon Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    Accessibility information for the Guided Capitol Hill with US Capitol and Library of Congress Entry is as follows:

    • 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
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    What's Included

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    • Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt, and old house chambers of the US Capitol building
    • Pass by the Supreme Court, Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, Senate Office, Peace Monument and Peace Circle
    • Entry to US Capitol building
    • See Thomas Jefferson’s original library
    • Entry to the Library of Congress (or Capitol Museum when Library of Congress is closed on Mondays)
    • 2-Hour Morning or Afternoon Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill

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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
    • Please Note: The Library of Congress is closed on Mondays. Travelers will visit Capitol Museum instead on Mondays.
    • Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers

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