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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. All tours are led by our professional tour guides and visit the Crypt , the Rotunda and National Statuary Hall . The tour route is subject to change.
Capitol Cafe | U.S. Capitol - U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Located on the lower level, the Capitol Cafe offers continental breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The Cafe prepares meals with peanuts and other nut products.
Welcome to the Shop | Capitol Visitor Center Gift Shops
Explore a selection of American-made keepsakes, gifts, and commemoratives, only available from our Washington, D.C. gift shop. Our shop features exclusive collectibles, apparel, educational toys, and one-of-a-kind treasures that celebrate the architecture and history of the U.S. Capitol.
Visit the U.S. Capitol | 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.
U.S. Capitol Map | U.S. Capitol - U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Visitor Services Shuttle: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Ask a CVC staff member in red uniform for information onsite. Accessibility 202.224.4048
Frequently Asked Questions | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol Visitor Center is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The Visitor Center is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Inauguration Day.
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.
Prohibited Items | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Before entering the Capitol Visitor Center, all visitors are screened by a magnetometer and all items that are permitted inside the building are screened by an x-ray device. The following items are strictly prohibited in the Capitol, including the Capitol Visitor Center: Liquid, including water.
Plan a Visit | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
3 days ago · Capitol Tour Reservations are strongly encouraged. A limited number of same day passes may be available.