About this experience
During your 4 hour private tour you will discover some of the most emblematic sites of Washington with your local expert. You will learn about the history of United States government in your visit to the Capitol Visitor Center and get dazzled by the architectural masterpiece in the Library of Congress next to your private official tour guide.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Local Taxes
- Private Tour
- Meeting point: Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave SE
- Private official tour guide for 4 hours
Not included
- Transportation
- Entrance fees
- Food and Drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
The Library of Congress (LC) is the research library that officially serves the United States Congress and is the de facto national library of the United States. It is the oldest federal cultural institution in the United States.
The Supreme Court Building, majestic in size and rich in ornamentation, serves as both home to the nation’s highest Court and the manifest symbol of its importance as a coequal, independent branch of government.
Capitol Hill, in addition to being a metonym for the United States Congress, is the largest historic residential neighborhood in Washington, D.C
The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center provides a welcoming and educational environment for visitors to learn about the unique characteristics of the House and the Senate and the legislative process as well as the history and development of the architecture and art of the U.S. Capitol.
Meeting and pickup information
- Entrance of the library of congress
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tour Travel & More
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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