Stand where laws are made and justice is served on this 2-hour guided walking tour of Capitol Hill, one of the top things to do in Washington, DC. Explore the iconic U.S. Capitol Building and the Supreme Court, two of the most powerful and photographed landmarks in the nation's capital. Your tour includes entry tickets to the official docent-led U.S. Capitol tour, so there's no scrambling for same-day passes. Follow your guide through historic spaces like the soaring Rotunda, National Statuary Hall, and the Crypt, while learning how the legislative branch shapes American government. Then discover the Supreme Court, the highest court in the land. Take in its neoclassical grandeur, hear the stories behind landmark cases, and understand the judicial branch's role in America's system of checks and balances. Perfect for history buffs, first-time visitors, families, students, and anyone who wants to truly understand how Washington, DC works.
In demand: 41 of the next 84 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Standing across from the Capitol, the Supreme Court's marble façade and iconic columns have guarded American justice since 1935. This is where landmark decisions — from Brown v. Board to Roe v. Wade — shaped the nation. Look up at the inscription above the entrance: 'Equal Justice Under Law.' Few phrases carry more weight in American history.
Beneath the Capitol's east plaza lies one of Washington's best kept secrets — a 580,000 square foot underground visitor center that welcomes over 3 million guests a year. This is your gateway to the heart of American democracy, housing exhibition halls, historic artifacts, and the original plaster cast of the Freedom statue that crowns the Capitol dome. Before we head inside, take a moment to look up — that dome took over 10 years to complete and was finished during the Civil War, a deliberate symbol that the Union would endure.
Few buildings on earth carry the weight of this one. The Capitol has housed Congress since 1800, and inside the Rotunda, guests find themselves standing beneath one of the most breathtaking interiors in the world. Nearly 180 feet above, Constantino Brumidi's Apotheosis of Washington — a nearly 5,000 square foot fresco painted in 1865 — watches over all who enter. Eight monumental paintings line the walls, each capturing a defining moment in America's founding story. Designed to inspire awe, the Capitol Rotunda has been doing exactly that for over two centuries.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Washington DC Capitol & Supreme Court Guided Tour lasts about 2h–2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $65 per person for this Washington DC experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 1:30 PM.
Children aged 0–4 pay nothing, adults from $65.
It can: 41 of the next 84 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Your guide will text you an hour 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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We had a fantastic tour with Ryan. He is very knowledgeable with lots of history and fun facts.
A fantastic tour is just what we hope for, so thank you for writing! Ryan has a gift for weaving fun facts into the history, and he will be delighted to hear you enjoyed it. We would love to welcome you back to Cornerstone Tours on your next visit.
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| Washington DC Capitol & Supreme Court Guided Tour | 2h–2h 30min | 5.0 (2) | $65 | |
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