Students from Montgomery Middle School tour the U.S. Capitol.
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Tour Reservations
If you are planning a trip to our nation's capital my office may be able to help you schedule tours of some of Washington, D.C.'s premiere attractions and historical landmarks. Please contact us as early as possible in your planning process so that we can help ensure that your trip meets your expectations.
White House:
At this time, White House tours can only be obtained through Congressional offices. White House tours are very popular and fill up quickly, so please contact my Washington office 2-6 months before your visit to make a request. Please be aware that tour scheduling is at the discretion of the White House, and, even with advance notice, the White House may not be able to accommodate your request. White House tours require a security check in advance, and there are restrictions on what personal items can be brought on a White House tour. For more information, see the White House website.
Pentagon and Federal Bureau of Investigation:
Due to security concerns, these sites are not currently offering public tours.
Special Congressional Tours:
While the following sites all offer public tours, my office is often able to arrange Congressional tours for my constituents. Please contact my Washington office at 202-225-2040 with 4-6 weeks advance notice as tour space is limited. The links provided below will lead you directly to each attraction's tour website where you can find information regarding hours, ticket restrictions, directions, and contact numbers.
- US Capitol building (including House and Senate Gallery passes)
- Bureau of Engraving and Printing, DC location
- Supreme Court The Supreme Court is closed for tours from July through September.
- Library of Congress
- Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Public Reservations:
The following sites allow the public to make direct reservations:
Other Visitor Information
There are many points of interest in our nation's capital are open to the public and do not require tour reservations. While you are here, I would encourage you to visit our impressive national monuments, museums, and other popular visitor destinations. Below is a list of sites you may wish to consider:
Monuments & Memorials
- Washington Monument
- Arlington National Cemetery, including the Tomb of the Unknowns & the John F. Kennedy gravesite
- Korean War Veterans Memorial
- National Mall & Memorial Parks
- National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
- Naval Historical Center and Museum
- US Marine Corps War Memorial
- US Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- World War II Memorial
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
- Lincoln Memorial
Kid-Friendly Attractions
- National Zoo
- Capital Children's Museum
- Marian Koshland Science Museum
- Discovery Theater (in the Arts & Industry building of the Smithsonian Institution)
Museums & Other Attractions
The Washington, DC area is home to hundreds of museums and galleries. The Washington Post Museum Guide can help you find those that are of particular interest to you. Here are some popular favorites: