US Capitol & Supreme Court Express Guided Tour with Entry
Overview
Experience the thrill of Capitol Hill like an insider! Enjoy a conversational, engaging experience—no megaphones or boring lectures here.
Your adventure begins at the awe-inspiring Supreme Court. Discover the inner workings of the highest tribunal in the land through highly entertaining storytelling. Instead of a boring lecture, your guide will bring the highest court in the land to life through gripping, entertaining stories of legendary justices, fierce rivalries, and the landmark cases that changed America! Explore the majestic Marble Palace and feel the energy of the room where history is made.
Afterward, your guide will lead you through the hidden treasures of the Capitol Museum. To top it all off, we’ve handled the hard part: you’ll receive guaranteed, pre-reserved passes for the official U.S. Capitol tour. Bypass the planning headache and walk straight into the breathtaking Rotunda and historic Crypt!
What's Included
- Small-Group (15 guests or less) for a more personalized experience
- Entry into the Supreme Court and of stories of its history
- Reserved access to a Capitol guide led tour of historic areas of the Capitol
- Professional Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
68 First Street Southeast
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Your guide will provide you with pre-reserved passes to a tour of the historic spaces of the US Capitol
What To Expect
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Capitol Hill
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Supreme Court
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
U.S. Capitol
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please review voucher information after booking as it provides a detailed list of items banned from the Capitol and many other federal buildings. Possession of these items will result in non-admission to the building.
- Closest Metro stop: Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines) - Exit station using main exit, walk approximately two blocks north on First Street SE.
- Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes before tour start time. Tour begins exactly at stated time, entry to buildings are on timed reservations, and group must enter security together, therefore we are unable to accommodate for late arrivals.
- The US Capitol and its surrounding complex are in a secure federal operation area and nearby parking is highly restricted. The nearest public parking is located at Union Station approximately .5 mile from meeting location. Alternative modes of transportation are highly encouraged.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Small-Group (15 guests or less) for a more personalized experience.
- Entry into the Supreme Court and of stories of its history.
- Reserved access to a Capitol guide led tour of historic areas of the Capitol.
- Professional Guide.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the US Capitol & Supreme Court Express Guided Tour with Entry is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for US Capitol & Supreme Court Express Guided Tour with Entry will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small-Group (15 guests or less) for a more personalized experience
- Entry into the Supreme Court and of stories of its history
- Reserved access to a Capitol guide led tour of historic areas of the Capitol
- Professional Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please review voucher information after booking as it provides a detailed list of items banned from the Capitol and many other federal buildings. Possession of these items will result in non-admission to the building.
- Closest Metro stop: Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines) - Exit station using main exit, walk approximately two blocks north on First Street SE.
- Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes before tour start time. Tour begins exactly at stated time, entry to buildings are on timed reservations, and group must enter security together, therefore we are unable to accommodate for late arrivals.
- The US Capitol and its surrounding complex are in a secure federal operation area and nearby parking is highly restricted. The nearest public parking is located at Union Station approximately .5 mile from meeting location. Alternative modes of transportation are highly encouraged.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
