Washington DC Capitol Hill Guided Walking Tour

Ditch the crowds and join us on a VIP experience of 4 iconic buildings in 4 hours in this semi-private (group of 8 or less) tour of Capitol Hill! Just arrive and we'll take care of the rest. Enjoy more flexibility and a relaxed pace.
Meet your guide outside the Library of Congress and begin your adventure.

We head inside the Supreme Court where your guide will discuss the history, notable justices, landmark cases, and the secrets of the building.

Next, the Folger Shakespeare Library. The building holds the world's largest collection of the printed works of Shakespeare and an Elizabethan Theatre.

We move to the Library of Congress, the world's largest library. Your guide's reserved passes will bring you into the heart of knowledge. You will see Thomas Jefferson's library and the grandeur of the Main Reading Room.

Using a tunnel, we enter the US Capitol where your guide gives little known history before providing passes for a tour of the historic spaces of the iconic building.

Meeting Point

10 1st St SE

10 1st St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA

Meet your guide at the fountain of Neptune's Court on the street level, outside the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Guides will arrive 20-30 minutes prior to tour start time to check guests in. Guides will be wearing a blue name badge.

What's included:

• Admission and tour of the Library of Congress
• Semi-Private (8 guests or less) for a more personalized experience
• Reserved passes for the historic spaces of the US Capitol
• Admission and tour of the Folger Shakespeare Library
• Professional Guide
• Entry and tour of the Supreme Court
• Guided Walking Tour of Capitol Hill in Washington DC

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Supreme Court

First Street NE, , Washington DC, 20543, District of Columbia

Step inside the temple of American justice on an illuminating tour of the U.S. Supreme Court. Go beyond the headlines as you walk through the majestic marble halls of one of Washington, D.C.'s most impressive buildings.
Your expert guide will bring the nation's highest court to life, sharing its incredible story from its humble birth to its modern-day role as a co-equal branch of government. Learn about the fascinating inner workings of the Court: How are cases chosen from thousands of petitions? What happens during oral arguments? How do nine justices shape the laws that affect all Americans?

You'll hear tales of landmark cases and legendary justices who have defined American history. More importantly, your guide will connect that history to the present, discussing current cases and explaining their profound meaning for the nation's future.

45 minutes

Library of Congress

101 Independence Ave SE, , Washington DC, 20540, District of Columbia

Prepare to be awestruck as we enter the Library of Congress's Thomas Jefferson Building, one of the most beautiful landmarks in Washington, D.C.
Your guided tour begins in the breathtaking Great Hall, a masterpiece of Gilded Age art and architecture. From a scenic overlook, you'll gaze down upon the magnificent, domed Main Reading Room. We will then visit the very foundation of the modern library: a portion of Thomas Jefferson's original book collection, purchased by the nation after the first library was burned in the War of 1812.

Throughout our visit, your guide will explain the library's rich history, its vital role as the largest library on Earth, and how you can access its incredible resources. This is an inspiring journey into a true temple of knowledge and American history.

1 hour

Folger Shakespeare Library

201 E Capitol St SE, , Washington DC, 20003-1094, District of Columbia

We take a delightful detour from politics to poetry with a visit to a true Capitol Hill treasure: the Folger Shakespeare Library.
Step through the doors of this beautiful Art Deco building and find yourself transported to Elizabethan England. Inside, you'll discover a world-class museum and research library dedicated to the Bard and his era. The main attraction is the unparalleled collection of William Shakespeare's First Folios. You will get an up-close look at the world's largest gathering of this priceless book—the original 1623 publication that saved 18 of Shakespeare's greatest plays from being lost to history.

Beyond these historic treasures, we will marvel at the stunningly intimate and authentic replica of an Elizabethan theatre, a space that truly connects us to the vibrant world of 16th-century London. This stop is a cultural oasis, offering an inspiring look at one of the most influential figures in world literature.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

U.S. Capitol

Washington DC, 20510, District of Columbia

Your guide will give you little-known facts and stories of the one of the world's most iconic buildings before providing pre-reserved passes to a tour of the historic rooms of the Capitol

1 hour