Capitol Hill in Washington, DC

Old Town Trolley Narrated Tour - Washington D.C.

The White House

See The White House and learn some interesting things on your Old Town Trolley Narrated Tour.

Capitol Hill is a must-see for any trip to Washington DC. Capitol Hill is an expansive government complex that not only stands as a symbol of our country's rich history but also is a modern and vibrant sign of democracy in action. Capitol Hill features six congressional office buildings, three Library of Congress buildings, as well as the meeting chambers for the US Senate and the US House of Representatives.

If you're planning a visit to this expansive landmark, there are a number of tours you can take that will make your visit more convenient and informative. The Old Town Trolley Narrated Tour takes you on a two hour circuit around the nation's capital, making 17 stops at hot attractions throughout the city. You can hop off the trolley at any of the stops that interest you and explore that attraction to your satisfaction before boarding the trolley again and continuing the tour. Just some of the stops the trolley makes in addition to Capitol Hill are the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington National Cathedral, the White House, and more.

Once you're at Capitol Hill, you can take a free guided tour of the grounds and buildings. Tickets for the guided tour are available at the Capital Guide Service kiosk and are available on a first come, first serve basis. Tours run during business hours on Monday through Saturday.

There are a number of other tours that take you by Capitol Hill without stopping. These include the DC In A Day Tour, the Mt Vernon/ Arlington Tour, and the Bike the Sites Guided Bike Tour of Washington DC.

You can also make your tour of Capitol Hill more convenient by choosing lodging close by. There are a number of great hotels located within walking distance of Capitol Hill. These include the Liaison Hotel, the Mandarin Oriental, the Holiday Inn Capitol, and the Red Roof Inn.

With Capitol Hill's large size, rich historical significance, and current relevance, this is a site that you will want to spend several hours exploring to fully appreciate the site's importance. With the tours available and lodging options nearby, your visit to Capitol Hill will be a memorable one!