Tours and Tickets to Experience U.S. Capitol
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What are people saying about U.S. Capitol
Samantha_G, Nov 2025
A tour you should take
Ellen WAS AMAZING so knowledgeable and completely mad the tour so nice! Very accommodating and always making sure everyone was comfortable.
Elaine_O, Oct 2025
A whirlwind tour of the monuments
Be prepared for the weather as the car is open. There is a lot to see and not a lot of time at each place, but it will give you a good idea of what you might want to go back in. See you later.
Lauri_M, Oct 2025
Great way to see DC!
Absolutely the best way to see all the Washington monuments and sites! Great information, friendly, and fun!!
Ingrid_G, Oct 2025
This was a very good way...
This was a very good way to enjoy a beautiful fall day and see the sights of Washington DC in comfort with a good guide
Terri_L, Oct 2025
DC with Evan and friends
Our tour guide Evan was absolutely amazing. He was so knowledgeable, engaging, and helpful. I would absolutely do another tour with him. The tour itself was wonderful, even though some of the monuments were closed due to the government shut down.
Steve_A, Oct 2025
Many of the major sites...
Many of the major sites to see in Washington DC visited. The leader informed us all very well and knew much of the background to the sites. His instructions for the tour were very clear and he was most courteous to us. He freely answered our questions.
crisellam, Oct 2025
Informative and...
Informative and enjoyable. Our guide James was amazing and very knowledgeable about the buildings we saw. The tour had to be altered due to the government shutdown, but it was still great!
Michele_M, Oct 2025
Highly Recommend
Great tour with friendly and knowledgeable guide. Definitely worth doing this tour if you’re in Washington DC.
Marci_L, Oct 2025
Great tour
He was very knowledgeable and was a good way to see DC in 1 day. It covered a wide variety of places of history
tony, Oct 2025
A fine start to our first day in DC
We met some terrific people on the tour from Australia, Florida and the UK. However THE star of the show was Daniel our guide. We learned a great deal on the history of Washington and the USA. A must do tour!
Erin_T, Oct 2025
Great Tour
Awesome tour and very knowledgeable guide Donte was awesome definitely would recommend to others thank you
Marva_R, Oct 2025
Great way to tour!
This was a very engaging way to see DC. We had an awesome knowlrdgeable tour guide. I recommend this company to anyone.
People Also Ask
Is the U.S. Capitol tour worth it?
Yes, although tours of the US Capitol are not easy to book, they are free and absolutely worth it. The tours start with a historical orientation film in the visitor center and continue to the Capitol Crypt, Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall.
How long does a tour of the Capitol take?
Tours of the US Capitol typically last one hour, although they can run as long as 90 minutes. If you also want to explore the visitor center, which has an exhibition, gift shop, and café, add another hour. Visiting the voting chambers requires an additional 30 to 60 minutes.
Can you visit the U.S. Capitol without a tour?
No, you cannot visit the US Capitol without booking a tour. You can, however, visit the Capitol Visitor Center without any prior arrangements. There, you can view exhibits about the history of Congress and the Capitol, and purchase souvenirs from the gift shop.
What is included in a U.S. Capitol tour?
Tours of the Capitol include the Rotunda (the large, domed, circular room located in the Capitol’s center); the National Statuary Hall (home to a collection of 100 statues contributed by each of the 50 states), and the Crypt, which is filled with Doric columns and more statues.
Is there a dress code for Capitol tours?
No. While Capitol workers and staff must follow a dress code, there are no dress regulations for visitors. That said, be mindful that the US Capitol is a place of work: dress appropriately and behave in a respectful manner. Also, large bags and purses are not allowed inside.
Can you just walk into the Capitol in Washington, D.C.?
Technically, yes. Visitors can walk into the Capitol Visitor Center without booking a tour. Exploring the Crypt, Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall requires booking a free, tour-guide-led tour. These can be booked online or through members of Congress.
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