Public Tour of the Capitol

Public tours of the Capitol Building

Tour Information

All public tours of the Capitol are accessible. Individuals with disabilities may also take a tour tailored to their individual needs, provided by the Congressional Special Services Office (CSSO). The CSSO provides tours:

Monday - Friday

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tours last approximately one hour. The CSSO accommodates walk-up tours as staff availability permits. Tours can be arranged in advance through a Senator’s Office.

Accessible Entrances to the Capitol and Senate

Accessible entrances to the Capitol and the Senate Office Buildings are as follows:

Capitol – Public Tours enter on the South or House Side of the Capitol, which is accessible. Official Senate business enters on the North Side of the Capitol that is accessible.

The Russell Senate Office Building – Delaware entrance on ground level closest to Constitution Avenue.

The Dirksen Senate Office Building – 1st Street and C Street entrance.

The Hart Senate Office Building – 2nd Street entrance.