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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:
DC in a Day Tour from $62.95
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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Mt. Vernon/Arlington Tour from $82.95
The Mt Vernon / Arlington Tour offers Washington DC visitors a rich look into the history of our nation as you explore over a dozen landmarks throughout Mt Vernon, Arlington and DC proper.
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Bike and Roll Bicycle Rental from $34.95
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 $47.95
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:
Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour from $42.95
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 After Dark from $46.95
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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Washington Photo Safari Full Day from $146.95
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 $86.95
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 $34.95
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 $47.95
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:
Old Town Trolley Narrated Tour from $42.95
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.

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Location:
U.S. Capitol
100 Constitution Ave NE
Washington, DC

Hotels Near U.S. Capitol
Liaison Hotel
0.3 miles   Make Reservations
Mandarin Oriental
0.4 miles   Make Reservations
Holiday Inn Capitol
0.8 miles   Make Reservations
Red Roof Inn
0.9 miles   Make Reservations
Embassy Suites Washington D.C.
1.3 miles   Make Reservations
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TOUR PRICES
DC in a Day Tour $62.95*
Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour $42.95*
Old Town Trolley Narrated Tour $42.95*
DC After Dark $46.95*
Mt. Vernon/Arlington Tour $82.95*
Washington Photo Safari Full Day $146.95*
Washington Photo Safari Half Day $86.95*
Bike and Roll Bicycle Rental $34.95*
Bike the Sites Guided Bike Tour of Washington, DC $47.95*
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