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Welcome to the U.S. Capitol! Book a Tour. Monday November 4, 2024 Open Monday-Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
The Capitol | U.S. Capitol - U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
The Capitol is a working office building, but it is also the place where visitors from around the United States and the world come to learn about American democracy. Construction of the Capitol began in 1793.
Visit the U.S. Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol Visitor Center welcomes visitors from across the United States and around the world. All tours, programs and activities are free of charge. Visitors enter the Capitol Visitor Center, which is located underground on the east side of the Capitol.
Book a Tour | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol Visitor Center is open Monday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tours begin every 10 minutes until 3:20 p.m. All tours are led by our professional tour guides and visit the Crypt, the Rotunda and National Statuary Hall. The tour does not include the Senate and House Galleries.
The Capitol Story | U.S. Capitol - U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Domes soar to great heights and span vast spaces–their inspiring form is reserved for society’s greatest buildings. The Capitol’s iron dome, an instantly recognizable American symbol, has long been admired for its majestic beauty and its ingenious engineering.
Plan a Visit | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Capitol Tour Reservations are strongly encouraged. A limited number of same day passes may be available.
Hours & Info | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Hours - The Capitol Visitor Center is open to visitors with tour reservations from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day and on Inauguration Day.
Know Before You Go | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Coming to the Capitol? Join our staff as they walk you through what to expect during your visit. Know Before You Go from U.S. Capitol Visitor Center.
Evolution of the Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Today’s Capitol complex includes the Capitol, six major House and Senate buildings, three Library of Congress buildings, the Supreme Court Building, the U.S. Botanic Garden, and other facilities. In 1958–1962 the east central front of the Capitol was extended to add 90 new rooms.
Getting to the Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol Visitor Center, the main entrance to the U.S. Capitol, is located beneath the East Front plaza of the U.S. Capitol at First Street and East Capitol Street. The Capitol Grounds are open to visitors.