U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC
Visit the centerpiece of the United States government at the remarkable United States Capitol. This impressive structure houses the meeting chambers of the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives and has seen unbelievable destruction, reconstruction and expansion since 1793. The entire Capitol Hill complex consists of the Capitol, six congressional office buildings and three Library of Congress buildings. More than three million visitors from around the world visit Capitol Hill each year to explore the living museum of American history and see American democracy at work.
The building itself covers four acres with a floor area of more than 16 acres. More than 540 rooms, 658 windows and 850 doorways can be found in the building, which is divided into five levels. The most notable is the second floor, which houses the chambers of the Senate and House of Representatives, as well as three public areas. The most popular is the Rotunda, a circular space that features a painting and sculpture gallery. Tours of the building are available Monday through Saturday, and free tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Capitol Guide Service kiosk. The following tours visit U.S. Capitol:
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All Day Washington, DC Interior Buildings Tour
from $54.95
This all-day tour will take you to some of the area's most popular monuments and museums, such as National Air and Space Museum, the Smithsonian Institute, the Capitol Building, the FBI Building, and the Library of Congress among various other stops along the tour.
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Two Day Grand Tour
from $102.95
This two day adventure will whisk you away to see and experience over 26 different historic sites, monuments, and world-renowned landmarks like the White House Visitor's Center, Ford's Theater, Petersen House, World War II Memorial, American History Museum, U.
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Bike and Roll Bicycle Rental
from $39.95
Coast through the streets of Washington DC, passing many historic landmarks, monuments, and attractions such as Washington Monument, The Reflecting Pool, the White House and more along your way with the Bike and Roll DC as you view the city at your will without the rigid structure of a tour group.
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Bike the Sites Guided Bike Tour of Washington, DC
from $44.95
Explore the sights and sounds of Washington DC with the Monuments Tour, Capital Sites Tour, or Sites at Night where you bike from 4-8 miles with your guide explaining the importances and fun facts of the different highlighted sites along the way.
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The following tours drive by U.S. Capitol:
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Monuments by Moonlight Night Trolley Tour
from $36.95
When the sun goes down, Washington DC turns into a different city, and Old Town Trolley Tours knows just the right way to show off the Capital City at night, making stops over a 2 1/2 hour period at the FDR Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial, Korean War Veteran's Memorial, and the Iwo Jima Memorial, allowing you to see these sights in a different light.
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DC, Embassy Row, and Arlington Cemetery Tour
from $44.95
This tour allows you to stop and pay tribute at many of the landmarks and memorials in Washington DC, as well as view some of the most popular buildings and sites in our Nation's Capital from the comfort of a luxurious motor coach, over the course of four hours, you'll be treated to the sights of the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial and the Marine Corps Memorial, then it's off to Arlington Cemetery where you can witness the historic Changing of the Guard, Tomb of the Unknowns, and the famous Kennedy Gravesites.
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Mount Vernon / Washington After Dark Combo Tour
from $74.95
Embark on a daytime adventure to explore the Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens to see the home of President George Washington, and as it gets dark, journey back to Washington DC to see the many historic monuments and sites such as The Reflecting Pool, Lincoln Memorial, and more sparkle and shine in the night sky.
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Washington After Dark Tour
from $49.95
As the lights go down in DC, this three hour journey will take you to see the most popular monuments and buildings, such as the Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial among others, truly shine when they are lit up with their own special spotlights.
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Colonial Williamsburg Tour
from $99.95
Journey back in time to the 18th century with this all-day tour that offers the sights and sounds of Colonial Williamsburg with traditional architecture, period furnishings, sprawling gardens and more as you explore this historic community.
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Washington Photo Safari Full Day
from $133.95
With a renowned professional photographer at your side, you'll visit some of the most visually pleasing points in the city and receive helpful instruction and tips that will improve your photography skills immensely as you catch some of the monuments like the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and more on film during your full day instructional.
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Washington Photo Safari Half Day
from $78.95
Combine a tour of Washington, DC's top landmarks and buildings with professional instruction in the world of photography on this half-day Washington Photo Safari and get the ultimate Washington DC experience caught on film.
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Bike and Roll Bicycle Rental
from $39.95
Coast through the streets of Washington DC, passing many historic landmarks, monuments, and attractions such as Washington Monument, The Reflecting Pool, the White House and more along your way with the Bike and Roll DC as you view the city at your will without the rigid structure of a tour group.
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Bike the Sites Guided Bike Tour of Washington, DC
from $44.95
Explore the sights and sounds of Washington DC with the Monuments Tour, Capital Sites Tour, or Sites at Night where you bike from 4-8 miles with your guide explaining the importances and fun facts of the different highlighted sites along the way.
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U.S. Capitol is a Tour Stop / Pick Up for the following tours:
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Old Town Trolley Narrated Tour
from $36.95
All aboard for fun in the nation's capital as you sit back while expert tour guides help you discover the beauty and majesty of Washington DC with a two hour adventure covering Washington's major attractions such as the Lincoln Memorial, Georgetown, Washington National Cathedral, the White House, the museums of the Smithsonian Institution and Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.
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We also offer a detail of most tour stops, drive bys and visits with our Tour Connections page.
Events at U.S. Capitol
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Celebrate our nation's Independence Day at the nation's capital with fireworks, a parade, concerts, and more.
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Location:
U.S. Capitol
100 Constitution Ave NE
Washington, DC
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