DC: US Capitol & Library of Congress / Supreme Court Guided Tour

5.0(306)4 hFree cancellationBy Cornerstone Tours

About this activity

Explore the heart of American democracy on Capitol Hill with reserved timed-entry tickets and a guide who knows these halls inside and out. We reserve every ticket in advance, so you skip the planning and go straight to the history.

Choose your option:

US Capitol & Library of Congress (3 hrs, up to 15): Tour the Jefferson Building's Main Reading Room, Gutenberg Bible, and Jefferson's library, then the Capitol Rotunda, crypt, and Statuary Hall.

US Capitol & Supreme Court (3 hrs, up to 15): Start at the Supreme Court, then the Capitol Visitor Center, film, and docent-led Capitol tour.

BIG 3 Capitol Hill Landmarks (4 hrs, up to 15): All three landmarks on one guided tour, Tuesday–Friday.

Upgrade any tour to PRIVATE for just your group (the 45-minute Capitol docent portion is shared).

Note: the Library of Congress is closed Mondays and the Supreme Court is closed weekends.

Perfect for first-time DC visitors, history buffs, families, and school groups.

What's included

✓Reserved Entry to the U.S. Capitol (all options)
✓entry to the Supreme Court (varies by option)
✓Languages Offered: English
✓Expert Tour Guide
✓Reserved Entry to the Library of Congress (varies by option)
✓Maximum of 15 guests

Not included

✕some buildings are excluded from some options, make sure to review your selection!

Meeting and pickup

Your guide will text you an hour before your tour and meet you on the sidewalk at the corner of 2nd St NE and East Capitol St NE, just outside Florida House. Kindly remain outside of Florida House as this is an active state embassy.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No outside food or drink
No bags larger than 18" wide x 14" high x 8.5" deep
Please review prohibited items: https://www.visitthecapitol.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/prohibited-items

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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