Washington, D.C. Capitol Hill Self-Guided Walking Tour

Explore Washington, D.C.’s seat of government on a Capitol Hill Self-Guided Walking Tour, where landmark architecture and stories of American history unfold at your own pace. The route features 14 stops, including the U.S. Botanic Garden, Library of Congress, Folger Shakespeare Library, and Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, with more than four hours of audio narration along the way.

Start at Spirit of Justice Park, next to Capitol South Metro station, and follow turn-by-turn guidance as GPS-triggered audio plays at each stop. Hear about the women’s suffrage movement and other chapters of the nation’s story, with the freedom to pause, rewind, or replay whenever you like. There’s no fixed start time, and downloaded audio works offline, so you can explore without relying on a data connection. The experience is wheelchair accessible, and service animals are allowed.

Bring your curiosity and discover Washington, D.C. Capitol Hill on a flexible walking tour shaped around your own pace. Download the Shaka Guide app before setting out to access your purchased tour.