• Union Station - We’ll begin our tour in the massive Great Hall of Union Station, once the largest train station in the world. This crossroads of Presidents, diplomats, and politicians have seen the drastic transformation, from inaugurations to World Wars, and even a runaway train!

• Columbus Memorial Fountain - After exploring the heights and depths of Union Station, we’ll proceed past the Freedom Bell and Columbus “Fountain” to the steps of the Supreme Court.

• Supreme Court - we’ll take in the imposing facade and learn about the architecture, history and design of the home of our Judicial branch of government.

• U.S. Capitol - We’ll get great photo opportunities on the East side of the U.S. Capitol Building, and talk all about the tumultuous history of this icon of Washington.

• Library of Congress - We’ll be going inside the breathtaking Library of Congress. We’ll delve into the elaborate design, secret symbols, and fascinating history of this important institution, before taking an underground tunnel to the Capitol.

• U.S. Capitol Visitor Center - Our tour will conclude inside the U.S. Capitol Visitors Center, where our guides would be happy to help guests join a free building interior tour, depending upon availability.

• Local guide

• Gratuities

Discover the political essence of Washington DC! This tour guides visitors through the core of Federal authority in Washington DC, exploring the history of the Nation’s Capital through the perspectives of architecture and urban planning. From L’Enfant’s original city design to the challenging construction of the Capitol and its Grounds, the emergence of the grand Beaux-Arts Library of Congress and the formidable Supreme Court, and into the modern era. Renowned designers such as Thomas Jefferson, Robert Mills, Frederick Law Olmstead, and Daniel Burnham are prominently featured. Expect controversy, chaos, and bureaucracy! A must-see tour for architecture and history lovers.

• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, an alternative or full refund will be provided.

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