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Visit the schedule a tour page to select a day/time for a reservation. Same day passes may be available. Visitors without reservations are encouraged to arrive at the Capitol Visitor Center as early in the day as possible, but no later than 2:30 p.m., to obtain passes.
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Visitors wishing to see the rooms of the historic Capitol must be on a guided tour. We do not offer self-guided tours. Reservations are recommended for a tour. Visit the schedule a tour page to select a day/time. We welcome visitors without reservations.
Capitol Tour Reservations are strongly encouraged. A limited number of same day passes may be available.
Tours in Mandarin and Spanish are offered at 8:40 a.m. by prior reservation. Please view the page for more information. All other Capitol Visitor Center tours are offered in English.
Visitors can begin their Capitol experience at the Visitor Center by visiting the Exhibition Hall, perusing the Gift Shops or dining in the Restaurant. There are also a number of special tours and activities offered beyond the general tour of the Capitol Building.
Tours can also be arranged directly through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC) using an online reservation system. To make a reservation, please visit www.visitthecapitol.gov/plan-visit/book-tour-capitol .
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. 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 ...