Inside Capitol Hill "The Power Complex" Walking Tour

Get ready to explore Capitol Hill from the ground up—inside and out.

Inside Capitol Hill: “The Power Complex” is a guided walking tour that invites you to observe American democracy in motion, from peaceful gardens and memorials to iconic institutions of law, knowledge, and governance.

Along the way, guests explore major landmarks, uncover lesser-known stories, and enjoy rare interior visits to the U.S. Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. The experience blends history, architecture, and storytelling in a relaxed, engaging format designed for curious minds of all backgrounds.

Comfortable shoes are encouraged, questions are welcome, and discovery is guaranteed.

Info: Guests gather at the Bartholdi Fountain, check in, and meet the guide. This is a chance to get oriented, ask quick questions, and start the tour on a relaxed note before moving to the Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial and U.S. Botanic Garden.

Info: Begin the tour at the Bartholdi Fountain, passing the Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial on the way to the U.S. Botanic Garden. Step into a simulated rainforest, a peaceful and unexpected start that contrasts beautifully with the marble and monuments ahead.

Info: Travel north across the National Mall, viewing presidential memorials including James A. Garfield and Ulysses S. Grant, while exploring how leadership and legacy are remembered.

Info: Stand where presidential inaugurations occur and learn how ceremony, space, and symbolism shape national identity.

Info: Step inside the Supreme Court to observe architecture, symbolism, and its role in American governance.

Info: Enter the Jefferson Library for a 20-minute exploration of knowledge as a pillar of power. Including the very rare collection of Thomas Jefferson’s library

Info: Conclude inside the U.S. Capitol, exploring history and significance. Guest spend as much time here as they please as this location is our conclusion to the tour experience. Guests may continue with a free, optional official Capitol tour.

Info: At the conclusion of The Power Complex walking tour, guests may choose to continue with the official U.S. Capitol tour, which is free of charge and open to the public. This tour is operated by the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and offers an inside look at one of the nation’s most iconic buildings.

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