Washington DC Tourism Information

Capitol Hill

Book a tour, look at a Capitol map and find other useful information. The mission of the Visitor Center at the U.S. Capitol is to provide 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.

The Capitol, House and Senate office buildings.

Explore the nation's Capitol, including the old and current House chambers.

Library of Congress

Each of “America’s Library buildings”, named for a U.S. President (Adams, Jefferson, and Madison), contains millions of cataloged books and other print materials on 530 miles of shelving is a world-renowned research center for scholars easily accessible to both Congress and the public. Special exhibitions —including a permanent display of the Gutenberg Bible, the first book printed with movable type—make the Library a favorite tourist attraction. First Street and Independence Avenue, SE.

Supreme Court of the United States

“Equal Justice Under Law” is the promise on the portals of the Supreme Court building.Court sessions begin the first Monday in October and continue two weeks per month through April. Courtroom seats are available to visitors on a first-come, first-served basis when the Court is in session. Twenty-minute courtroom lectures are available every hour on the half-hour when the court is not in session. Group tours are available and must be made in advance. First and East Capitol Streets, NE.

United States Botanic Garden

Located at the base of Capitol Hill, the conservatory features more than 20,000 plants, including exotic flowers and fruit species. First Street and Maryland Avenue, SW.

National Mall and Memorial Parks

VISIT PAGE HERE

The sprawling lands of the National Mall & Memorial Parks include the Mall, the public promenade extending from 3rd Street near the Capitol to 14th Street, including the:

National Mall Walking Tour
Explore the National Mall with this walking tour provided by National Geographic.

Smithsonian

VISIT PAGE HERE

More Museums

White House

VISIT PAGE HERE

Public tours of the White House are available. Requests must be submitted through one's member of Congress.  These self-guided tours are available from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM Fridays, and 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM Saturdays (excluding federal holidays or unless otherwise noted). Tour hours will be extended when possible based on the official White House schedule. Tours are scheduled on a first come, first served basis. Requests can be submitted up to six months in advance and no less than 21 days in advance. You are encouraged to submit your request as early as possible as a limited number of spaces are available. All White House tours are free of charge.  (Please note that White House tours may be subject to last minute cancellation.)

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Metro: McPherson Square

For the most up-to-date information about touring and visiting the White House, call the 24-hour Visitors Office Information Line at 202-456-7041.

Historic Homes

Theaters

Major League Sports

  • Capitals (NHL)
    Verizon Center, 7th and F Streets NW
  • Mystics (WNBA)
    Verizon Center, 7th and F Streets NW
  • Nationals (MLB)
    Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol Street, SE
  • Redskins (NFL)
    FedEx Field, 1600 Raljon Road, Raljon, MD
  • DC United (MLS)
    RFK Stadium, 2400 East Capitol Street, SE
  • Wizards (NBA)
    Verizon Center, 7th and F Streets NW

Other Points of Interest

Getting Around

Public Transportation

Butler County District Office

4879 Mercedes Drive
Suite A
Liberty Township, OH 45011
Phone: (513) 779-5400
(937) 339-1524

Hamilton County District Office

5520 Harrison Avenue, Suite C
Cincinnati, OH 45248
*Entrance in rear of building*
Phone: (513) 779-5400

Washington, D.C. Office

2113 Rayburn HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-6205