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Washington DC Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Tour 2.5 hr

TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10

GoodTop 30% in Washington DC

200 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Walk Capitol Hill with a private guide, hear Washington’s story, and receive House and/or Senate passes at the end of this 2.5-hour tour.

About this tour

Discover the institutions at the heart of the nation on a 2.5-hour Washington DC Capitol Hill walking tour. With a guide focused on your group, follow the city’s story from its beginnings as a swamp to its role as the capital of one of the world’s most influential nations.

Walk among Capitol Hill landmarks, including the Supreme Court and Library of Congress, while hearing about the politics and history that shaped Washington. The Capitol Building tour itself is not included, but your guide provides passes to the House and/or Senate at the end of the walk for unguided entry. The route may change during national celebrations, and the Supreme Court can close without notice. The tour runs rain or shine; comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing will help you enjoy the walk.

Meet outside Capitol South Metro station at 1st and C Street, then experience Washington DC Capitol Hill with a guide who brings its landmarks and history into focus.

Highlights

  • Trace Washington DC’s evolution from swamp to national capital
  • Explore Capitol Hill, the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress with a guide
  • Receive House and Senate entry passes at the end of the tour

What's included

Included

  • Private tour guide, except for the semi-private option
  • Guided walking tour
  • House and/or Senate entry passes provided by the guide at the end of the tour

Not included

  • Capitol Building tour
  • Guided access to the House and Senate
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Wheelchair accessible route, transportation options and surfaces
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Moderate physical fitness recommended
  • Provide a mobile phone number with country code
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  • Tour operates in all weather; dress appropriately
  • National celebrations may change the route; no refunds or discounts are offered for these changes
  • Large bags and suitcases are not allowed
  • Comfortable shoes, water, an umbrella in rain and a summer hat are recommended
  • Some attractions may not be visited inside due to security measures
  • The Supreme Court may close without notice
  • Meet outside Capitol South Metro station at 1st and C Street

Frequently asked questions

Is the Capitol Building tour included?

No. The tour does not include a Capitol Building visit.

Are House and Senate passes included?

The guide provides House and/or Senate entry passes at the end of the tour. Entry is unguided.

Is the tour private?

The tour is private unless you select the semi-private option.

Does the tour run in bad weather?

Yes. It operates in all weather conditions, so dress appropriately.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet outside Capitol South Metro station at 1st and C Street.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.84 from 200 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Washington DC
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.5. Top 30% in Washington DC means it ranks in the top 30% of tours in Washington DC by this score.

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