Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Exclusive Tour
- Duration2h 30m
- Max Travelers12 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryCity Tours, Excellent Quality
Overview
Visit the buildings and institutions that define this city during a 2.5-hour private guided walking tour with just you and your guide. We’ll talk politics and history as we trace Washington DC’s evolution from a swamp to the capital of one of the world’s most influential nations.
Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate at the end of the tour (unguided)
What's Not included
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate (unguided)
Itinerary
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 Courtu2019s stunning exterior whilst learn about all the history and tradition tied to it.nDisclaimer: The Supreme Court of the United States is a public institution and may close without prior notice.
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.
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. nnOur guide will end the tour providing access passes (and information about security protocols) for the visitoru2019s galleries of the current chambers for the House of Representatives and or the Senate, to be seen at your leisure.nnTour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate (unguided)
Entry is provided, visit on your own
Admission ticket, explore on your own,
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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 canu2019t be visited from the inside.
Disclaimer: The Supreme Court of the United States is a public institution and may close without prior notice.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.