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US Capitol & Supreme Court Express Guided Tour with Entry

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About this activity

Experience the thrill of Capitol Hill like an insider! Enjoy a conversational, engaging experience—no megaphones or boring lectures here.

Your adventure begins at the awe-inspiring Supreme Court. Discover the inner workings of the highest tribunal in the land through highly entertaining storytelling. Instead of a boring lecture, your guide will bring the highest court in the land to life through gripping, entertaining stories of legendary justices, fierce rivalries, and the landmark cases that changed America! Explore the majestic Marble Palace and feel the energy of the room where history is made.

Afterward, your guide will lead you through the hidden treasures of the Capitol Museum. To top it all off, we’ve handled the hard part: you’ll receive guaranteed, pre-reserved passes for the official U.S. Capitol tour. Bypass the planning headache and walk straight into the breathtaking Rotunda and historic Crypt!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours – 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Unscripted Tours

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Small-Group (15 guests or less) for a more personalized experience
Included: Entry into the Supreme Court and of stories of its history
Included: Professional Guide
Included: Reserved access to a Capitol guide led tour of historic areas of the Capitol

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Capitol Hill

15 min

Meet your guide in front of the iconic Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building at the Neptune fountain. Enjoy epic views and photo ops as you learn the history of Capitol Hill.
Supreme Court

45 min

Step inside the highest court in the land to discover its rich history and inner workings. As you explore the magnificent building, you'll gain fascinating context through the lens of landmark cases and view the actual courtroom where every Supreme Court case has been argued since 1935.
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

20 min Admission included

Explore the treasures of the Capitol Museum with a guided tour, learn the history of the US Capitol, and about the key historical figures honored in the statue collection before joining the Capitol led tour of the historical areas.
U.S. Capitol

one hour

The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. The Senate and the House of Representatives have met here for more than two centuries. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored; today, it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government.

Enjoy a reserved tour of the rotunda, crypt, and old house chambers led by a US Capitol Guide.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

Your guide will provide you with pre-reserved passes to a tour of the historic spaces of the US Capitol

Using your ticket

MEETING LOCATION

Meet your guide at the fountain of Neptune's Court on the street level, outside the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building.

Address for directions:

Thomas Jefferson Building

10 First Street SE

Washington, DC 20540

DAY OF TRAVEL

Tour Guides wear blue name badges that say "Unscripted" and the guide’s name. Guides will arrive at the meeting point 20-30 minutes prior to the tour start time to check guests in. Our guides will text travelers ~1 hour before tour start time so that you may have access to their work number on the day of travel.

RESTRICTED ITEMS

The following items are strictly prohibited in the US Capitol:

Liquid, including water
Food or beverages of any kind, including fruit and unopened packaged food
Aerosol containers
Non-aerosol spray (Prescriptions for medical needs are permitted.)
Any pointed object, e.g. knitting needles and letter openers (Pens and pencils are permitted.)
Any bag larger than 18" wide x 14" high x 8.5" deep
Electric stun guns, martial arts weapons or devices
Guns, replica guns, ammunition, and fireworks
Knives of any size
Mace and pepper spray
Razors and box cutters

*There are no storage lockers on site for any bags or items that you cannot bring in.

METRO

Closest Metro stop: Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines) - Exit station using main exit, walk approximately two blocks north on First Street SE.

Alternative Stop: Union Station (Red Line) - .5 miles

PARKING

The US Capitol and its surrounding complex are in a secure federal operation area and nearby parking is highly restricted. The nearest public parking is located at Union Station approximately .5 mile from meeting location. Alternative modes of transportation are highly encouraged.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please review voucher information after booking as it provides a detailed list of items banned from the Capitol and many other federal buildings. Possession of these items will result in non-admission to the building.
Closest Metro stop: Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines) - Exit station using main exit, walk approximately two blocks north on First Street SE.
Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes before tour start time. Tour begins exactly at stated time, entry to buildings are on timed reservations, and group must enter security together, therefore we are unable to accommodate for late arrivals.
The US Capitol and its surrounding complex are in a secure federal operation area and nearby parking is highly restricted. The nearest public parking is located at Union Station approximately .5 mile from meeting location. Alternative modes of transportation are highly encouraged.

Options

Supreme Court & Capitol

Duration: 2 hours

Us Supreme Court: Tour the highest court in the land and learn about its inner workings.
Capitol "Big 3" Highlights

Duration: 3 hours

Library of Congress: Includes a tour of the Library of Congress with reserved tickets to the US Capitol Tour