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Washington DC Capitol Hill Walking Tour 2 hr

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

Explore the U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress on a guided Washington DC Capitol Hill walk, with a museum visit on Mondays.

About this tour

Step into the heart of American government on a Washington DC Capitol Hill walking tour, where landmark architecture and the workings of Congress come into view. Over two hours, a live guide shares stories of the neighborhood’s political history as you walk past the Supreme Court, Senate offices, the Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, and other notable sites.

With entry included, explore the U.S. Capitol’s Rotunda, Crypt, and historic chambers, including National Statuary Hall. The route also takes you to the Library of Congress’s Thomas Jefferson Building, where you can see Thomas Jefferson’s original library, the ornate Great Hall, and views of the Main Reading Room. The Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, when the tour visits the Capitol Museum instead.

This Washington DC Capitol Hill walking tour pairs guided context with access to some of the city’s most celebrated civic spaces. Bring your curiosity, arrive ready to walk, and discover the stories behind the landmarks that shape the nation’s capital.

Highlights

  • Explore the Capitol Rotunda, Crypt, and historic chambers
  • Admire the ornate Great Hall at the Library of Congress
  • See Thomas Jefferson’s original library and the Main Reading Room
  • Pass the Supreme Court, Senate offices, and Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
  • Hear how Congress works and discover Capitol Hill’s political history

What's included

Included

  • 2-hour guided Capitol Hill walking tour
  • Entry to the U.S. Capitol building
  • Entry to the Library of Congress, or the Capitol Museum on Mondays

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Important information

  • Meet across the street from the Supreme Court at 1 First Street NE for 8 a.m. tours
  • Arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts
  • The Library of Congress is closed on Mondays; the tour visits the Capitol Museum instead
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
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  • Strollers are permitted; service animals are allowed, but other animals are not permitted
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended; not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation is available nearby

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the tour?

The 2-hour guided walking tour includes U.S. Capitol entry and entry to the Library of Congress, or the Capitol Museum on Mondays.

What happens on Mondays?

The Library of Congress is closed on Mondays, so the tour visits the Capitol Museum instead.

Where do 8 A.M. Tours meet?

Meet across the street from the Supreme Court at 1 First Street NE. Arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.

Is the tour suitable for infants?

Infants must sit on an adult’s lap. Strollers are permitted.

Are animals allowed?

Service animals are allowed, but other animals are not permitted on tours.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.21 from 73 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.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.1.

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