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15 Best US Capitol & Library of Congress Tours

The US Capitol and the Library of Congress sit next door, and the tours on this list do both in one visit. An underground tunnel connects the Capitol Visitor Center to the Library’s Jefferson Building. Capitol entry runs on timed passes, and morning slots go quickest.

1.DC Monuments and Capitol Hill Tour by Electric Cart

Discover the grandeur of DC's iconic monuments and Capitol Hill like never before! Join our electric cart tour for an unforgettable journey through history. Book now!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“I was a great experience and the guide was very good.i would highly recommend this tour to all my friends and family”

2,841 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $55.61by Intrepid Urban Adventures - USA

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2.Best of DC Plus US Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry

Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Washington, D.C., as you embark on an exclusive tour that unveils the secrets of the U.S. Capitol and the National Archives.

★ 4.5

“Amazing city. This tour gave us a possibility to see the monuments and understand the history. There is enough time for everything and explanation is cleat.Nick was wonderful.”

2,491 reviews8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $129.00by USA Guided Tours

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3.Small-Group Guided Tour Inside US Capitol & Library of Congress

Discover the secrets of American democracy with a small-group guided tour of the US Capitol and Library of Congress. Uncover history's hidden gems today!

★ 5.0

“Our guide, Dash, was very friendly and professional. He immediately made our group feel comfortable and kept the tour interesting the whole time.”

1,869 reviews2 to 3 hours (approx.)From $67.15by Unscripted Tours

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4.Washington, DC: Capitol Hill and Library of Congress Tour

Unravel the secrets of Washington, DC's Capitol Hill and Library of Congress tour, where history and politics intertwine in a captivating exploration.

★ 4.7

“My wife and I took the 10:00 am Capital Tour on 02/14/25. Brooke was our tour guide. Brooke did a fantastic job explaining the cultural, historical, and architectural aspects of the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and the Capital. During the Library of Congress portion…”

1,125 reviewsFrom $75by Visit DC Tours

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7.US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour With Capitol Hill

Explore the US Capitol and Library of Congress with a guided tour of Capitol Hill. Learn about the history and culture of these iconic landmarks. Don't miss out!

★ 4.0

“Our tour guide, Rochelle, was good and friendly. She said she was a native in DC from the neighborhood of Georgetown. She provided good information about the architecture of both the U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress. I would recommend it to friends and family.”

286 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $64.00by DC Guided Tours

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10.Haunted DC Walking Tour on Capitol Hill

Experience the spine-chilling secrets of Capitol Hill on our Haunted DC Walking Tour. Uncover the eerie tales that will leave you breathless. Book now!

★ 4.5

“With a full moon just before Halloween, a ghost tour was a natural fit. We enjoyed our guide, and the opportunities for photos on Capitol Hill were a big bonus feature. A pleasant evening walk.”

172 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $25.00by Scary DC

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12.Capitol Hill, Supreme Court and Library of Congress ExclusiveTour

Explore the hidden gems of Capitol Hill, Supreme Court, and Library of Congress. Uncover the secrets of American history on this exclusive tour.

★ 5.0

“Tim was a fantastic tour guide. Very knowledgeable and took us to all the important places. I highly recommend this tour to families.”

127 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $51.94by Babylon Tours DC

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14.Washington DC: Capitol Hill Walking Tour

Fascinated by American politics? Join a Capitol Hill Walking Tour in Washington D.C. for a unique blend of history and democracy...

★ 3.6

“Unser Guide Dwayne hat die Sache ganz hervorragend gemacht und was man alles mit diesem scapitol Hill Rundgang gesehen hat, war beeindruckend. Dieser Ausflug würden wir immer wieder buchen. Klasse!”

70 reviews2 hoursFrom $64by DC Guided Tours

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4.0US Capitol & Library of Congress With Guided Walk of Capitol Hill2 hours (approx.)$64.00 4.5Skip the Line National Archives and US Capitol Tour$53.00 4.5Washington DC: US Capitol BUS Tour With Archives Access8 hours - 510 minutes$129 4.5Capitol Hill Food Tour3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$81.00 5.0Small Guided Tour Inside the Capitol and Library of Congress3 hours (approx.)$79.00 5.0Washington D.C. National Archives and Capitol Hill Tour – Washington DC5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15 3.8DC: Tour With U.S. Capitol Ground Access6 hours$84 5.0Washington D.C. National Mall and Capitol Hill Private Tour – Washington DC5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15 5.0Iconic Capitol Hill Architecture Tour2 hours (approx.)$48.00 4.5Half-Day Washington DC Bus Tour & Capitol Ground Access3 to 5 hours (approx.)$59.00 5.02 Hour Guided Bike Tour of Capitol Hill2 hours (approx.)$55.00 3.2Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Guided Bike Tour2 hours$55 5.0Washington DC: Luggage Storage in Capitol South Station$8 3.5Private Guided U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour4 hours (approx.)$550.00 3.5Private Tour With US Capitol or Archives or Washington Monument$980.00 5.0DC Combo: City Bus Tour, Seasonal Cruise, US Capitol Hill6 to 8 hours (approx.)$87.00 5.0Washington DC: Capitol Hill Iconic Architecture Walking Tour$44 2 Hours Book Store Tour in Capitol Hill2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$79.99 Private Walking Tour in Capitol Hill Stroll$30.00