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Capitol Hill Guided Walking Tour with Entry to US Capitol & Library of Congress
Capitol Hill Guided Walking Tour with Entry to US Capitol & Library of Congress

Small-Group Guided Tour inside US Capitol & Library of Congress

By Unscripted Tours
9.4 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$138 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Experience Capitol Hill, inside and out, with a guided small-group tour of one of the most powerful areas in the world, including reserved entry to the US Capitol and The Library of Congress. See where the United States' laws are made, visit one of the largest collections of books in the world, and learn the history of the Supreme Court and of its current operations.

Activity location

  • U.S. Capitol
    • East Capitol St NE & First St SE,
    • 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 10 First St SE
    • 10 First Street Southeast
    • 20003, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Capitol Hill Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Capitol Hill Tour

Language options: English
Price details
AU$137.69 x 1 AdultAU$137.69
Total
Price is AU$137.69

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included3-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill in Washington DC
  • What's includedWhat's includedSmall-Group (less than 20 guests) for a more personalised experience
  • What's includedWhat's includedView part of Thomas Jefferson’s original collection of over 6,000 books
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to the Library of Congress
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission inside the US Capitol Building
  • What's includedWhat's includedReserved access to a Capitol guide led tour of historic areas of the Capitol
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please review voucher information after booking as it provides a detailed list of items banned from the Capitol and many other federal buildings. Possession of these items will result in non-admission to the building.
  • Tour runs approximately 3 hours
  • Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes before tour start time. Tour begins exactly at stated time, entry to buildings are on timed reservations, and group must enter security together, therefore we are unable to accommodate for late arrivals.
  • Closest Metro stop: Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines) - Exit station using main exit, walk approximately two blocks north on First Street SE.
  • The US Capitol and its surrounding complex are in a secure federal operation area and nearby parking is highly restricted. The nearest public parking is located at Union Station approximately .5 mile from meeting location. Alternative modes of transport are highly encouraged.

Activity itinerary

U.S. Capitol
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. The Senate and the House of Representatives have met here for more than two centuries. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored; today, it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government. Enjoy a reserved tour of the rotunda, crypt, and old house chambers led by a US Capitol Guide.
Library of Congress
  • 45m
Experience a guided tour of one of the most beautiful buildings in Washington, DC as you view the main reading room, a portion of Thomas Jefferson's original library, and the Great Hall. Learn about the library's history and current operations, and how you can access the resources within its collection.
Supreme Court (Pass by)
Learn about the history and inner workings of the highest court in the land as you visit the Supreme Court. Your guide will share the the storey of the birth of the Supreme Court up to current cases and what they mean. *does not enter the building

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESU.S. Capitol
    • East Capitol St NE & First St SE,
    • 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE10 First St SE
    • 10 First Street Southeast
    • 20003, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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