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Explore the majestic buildings of the Capitol Hill complex with a local guide. Discover how the Supreme Court works, marvel at the Library of Congress architecture, and step inside the US Capitol.

Highlights

• Learn how the Supreme Court, Capitol, and Library of Congress work together
• Explore the Capitol Hill complex as your guide shares trivia and fun facts
• Marvel at the stunning architecture and art inside the Library of Congress
• Learn about the 'highest court in the land' at the US Supreme Court Building
• Take a photo outside the iconic Capitol Building before taking a tour inside

Description

Imagine yourself taking in the grandeur of Capitol Hill on a guided walking tour to explore the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress, and the US Capitol. Learn about the country's legislative and judicial branches, discover the history behind each turn, and step inside with the included entry tickets. Gaze at the intricate mosaic and artwork of the Library of Congress' Main Hall and Reading Room. See an original Gutenberg Bible, learn about Thomas Jefferson's literary pursuits, and view his original library collection. Take a peek in the main Reading Room, and have some time to explore the newest exhibit, 'Treasures.' Admire the collection of the library's most precious items, such as a draft of the Gettysburg Address handwritten by President Abraham Lincoln, original handwritten lyrics for “The Sound of Music,” Maya Lin’s original drawings for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, original artwork by Stan Lee and Steven Ditko for the Spider-Man comic, and President James Madison’s crystal flute (the one that Lizzo got to play). Supreme Court: Marvel at the Marple Palace. The tour does not always enter the halls of justice (though we enter when possible; it is often closed to the public due to being a working federal court), but you will get a full understanding of the judicial branch. See the US Capitol Building to marvel at its neoclassical style and iconic architecture while your guide details its rich history. Learn what survived the Burning of Washington and how the Statue of Freedom was placed at the top of the dome in the midst of the American Civil War. Discover the best angle to get the full building in your photo, before coming to your last stop, the Capital Visitor Center. Here, see the original plaster model of Freedom and a few of the statues from the National Statuary Collection. Your guide will also secure those hard-to-get tickets for the docent-led 'Red Coat' tour for you to use at the end. Their experience brings you into the Crypt, the Rotunda, and the Old House for a full experience of the US Capitol. This experience is included in the overall length of the tour, but please remember there will be a separate docent for this experience.

Includes

Licensed, Professional Tour Guide Walking tour of the Capitol Hill Grounds for best Photo Ops Reserved entry to the Library of Congress Guided tour inside the Library of Congress Photo Stop & History at Supreme Court (entrance available on select days only due to court cases & security) Entry ticket to the US Capitol with docent-led tour Written guide in Spanish, German or French (if requested)

Important Information

• This tour is in English only. We provide booklets in French, German and Spanish but the tour guide will present in English only.
• All visitors must wait in line to pass through security to enter federal buildings and while no ID is required, there are strict restrictions on what you may bring inside (e.g. no liquids, food, sharp objects, or suitcases)

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund