Capitol Hill Exclusive Tour: Supreme Court Exploration

Embark on a private guided walking tour of Capitol Hill, exploring the Supreme Court and other iconic buildings. Discover the history and politics of Washington DC, with entry passes to the House and Senate included.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Supreme Court - Just east of the Capitol, you’ll find the U.S. Supreme Court, the highest court in the land. Completed in 1935, you can admire its stunning exterior and delve into its rich history and traditions.
  • Library of Congress - Next, you’ll visit the Library of Congress, the official research library for the U.S. Congress and the national library of the United States. As the oldest federal cultural institution in the country, the 1897 Thomas Jefferson Building showcases Italian-Renaissance architecture. One of the main highlights inside is the magnificent circular main reading room with its 160-foot ceiling.
  • U.S. Capitol Visitor Center - Within the Capitol, you’ll find the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, a large underground addition to the Capitol complex. It serves as a gathering point for up to 4,000 tourists and provides additional space for the U.S. Congress. Here, you’ll learn about the unique characteristics of the House, the Senate, and the U.S. legislative process, as well as the history and architectural development of the Capitol.

Our guide will conclude the tour by providing access passes and information about security protocols for the visitor galleries of the current chambers of the House of Representatives and/or the Senate, which you can explore at your leisure.

Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes for the House & Senate (unguided).

  • US House of Representatives - Entry is provided; visit on your own.
  • U.S. Capitol - Admission ticket; explore on your own.
What's Included
  • Exclusive Tour Guide
  • All-Weather Tour
  • Guided Walking Experience
  • 2.5-Hour Duration
  • Entrance Passes to Governmental Chambers
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)
Additional Information

Embark on a 2.5-hour personal walking tour guided only by your private escort, exploring the edifices and establishments that shape this metropolis. Delve into discussions about politics and history, tracing the transformation of Washington DC from a mere marshland to the hub of one of the world’s most powerful countries. A tour of the Capitol Building IS NOT INCLUDED. However, we do offer entry tickets to the House & Senate which you can explore at your leisure after the tour concludes (self-guided).

  • 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 can’t be visited from the inside.
Location
Capitol South Station
First Street Southeast
Meet outside of Capitol South metro station at 1st and C street  SE Capitol South Metro Station
Cancellation Policy

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

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Press_i
Jul 30, 2024
Awesome - Rebecca was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She was an excellent guide. We highly recommend her.
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Marypanke
Jul 25, 2024
Time flies when you’re having fun! - Our guide was very companionable and well-versed in the highlights of Capitol Hill. From political history to location, layout, architecture, exteriors / interiors of this renowned seat of government. A good storyteller, well-paced, keeping us on-schedule, allowing time for lingering in exhibits without losing any of the group. Really appreciated that we had swift, pre-arranged timed entries, breezing past long queues of tourists lined up for tickets or passes. A great experience!!
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Stephen_g
Jul 12, 2024
Great Guide - Maribeth was friendly and knowledgeable. Very professional tour with great information and timing. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Manuel_g
Jul 12, 2024
Awesome experience - Maribeth, was great. Very knowledgeable and insightful. The tour at the library of congress was awesome, she gave good background history, and the meaning behind the structure architecture of the building.
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Karlf147
Jul 2, 2024
Great tour - Amanda was amazing and very informative . My daughter and I both had a great time and would recommend to anyone. The tour ticked all the boxes
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Jousett_s
Jun 29, 2024
Great Tour - Tour of the Library of Congress. Dissappointed that we did not see the inside of the Supreme Court. Tour guide Christine was wonderful.
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Sylvie_i
Jun 18, 2024
Touring DC - Our guide Maribeth is outstanding. She’s experienced and shared her valuable knowledge with the group
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Christine_r
Jun 14, 2024
Thank you for a wonderful... - Thank you for a wonderful tour. Maribeth is so knowledgeable and helpful. We would highly recommend in the future
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Beachbumm8
Jun 13, 2024
Great DC tour! Great guide! - Great tour! Our guide Maribeth has been in DC for decades! She is very kind, intelligent and knowledgeable! She was able to skillfully maneuver around the crowds in order to get us in the best possible position at all of the places that we visited. Without her we would have been in line for long periods and not seen nearly as much. Maribeth made it an adventure! It was fun and worthwhile!
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Hyrine_m
Jun 22, 2024
waste of money - Late start, didnt able to go to the supreme court. something was going on. Tour guide was nice but didnt able to show us where is the house of representatives gallery. Wasnt impress waste of money
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