U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts

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A grand neoclassical building with a central entrance, flanked by large columns, and a person standing at the base of the steps. 2

U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts

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Overview

Experience American democracy on this 2-hour guided Capitol Hill tour with entry to the U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress (guests will visit the Capitol Museum on Mondays and 8am tours when Library closed), plus photo stops at the Supreme Court, Senate offices, House of Representative offices and Ulysses S. Grant Memorial.

Inside the U.S. Capitol, join the official guided tour to explore the Crypt, originally intended as George Washington’s burial site, the Rotunda with its historic paintings, the National Statuary Hall, and sometimes the Old Supreme Court or Old Senate Chamber.

Next, enjoy a visit to the Library of Congress’s Jefferson Building, widely considered the most beautiful building in Washington, with timed-entry passes. Highlights include the Gutenberg Bible, the Great Hall, and the Main Reading Room with panoramic overlooks.

This tour delivers a complete experience of Capitol Hill, combining history, architecture, and unforgettable photo opportunities in one tour.

Activity location

U.S. Capitol
- East Capitol St NE & First St SE,
- 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Supreme Court of the United States
- 1 First Street Northeast
- 20543, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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11:30am Capitol + Library

2h
English

Monday Tours: Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, travelers will instead spend extra time at US Capitol and visit the Capitol Museum.
U.S Capitol + Library Congress: 2-Hour Capitol Hill Walking Tour with Admission into both the U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Buildings.
Starting point:
United States Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 11:30

Price details

P 4,859.76 x 1 AdultP 4,859.76

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Activity itinerary

United States Botanic Garden (Pass by)

Guests meet directly across the street from the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory, one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America, founded by Congress in 1820, located at 100 Maryland Avenue SW.

U.S. Capitol

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

Inside the U.S. Capitol: Guests go through security, have a short break, watch the orientation film, and then join the official guided tour with headsets. Typical rooms include the Crypt, Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall; sometimes the Old Supreme Court or Old Senate Chambers. The Rotunda fresco “The Apotheosis of Washington” is 180 feet above the floor; the Crypt was originally intended for Washington’s burial. *The government has the right to close or to cancel any tour inside the US Capitol without advanced notice to us.

Library of Congress

20m
Admission ticket included

Library of Congress (self-guided after Capitol): After being escorted to the tunnel, guests use timed-entry passes to walk straight into the Jefferson Building, widely considered the most beautiful building in Washington. Highlights include: – The Gutenberg Bible – 1 of only 3 perfect vellum copies in existence. – The Great Hall – a soaring Italian Renaissance-style atrium with marble columns, mosaics, gold leaf, and murals by leading artists. – The Main Reading Room – viewed from upper observation deck, this is the iconic circular reading room seen in countless films. – Putti and carvings – cherubic figures representing arts and sciences line the balustrades – Architectural firsts – the Jefferson Building was the first public building in DC designed for electric lighting and one of the first to use a comprehensive climate-control system.

Supreme Court

10m
Admission ticket not included

Pass by the Supreme Court building

Peace Monument (Pass by)

Peace Monument/Peace Circle – commemorates naval deaths of the Civil War; figures “Grief” and “History."

Ulysses S. Grant Memorial (Pass by)

One of the largest equestrian statues in the world; sculptor took 20 years to complete

Capitol Hill (Pass by)

2-hour Morning guided walking tour through Capitol Hill

Senate and House Office Buildings (Pass by)

Pass by the Senate and House office buildings and learn about the workings of Congress. Your guide will share insights into the history, architecture, and role these iconic buildings play in shaping American legislation.

Location

Activity location

U.S. Capitol
- East Capitol St NE & First St SE,
- 20004, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Supreme Court of the United States
- 1 First Street Northeast
- 20543, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
United States Botanic Garden
- 100 Maryland Avenue Southwest
- 20001, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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