The US Capitol and Library of Congress
See and Learn More with An Expert Guide
Includes Reserved Entry to the US Capitol and Library of Congress!
Highlights include:
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Tour inside the Library of Congress
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Tour inside the US Capitol
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Tour outside the US Supreme Court
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Thomas Jefferson’s original library
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Capitol Rotunda
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Statuary Hall
Join your personal guide in a small group of less than 20 people on this walking tour exploring the seat of 2 federal branches of the US Government and its supporting facilities, known collectively as Capitol Hill.
Meet your guide at the Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, in the famed Capitol Hill.
Explore the architecture of the highest court in the land and learn its history. Discuss the evolution of the US Supreme Court, its current operations, and key historic cases and opinions.
Tour the halls of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building with your guide, where you will learn about the largest public collection of knowledge in the world. Hear stories of the foundation of the library, its connection to founding father Thomas Jefferson, and learn the process for conducting research from their archives.
Continue to the US Capitol grounds and explore the exterior characteristics and artwork that make up the people’s house, while learning its role in the United States republic, both in history and current day operations. Continue inside the Capitol with your guide and reserved entry passes and join a docent lead tour of the rotunda, crypt, old house chambers/statuary hall, and other historic areas of the home of US Congress.
Things to know:
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This tour DOES enter the US Capitol and Library of Congress
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There will be a moderate amount of walking involved. Dress accordingly
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Umbrellas recommended (great for rain or to escape the sun)
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Reservations required
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Meet your guide Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress
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All Weapons are Prohibited
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No Food or Drink is allowed inside the Capitol. Refillable water bottles are allowed.
