US Capitol & Supreme Court Express Guided Tour with Entry
Description
Experience the thrill of Capitol Hill like an insider! Enjoy a conversational, engaging experience—no megaphones or boring lectures here. Your adventure begins at the awe-inspiring Supreme Court. Discover the inner workings of the highest tribunal in the land through highly entertaining storytelling. Instead of a boring lecture, your guide will bring the highest court in the land to life through gripping, entertaining stories of legendary justices, fierce rivalries, and the landmark cases that changed America! Explore the majestic Marble Palace and feel the energy of the room where history is made. Afterward, your guide will lead you through the hidden treasures of the Capitol Museum. To top it all off, we’ve handled the hard part: you’ll receive guaranteed, pre-reserved passes for the official U.S. Capitol tour. Bypass the planning headache and walk straight into the breathtaking Rotunda and historic Crypt!
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Itinerary
Meet your guide in front of the iconic Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building at the Neptune fountain. Enjoy epic views and photo ops as you learn the history of Capitol Hill.
Step inside the highest court in the land to discover its rich history and inner workings. As you explore the magnificent building, you'll gain fascinating context through the lens of landmark cases and view the actual courtroom where every Supreme Court case has been argued since 1935.
Explore the treasures of the Capitol Museum with a guided tour, learn the history of the US Capitol, and about the key historical figures honored in the statue collection before joining the Capitol led tour of the historical areas.
The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. The Senate and the House of Representatives have met here for more than two centuries. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored; today, it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government. Enjoy a reserved tour of the rotunda, crypt, and old house chambers led by a US Capitol Guide.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please review voucher information after booking as it provides a detailed list of items banned from the Capitol and many other federal buildings. Possession of these items will result in non-admission to the building.
- Closest Metro stop: Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines) - Exit station using main exit, walk approximately two blocks north on First Street SE.
- Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes before tour start time. Tour begins exactly at stated time, entry to buildings are on timed reservations, and group must enter security together, therefore we are unable to accommodate for late arrivals.
- The US Capitol and its surrounding complex are in a secure federal operation area and nearby parking is highly restricted. The nearest public parking is located at Union Station approximately .5 mile from meeting location. Alternative modes of transportation are highly encouraged.
Reviews(21)
Was not sure what to expect. First time in Washington D.C. and first paid tour. This exceeded all expectations and Evelyn my tour guide was the best. She was very fun and enthusiastic about American history. She did a great job including everyone in the tour. 10/10 would book again and only with her. Wish I had the funds to leave a tip. She was worth atleast an extra 100 everyday.
Dash was good.. His humorous approach was commendable but needs to be tempered by the more important task... giving visitors more detailed historical information... people want to come away with knowing more personal details about the history of our political and judicial figures without the distraction of zany humor, after all.. its a mature crowd not kids.
Meg was very knowledgeable about both the Capital and the Supreme Court. Pace was great, and information invaluable!
Thanks for joining us on a tour of the US Supreme Court and US Capitol! I am glad to hear you found the pace great, information valuable, and Meg knowledgeable.
Meg was a great tour guide! Would recommend this tour. Was probably our favorite tour/museum of the trip.
Amazing and highly recommend. Evelyn was the best!! Even though the trips through the areas was timed, we would have never been able to get the information we did without a tour guide.
Great way to get a glimpse of the Supreme Court and inside the Capitol building with an experienced guide. Mel was our guide and she was awesome!
Meg is fantastic! Thanks for joining us to see the Supreme Court inside and out.
As someone who doesn’t know a lot about the Capitol building, the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress, this tour was very insightful & helpful! My tour guide, Evelyn was very high energy & kind. Even though I ran a little behind, she made me feel very welcomed from once I joined & throughout the entire tour. I would recommend reading the full breakdown description of what is included on this tour as that is why I chose it over other tours that went to the same buildings.
Glad you enjoyed! Evelyn is amazing. We would love to hear what about our offering stood out to you, feel free to reach out at info@unscripted.city
Meg was absolutely fantastic!!! Knowledgeable, engaging with everyone in group, clarity with instructions, confident leader. Loved the tour.
Our guide Meg was very knowledgeable and gave a great tour
The guide was knowledgeable, fun and personable. Made the tour entertaining and worth listening to.
