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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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Washington DC Party Yacht Open Bar Cruise on the Potomac

Join us for an unforgettable cruise along the Potomac River on our double-decker party yacht. Whether you choose to bask in the sunshine during the …More

Join us for an unforgettable cruise along the Potomac River on our double-decker party yacht. Whether you choose to bask in the sunshine during the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Capitol Hill & Library of Congress Highlights Walking Tour (With Tickets)

A grand walking tour of Capitol Hill to explore the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and US Capitol. Learn about the country's legislative & judicial …More

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A grand walking tour of Capitol Hill to explore the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and US Capitol. Learn about the country's legislative & judicial...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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DC: Water Taxi Unlimited Pass & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

Experience DC in a way that’s easy, exciting, and completely flexible. Start your journey on a hop-on hop-off tour to enjoy sweeping views of the …More

Experience DC in a way that’s easy, exciting, and completely flexible. Start your journey on a hop-on hop-off tour to enjoy sweeping views of the...

45 to 110 minutes Free Cancellation
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Small Guided Tour Inside the Capitol and Library of Congress

Have the opportunity to discover the interiors of the most important and famous buildings of this Nation with a specialized Tour guide who will show …More

Have the opportunity to discover the interiors of the most important and famous buildings of this Nation with a specialized Tour guide who will show...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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In God We Trust Tour

Our "In God We Trust Tour" is great for church groups, faith-based academies, and/or individuals seeking to understand the history behind the religious roots of …More

Our "In God We Trust Tour" is great for church groups, faith-based academies, and/or individuals seeking to understand the history behind the religious roots of...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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Small Group Washington DC Tour with Changing of the Guard

Discover the rich history of Washington, D.C., on a personalized tour in the language of your choice—Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish! Our expert guides will take …More

Discover the rich history of Washington, D.C., on a personalized tour in the language of your choice—Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish! Our expert guides will take...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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DC Landmarks Walking Tour + African American Museum Admission

Walk by American's 3 most famous sites: the White House, the Capitol Building, and the Washington Monument. At the end of your walking tour, your …More

Walk by American's 3 most famous sites: the White House, the Capitol Building, and the Washington Monument. At the end of your walking tour, your...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Small Group Washington DC Night Tour

Experience Washington, D.C. at Night! Explore iconic landmarks like the Lincoln, Jefferson, MLK Jr., Iwo Jima, Vietnam & Korean War Memorials, and more — all …More

Experience Washington, D.C. at Night! Explore iconic landmarks like the Lincoln, Jefferson, MLK Jr., Iwo Jima, Vietnam & Korean War Memorials, and more — all...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Monumental Electric Bike Tour

See All of The Mall! Our Monumental Electric Bike Tour route covers the whole National Mall from The Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial and …More

See All of The Mall! Our Monumental Electric Bike Tour route covers the whole National Mall from The Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Washington DC Cherry Blossom Small Group Half-Day Tour

See Washington and nearby Maryland dressed in spring color on a seasonal small group cherry blossom tour. Visit the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and East Potomac …More

See Washington and nearby Maryland dressed in spring color on a seasonal small group cherry blossom tour. Visit the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and East Potomac...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat Cruise

Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC! Expanding on our popular …More

Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC! Expanding on our popular...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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Small Group 5-Hour DC Tour via Electric Scooter for Ages 16+

Enjoy this unique electric scooter tour of DC! Our scooters have huge tires as compared to other scooters, which provides a smooth, stable ride, for …More

Enjoy this unique electric scooter tour of DC! Our scooters have huge tires as compared to other scooters, which provides a smooth, stable ride, for...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour

See Washington, DC in ways large bus tours can’t—especially after dark. This small‑group night tour (12 guests max) offers engaging stories, more time at each …More

See Washington, DC in ways large bus tours can’t—especially after dark. This small‑group night tour (12 guests max) offers engaging stories, more time at each...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Washington DC Premium 5-Hour Private Tour

RSN Tour Bus was founded in 2018 on the premise that making travel plans should be easy and exciting. Based in the Washington.DC area, we …More

RSN Tour Bus was founded in 2018 on the premise that making travel plans should be easy and exciting. Based in the Washington.DC area, we...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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African American History Tour with Museum of African American History Ticket

KB Tours is a one of a kind African American Heritage tour operator in Washington DC that takes visitors to explore the historic African American …More

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KB Tours is a one of a kind African American Heritage tour operator in Washington DC that takes visitors to explore the historic African American...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Private African American History Tour with Reserved Museum Entry

Go back in time to some of the most iconic moments from the civil rights movement with this fascinating African American history tour of Washington …More

Go back in time to some of the most iconic moments from the civil rights movement with this fascinating African American history tour of Washington...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience

Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in four hours! Explore Washington DC with a professional tour guide on this four-hour day tour. We will go over …More

Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in four hours! Explore Washington DC with a professional tour guide on this four-hour day tour. We will go over...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions

Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in three hours! Explore Washington DC with a professional tour guide on this three hour night tour. We will go …More

Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in three hours! Explore Washington DC with a professional tour guide on this three hour night tour. We will go...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

Experience a fully guided tour of two of the nation’ capitals: Washington D.C. (current) and Philadelphia, PA (first ever) in one day! Visit and learn …More

Experience a fully guided tour of two of the nation’ capitals: Washington D.C. (current) and Philadelphia, PA (first ever) in one day! Visit and learn...

15 hours Free Cancellation
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Skip the Line National Archives and Capitol Hill Tour

Visit the National Archives and Capitol Hill without the long lines. This tour grants you skip-the-line access to the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill …More

Visit the National Archives and Capitol Hill without the long lines. This tour grants you skip-the-line access to the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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