Vernon provided an amazing and in-depth tour. Very personable with a lot of stories, knowledge and history, and a great sense of humor. You’ll definitely enjoy your afternoon with him..





Explore Capitol Hill on a fully guided 3-hour tour, featuring reserved entry to both the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress. Walk through the historic Rotunda and National Statuary Hall, marvel at the artifacts within the Library, and discover the hidden underground tunnels connecting these iconic landmarks. Led by an expert local historian, this immersive experience allows you to bypass long lines and delve into the rich history of America’s legislative heart. - Reserved entry tickets to the U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress - Visit the Supreme Court and explore underground tunnels - Small group options for a more personalized experience - Duration: 3 hours, meeting at 1 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $369.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Step inside the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress, widely considered one of the most beautiful public buildings in the United States. As the largest library in the world, this Gilded Age architectural masterpiece is a true monument to human knowledge.
Here is an engaging description for the United States Capitol, tailored perfectly for your "Washington DC: Capitol Hill Guided Tour with Entry Tickets" listing: United States Capitol Description Discover the epicenter of American democracy with an immersive visit to the United States Capitol, one of the most architecturally impressive and historically significant buildings in the world. As you step beneath its iconic cast-iron dome, your guide will navigate you through the storied halls where the nation's laws are made. Highlights of your interior visit will include the awe-inspiring Rotunda, adorned with masterful frescoes and historical paintings, the intriguing crypt originally built for George Washington, and the National Statuary Hall.
Stand before the majestic marble columns of the Supreme Court of the United States, the ultimate arbiter of American law. Known affectionately as the "Marble Palace," this awe-inspiring neoclassical temple was designed to reflect the profound dignity and authority of the judicial branch.
We explore the sprawling grounds of the Capitol complex, we'll pass by the impressive Senate and House Office Buildings—the true engines of American legislation.
As we journey through the heart of the nation's capital, we'll take in the sweeping, iconic vistas of the National Mall. Affectionately known as "America's Front Yard," this historic, tree-lined expanse stretches all the way from the steps of the Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial.
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Washington DC Capitol Hill Guided Tour with Entry Tickets lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $69 per person for this Washington DC experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $369. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 1:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Your esteemed tour guide will be waiting to welcome you at the bottom of the front steps of the Supreme Court, near the sidewalk. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 154 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Empire Tours - DC.
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Vernon provided an amazing and in-depth tour. Very personable with a lot of stories, knowledge and history, and a great sense of humor. You’ll definitely enjoy your afternoon with him..
Great experience. Guide was extremely knowledgeable and professional.
Vernon was a wealth of knowledge and very engaging. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the Congress and Congressional library. Perfect way to start my first visit to DC! Thank you, Vernon!
Vernon was incredibly knowledgeable and fun to engage with.
Vernon was such a great tour guide, lots of really interesting insights and a brilliant historian!
Personal experience stories were deeply moving and appreciated, made everything very special.
We had a great guided tour with Vernon, who shared some very interesting facts about each of the sights. Highly recommended!!
One of the best guided tours ever…….informative and entertaining. Vernon, our guide could not have been more welcoming and his own experience working at the Capitol gave real meaning to the stories he shared with us.
Wasn’t sure what to expect but was excellent. The guide, Vernon, added his own twist to the tour which was great.
Very interesting tour, the guide Vernon was excellent!
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