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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
World class app-led tour, completely controlled by you!
See the best sights in Capitol Hill, at your leisure! Narrated by Certified Master Guide Tony Spadafora. Tony takes you off the beaten path to discover gems hidden among the sites throughout Washington. DC neighborhoods. As a teacher, scout leader, and businessman, he has been making DC Memorable since 1983!
Starting at Union Station, we will explore Washington DC's most authentic neighborhood. The neighborhood once housed everyone from Lincoln to confederate spies in the Old Capitol Prison. We will see the bar the Senate spared and the only State Embassy in Washington. View the largest collection of Shakespeare's folios in the world. We will see the Supreme Court and the East Front of the Capitol as we approach the world's largest library; it features everything from carved Italian marble to the latest high-tech - the electric light!
What's included
Free navigation on your Smartphone
App Guide
What to expect
Union Station
30m · Admission ticket included
Washington Union Station is one of the country’s first great union railroad terminals. Designed by renowned architect, Daniel Burnham, the station opened on October 27, 1907 and was completed in April 1908.
Your guide will give you a deep dive on the history behind this station, and how it contributed to DC the rest of America's history
Pass by
The administrative headquarters of the federal judiciary.
Your guide will talk about who Thurgood Marshall was and his contribution to Capitol Hill and America's history!
Pass by
Come discover the former President Obama's DC neighborhood.
Your guide will point out where he lived along with lots of cool stories about his time there!
15m
Welcome to the former home of the famous Frederick Douglas!
Here your guide will show you the history behind Fredrick Douglass, his connection with President US Grant, and so much more!
Folger Shakespeare Library
20m
The world's largest Shakespeare Library!
Here your guide will show you the rich history this library has in capitol hill along with some cool Shakespeare history and facts!
Florida House
20m
Welcome to the only state embassy in DC, the Florida House (embassy)
Your guide will show you why this place exists, and how it functions today. Some extra benefits if you are coming from Florida!
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument House and Museum
Pass by
The Belmont Paul Women’s Equality Monument, maintained by the National Park Service. It was the headquarters of the National Women’s Party, and commemorates the Suffragists’ struggle for women’s right to vote.
Your guide will show you the rich history behind this place, and its role in history around women's rights and suffrage
Pass by
Welcome to the world famous Supreme Court!
Your guide will show the history behind this court, how it functions today, and its role in Capitol Hill
Pass by
Come witness the United States Capitol and see its amazing architecture.
Your guide explain the history behind the building, and some of the famous speeches held here
Library of Congress
45m · Admission ticket included
Welcome to the Library of Congress, the world's largest library!
Your guide will show you the history behind this library, and some of the amazing treasures you can find inside!
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please come to the entrance of Union Station, right on Massachusetts Ave and First St. NE
End point
The tour will end inside the Library of Congress.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
