2 Hours Book Store Tour in Capitol Hill

2 h 15 min Free cancellation

2 Hours Book Store Tour in Capitol Hill, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover literary treasures by walking through Capitol Hill.

The tour will also include passing by sites like the U.S Capitol and Library of Congress. The tour begins on H St, a vibrant neighborhood for restaurants and entertainment.

We will begin with a visit to Solid State, a black-owned independent bookstore featuring a diverse selection of fiction and non-fiction titles.

Grab a coffee or tea (included), and we will take a 25 minute walk (or Uber based on weather conditions, which will be included in the price).

Next, East City -Is an independent women bookstore founded by local bibliophile Laurie Gillman, followed by Capitol Hill Books, a quaint bookstore with many rooms, including rooms like the Mystery Room, the Cultural Closet and the Weird Section

Lastly, you can continue to enjoy vendors and food at DC’s landmark, Eastern Market. The tour will end here, and you will have time to enjoy the market on your own.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 4 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Rey

Ages: Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop

Not included

Not included: books/magazines found at the bookstores

Itinerary

Stop 1

45 min Admission not included

We will begin with a visit to Solid State, a black-owned independent bookstore featuring a diverse selection of fiction and non-fiction titles, an extensive children’s book and young adult section, and a selection of stationery and gifts that appeal to customers of all ages. Solid State Books also offers a variety of community programs.

Here you will be able to grab a water/soda which will be included, from this bookstore we will take a 15-20 minute walk (or Uber based on weather conditions, which will be included in the price) where you will see more of the Capitol Hill including neighborhoods and beautiful architecture. During our walk we will see The Capitol (brief stop), The Supreme (brief stop) Court and Library of Congress (pass by)
U.S. Capitol

10 min Admission not included

We will be sure to walk by the U.S capitol for pictures
Supreme Court

10 min

Get the camera ready for a photo op of the grand columns of the Supreme Court building and its steps
East City Book Shop

25 min

East City -Is an independent women bookstore founded by local bibliophile Laurie Gillman the quaint space offers a collection of books as well as small unique gifts including some for kids.
Capitol Hill Books

25 min

Capitol Hill Books -Located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood since 1991. A quaint bookstore with many rooms, includes sections like the Mystery Room, the Cultural Closet and the Weird Section.
Eastern Market

Passing by

Eastern market is located in the historic heart of Capitol Hill. A premier place for fresh food and art. Since the tour will end here, feel free to stop and spend more time.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet outside the front of the book store.

The book store can be reached by public bus (circulator) or by using the metro (union station stop) is the closest but still requires a 10-15 minute walk). A taxi or an Uber can also be used.

End point

The tour will end at 7th and Pennsylvania St SE. You see Eastern market, a public market housed in a 19th century brick building and if the tour is on Sat or Sun between 9-4 pm you can enjoy artisans and food vendors that fill the streets.