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Washington DC Capitol Hill and Bus Tour 3 hr

TourTruth score 6.0 out of 10

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  • Washington DC
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Explore Capitol Hill on foot, then ride an air-conditioned bus past Washington, DC landmarks including the White House and Lincoln Memorial.

About this tour

Explore the landmarks and stories of the nation’s capital on a Washington DC Capitol Hill and bus tour. Begin with a guided walk through the heart of Capitol Hill, visiting the grounds of the U.S. Capitol, the Library of Congress, and the Supreme Court. Along the way, hear about life in Washington and pause for photos at some of the city’s most recognizable sites.

Then board an air-conditioned bus for a narrated city tour past landmarks including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and more. This combination of walking and riding offers a closer look at Capitol Hill alongside a comfortable overview of Washington, DC. The tour lasts three hours and includes a live English-speaking guide. Hotel pickup and lunch are not included, so plan your arrival at the meeting point across from the Supreme Court.

Choose this Washington DC Capitol Hill and bus tour for a lively introduction to the city’s history and landmark architecture. Bring your camera and get ready to see the capital from both the sidewalk and the road.

Highlights

  • Explore Capitol Hill on a guided walking tour
  • See the Library of Congress, U.S. Capitol grounds, and Supreme Court
  • Ride an air-conditioned bus past the White House and Lincoln Memorial
  • Capture photos at notable Washington, DC landmarks

What's included

Included

  • 1-hour walking tour of Capitol Hill, including the Library of Congress, U.S. Capitol, and Supreme Court
  • Air-conditioned bus tour of Washington, DC landmarks
  • Access to the grounds of the U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress, and Supreme Court
  • Photo opportunities throughout Washington, DC

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Restroom on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Meet across the street from the Supreme Court at 1 First Street NE for the 8 a.m. tour
  • Arrive no later than 7:45 a.m.
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended
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  • Service animals are allowed, but other animals are not permitted on tours
  • Optional tour or ticket upgrades are subject to availability; ask the guide or driver at check-in
  • Washington Monument ticket times are typically 3:30 p.m. but may vary; follow the time on your ticket

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour meet?

For the 8 a.m. tour, meet across the street from the Supreme Court at 1 First Street NE and arrive by 7:45 a.m.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 3 hours.

What landmarks are included?

The tour visits Capitol Hill, the Library of Congress, the U.S. Capitol grounds, and the Supreme Court, then travels by bus past sites including the White House and Lincoln Memorial.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Are animals allowed?

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

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.61 on Viator and 4.56 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
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  • 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 6.0.

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