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BIG 3 Capitol Hill Landmarks Tour: Capitol, Library, & Court

Washington DC, USAby Cornerstone Tours

  • 4 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 100 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Discover the "Big 3" of Capitol Hill on this guided walking tour of Washington DC's most iconic government landmarks: the US Capitol, the Library of Congress, and the Supreme Court, all in one unforgettable experience. With reserved timed-entry tickets included, skip the long lines and step inside the US Capitol Building to admire the Rotunda, National Statuary Hall, and Capitol Visitor Center. Marvel at the breathtaking Thomas Jefferson Building at the Library of Congress, see the priceless Gutenberg Bible, and gaze into the historic Main Reading Room. Stand before the majestic Supreme Court and explore its interior. Led by an expert local guide, you'll hear the stories, history, and secrets behind American democracy. Perfect for history lovers, families, and first-time visitors to Washington DC. This is a small-group tour with a maximum of 10 travelers per group, ensuring a personal, intimate experience with plenty of time for questions. Book your Capitol Hill tour today!

What's included

  • Entry to the U.S. Supreme Court interior
  • Timed entry tickets to the U.S. Capitol
  • View the Gutenberg Bible
  • Docent-led tour of the Capitol Rotunda
  • Visit the Main Reading Room
  • Visit to the Capitol Visitor Center
  • Timed entry tickets to the Library of Congress
  • Exploration of the Jefferson Library
  • Exploration of the Capitol's exterior

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

      20 min

      Your tour begins at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, the grand underground gateway to the Capitol. Located beneath the East Front plaza, it features Emancipation Hall, exhibits on the history of Congress, a original plaster model of the Statue of Freedom, and where your guide checks in your reserved-entry tickets before you head into the Capitol itself.

    2. 2

      Library of Congress

      1 hour

      Step inside the Library of Congress with your reserved-entry tickets included. Explore the breathtaking Thomas Jefferson Building, one of the most beautiful interiors in Washington, DC, with its ornate ceilings, grand staircases and stained glass. See the priceless Gutenberg Bible on display, and look down into the domed Main Reading Room from the visitor overlook as your guide shares the story of the world's largest library.

    3. 3

      Stop 3

      1.5 hours

      Enter the US Capitol Building with your reserved-entry tickets included. Stand beneath the soaring dome in the magnificent Capitol Rotunda, surrounded by historic paintings and statues, then continue into National Statuary Hall and the Crypt. Your guide shares the stories of American democracy, landmark legislation, and the art and architecture that fill this working home of Congress.

    4. 4

      Supreme Court

      45 min

      Stand before the majestic marble facade of the Supreme Court of the United States, the highest court in the nation. No tickets are required to enter. Your guide explains how the Court works, the landmark cases decided here, and the meaning behind the famous "Equal Justice Under Law" inscription. Explore the Great Hall and, when the Court is not in session, look inside the historic Supreme Court Chamber (courtroom) where the nine Justices hear oral arguments.

    Meeting and pickup

    Your guide will text you 2 hours 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.

    End point

    The tour concludes inside the US Capitol building so that you can continue to explore on your own!

    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
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

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

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