Washington DC Capitol Hill Guided Tour with Entry Tickets
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore Capitol Hill on a fully guided 3-hour tour, featuring reserved entry to both the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress. Walk through the historic Rotunda and National Statuary Hall, marvel at the artifacts within the Library, and discover the hidden underground tunnels connecting these iconic landmarks. Led by an expert local historian, this immersive experience allows you to bypass long lines and delve into the rich history of America’s legislative heart. - Reserved entry tickets to the U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress - Marvel at the Supreme Court and explore underground tunnels - Small group options for a more personalized experience - Duration: 3 hours, meeting at 1 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Inclusions
What's included
- Reserved Entry and Guided Tour of the Library of Congress (this is closed on Mondays).
- Expert Tour Guide
- Reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol for an exclusive docent-guided tour
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Step inside the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress, widely considered one of the most beautiful public buildings in the United States. As the largest library in the world, this Gilded Age architectural masterpiece is a true monument to human knowledge.
Here is an engaging description for the United States Capitol, tailored perfectly for your "Washington DC: Capitol Hill Guided Tour with Entry Tickets" listing: United States Capitol Description Discover the epicenter of American democracy with an immersive visit to the United States Capitol, one of the most architecturally impressive and historically significant buildings in the world. As you step beneath its iconic cast-iron dome, your guide will navigate you through the storied halls where the nation's laws are made. Highlights of your interior visit will include the awe-inspiring Rotunda, adorned with masterful frescoes and historical paintings, the intriguing crypt originally built for George Washington, and the National Statuary Hall.
Stand before the majestic marble columns of the Supreme Court of the United States, the ultimate arbiter of American law. Known affectionately as the "Marble Palace," this awe-inspiring neoclassical temple was designed to reflect the profound dignity and authority of the judicial branch.
We explore the sprawling grounds of the Capitol complex, we'll pass by the impressive Senate and House Office Buildings—the true engines of American legislation.
As we journey through the heart of the nation's capital, we'll take in the sweeping, iconic vistas of the National Mall. Affectionately known as "America's Front Yard," this historic, tree-lined expanse stretches all the way from the steps of the Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Your esteemed tour guide will be waiting to welcome you at the bottom of the front steps of the Supreme Court, near the sidewalk.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 25 travellers
- Operated by
- Empire Tours - DC
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
How it compares in Washington DC
- Its from-price is 31% below the median of the 767 experiences we list in Washington DC.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 86 of 767.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Washington DC
Washington, DC is the US capital, a planned city on the Potomac, with a National Mall of monuments and museums and cherry trees in spring.
Washington was planned as a capital in the 1790s, with broad avenues radiating from the Capitol. The National Mall stretches from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, past the Washington Monument and the Reflecting Pool. Memorials to Jefferson, Franklin Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr stand around the Tidal Basin, where cherry trees bloom in late March or early April. The White House stands just north of the Mall.
Top-ranked sights in Washington DC: The White House, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial.
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