U.S. Capitol Tours

Washington DC, USA
U.S. Capitol

The United States Capitol building provides a stunning focal point over Washington D.C from its elevated site on Capitol Hill. Its original design, by amateur architect William Thornton, was selected as part of a competition inspired by Thomas Jefferson, George Washington’s Secretary of State at the time. Steeped in America’s fascinating history, the first cornerstone was laid by President Washington, along with eight others, on September 18, 1793. Completed in 1800, the building evolved and expanded along with an increasing number of united states during the 19th and 20th centuries. This stunning example of Neoclassical architecture shares its neighborhood with the Library of Congress and the Supreme Court, amongst other noted buildings and residential dwellings.

Today, tourists from all over the world place Capitol Hill at the top of their ‘must-see’ lists. The vantage point not only gives you a clear view over National Mall, but guided tours convey great insight to American history from the doorstep of this political powerhouse.

The best way to get to US Capitol is by Metro. For the House (south) side, take the Metro Blue or Orange Line to Capitol South Station, and for the Senate (north) side, take the Metro Red line to Union Station.

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4-Hour Guided Tour in Spanish to Discover Washington DC

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A Tour for Everyone is an experience designed especially for the Spanish-speaking community, where we will visit the most important and relevant parts of the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Grand Monuments & Memorials Tour

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Essential Monuments & Memorials Tour

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US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, & House Chambers

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Washington D.C. Day to Night with Mount Vernon Small Group Tour

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Washington D.C. ICONIC City & Mount Vernon Small Group 1-Day Tour

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Skip the Line National Archives and Capitol Hill Tour

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Washington DC Capitol & Supreme Court Guided Tour

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Washington DC Narrated City Tour

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Private Capitol Hill Tour

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Private Tour of Washington DC

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New York 4-Day Tour, Niagara Falls & Washington

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Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour

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Private, Exclusive DC City Tour

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Washington DC Monuments by Day & Night Tours

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