The Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol is a working office building, but it is also the place where visitors from around the United States and the world come to learn about American democracy.
Visit the U.S. Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
You can begin your Capitol experience at the Visitor Center by visiting Exhibition Hall, perusing our Gift Shops or getting a bite to eat at the Capitol Cafe. For information on tours offered in Mandarin and …
U.S. Capitol Visitor Guide | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Your visit to the historic U.S. Capitol begins as you enter the Capitol Visitor Center. With its soaring spaces and skylight views of the Capitol Dome, the Capitol Visitor Center welcomes you on a journey …
U.S. Capitol Grounds | Building
Since 1800, the Capitol has been home to the United States Congress and its two legislative bodies, the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. It is where the issues facing the nation are …
Discover the Capitol Architecture - U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
For more than 200 years, the Capitol has stood as a monument to those who built it and to the American people and our government. In this self-guided virtual experience around the exterior of the building, …
Evolution of the Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The U.S. Capitol is a landmark of neoclassical architecture. Its designs derived from ancient Greece and Rome evoke the ideals that guided the nation's founders as they framed their new republic.
Hours & Info | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
All visitors to the Capitol are required to go through security screening. Tours - Tour reservations can be scheduled through the Capitol Visitor Center website or through the office of one of your senators or …
Explore - U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Explore Do you want to learn more of the history of the Capitol and Congress? Visit Exhibition Hall or take one of our unique Specialty Tours Join our engaging Visitor Services team for Capitol …
Directions & Hours | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Admission and Passes - Admission to the Capitol Visitor Center is free. However, passes are required for tours of the historic Capitol and may be needed for other special events. All visitors to the Capitol …
Event Calendar | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
4 days ago · Event Calendar Wednesday, January 14, 2026 The Capitol Visitor Center is open for tours Monday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Virtual tours offered by request.