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Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Guided Tour

355 First St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
Duration

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Discover some of Washington DC's most important government buildings on a small-group (or private) tour of Capitol Hill's highlights. Stop outside major buildings, including the US Capitol and the Supreme Court. Go into the main reading room of the Library of Congress, and catch sight of an original Gutenberg Bible. As you go, your guide will share stories and facts you wouldn't encounter on your own.

  • This tour is ideal for Washington DC visitors who are short on time
  • Visit the Library of Congress and see an original Gutenberg bible
  • View sights such as the Capitol Building, Supreme Court, and more
  • Explore with just a small group, or upgrade for a private experience

What To Expect

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Supreme Court



Just east of the Capitol you will visit the U.S Supreme Court, the highest court within the hierarchy of courts in many legal jurisdictions. Completes in 1935, you will be able to enjoy the Court’s stunning exterior whilst learn about all the history and tradition tied to it.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Library of Congress



Afterwards you will visit the Library of Congress, the research library that officially serves the U.S Congress and is considered the national library of the United States. The oldest federal cultural institution in the United States, the 1897 Thomas Jefferson building reveals an Italian-Renaissance style architecture. Inside one of the main highlights includes the beautiful circular main reading room with its 160ft ceiling.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

U.S. Capitol Visitor Center



Inside the Capitol lies the U.S Capitol Visitor Centre, a large underground addition to the Capitol complex, which serves as a gathering point for up to 4000 tourists and an expansion space for the US Congress. Here you will be informed about the unique characteristics of the House, the Senate and U.S legislative process, as well as learn about the history and development of architecture of the Capitol.

Our guide will end the tour providing access passes (and information about security protocols) for the visitor’s galleries of the current chambers for the House of Representatives and or the Senate, to be seen at your leisure.

Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate (unguided)

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
  • Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Semi-Private Walking Tour
  • Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum
  • Duration 2.5 Hours
  • Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
  • Passes to the House of Representatives and or the Senate Provided by guide at the end of the tour.
  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
  • Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate (unguided)

Durations

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour's Location

355 First St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
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