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By Empire Tours and Productions LLC (DC)

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £41 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
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Overview

    • Exclusive reserved tickets to the US Capitol and Library of Congress
    • Join a docent-led Capitol tour with access to Rotunda, Crypt, and Statuary Hall
    • Discover hidden underground tunnels connecting historic Capitol landmarks
    • Marvel at treasures like Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address & Sound of Music lyrics
    • See the stunning Great Hall and Jefferson’s Library at the Library of Congress

Activity location

    • Washington
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 1 First St NE, Washington, DC 20543, USA | Please meet your guide at the bottom of the front steps of the Supreme Court, near the sidewalk, where your tour guide will be waiting for you. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in. Additional instructions: When looking for the Supreme Court Building, this is easily recognizable by its grand marble façade, large steps, and iconic columns. It is directly east of the U.S. Capitol and across the street from the Library of Congress.
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Washington DC: Capitol Hill Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:30
Price details
£41.44 x 1 Adult£41.44
Total
Price is £41.44

Washington DC: Capitol Hill Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 13:00
Price details
£51.54 x 1 Adult£51.54
Total
Price is £51.54
Until Wed, 7 Oct

PRIVATE Capitol Hill Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Upgrade to a private tour!

Language options: English
Price details
£282.56 x 1 Traveller£282.56
Total
Price is £282.56

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Expert Tour Guide
  • Inclusions
    Reserved entry to the US Capitol for an exclusive docent-guided tour
  • Inclusions
    Reserved Entry and Guided Tour of the Library of Congress (this is closed on Mondays).
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Step into history with our exclusive, reserved-entry walking tour of Capitol Hill, where the storey of American democracy unfolds before your eyes. This 3-hour small-group tour provides an intimate journey through the institutions that have shaped the United States, with guaranteed access to the US Capitol and Library of Congress.

    Begin at the Supreme Court, known as the “Marble Palace” for its stunning white marble design and neoclassical grandeur. Learn about landmark cases that shaped the nation’s history as your guide brings this iconic institution to life.

    Enjoy reserved access to the US Capitol with a docent-led tour, providing rare insight into the heart of American democracy. Explore the Crypt, Rotunda, and Statuary Hall while marvelling at its architecture and hearing captivating stories of its survival during the Burning of Washington and the symbolic placement of the Statue of Freedom atop the dome during the Civil War. This exclusive experience connects you to one of the most significant buildings in the nation.

    Travel through hidden underground tunnels, a rarely seen feature connecting Capitol Hill’s historic landmarks. Originally built to protect lawmakers and ensure seamless operations, these tunnels now offer a fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpse of government operations.

    Conclude at the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world. Admire the ornate Main Hall with its intricate mosaics and sculptures, and explore treasures like Thomas Jefferson’s personal library, the Gutenberg Bible, and Abraham Lincoln’s draft of the Gettysburg Address. Discover rare cultural artefacts, including the original handwritten lyrics from The Sound of Music, James Madison’s crystal flute, and Spider-Man comic artwork by Stan Lee and Steven Ditko. Don’t miss the rotating “Treasures” exhibit, which showcases extraordinary gems that bring the Library to life.

    Please note, The Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, so instead, we’ll visit the US Botanic Garden, home to a stunning glass-domed conservatory, lush tropical canopies, and the elegant First Ladies Water Garden. Plus, we’ll pass the Bartholdi Fountain, a breathtaking work by the Statue of Liberty’s designer, right by the Capitol.

Location

Activity location

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    • Washington
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 1 First St NE, Washington, DC 20543, USA | Please meet your guide at the bottom of the front steps of the Supreme Court, near the sidewalk, where your tour guide will be waiting for you. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in. Additional instructions: When looking for the Supreme Court Building, this is easily recognizable by its grand marble façade, large steps, and iconic columns. It is directly east of the U.S. Capitol and across the street from the Library of Congress.
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States