Plan a Visit
The Capitol Visitor Center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm., Monday through Saturday, and tours of the Capitol are offered from 8:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.
Exhibitions
No reservations are needed to visit Exhibition Hall, located on the lower level of the Capitol Visitor Center, behind the plaster model for the Statue of Freedom.
Student Orientation Video
Watch this short student orientation video before visiting the Capitol.
Calendar of Events
Aside from the standard tour of the Capitol, the Visitor Center offers a number of special tours and activities.
Education
Information and activities for students, teachers, and families.
A Capitol Moment Video
“A Capitol Moment” videos are bite-sized talks about the artwork and exhibits in the Capitol Visitor Center.
About Congress
Congress is divided into two institutions: the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Brochures
Download the Capitol Visitor Center's suite of brochures.
International Translations
Download international translations of our brochures and guides.
Time Lapse Video
Watch this 3-minute time lapse video of a day in life of the Capitol Visitor Center.
About the Capitol
A symbol of the American people and their government, the U.S. Capitol is the meeting place for the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Specialty Tours and Activities
There are a number of special activities you may take advantage of at the Capitol Visitor Center.