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Join us for a special private tour of the exterior architecture of the eastern end of the National Mall, culminating in the interior of the US Capitol. The tour starts at Union Station, where you will have the chance to enjoy the breathtaking 96-foot coffered ceilings which have made Union Station “one of the finest examples of Beaux-Arts style of architecture.”
The tour will continue walking towards the Supreme Court and Library of Congress, as you take in the architectural wonder of the outer edifice of the buildings of the East National Mall, ending at the Capitol.
Our Capitol interior tour starts with a 15 minute presentation of the history and architecture of this grand monument to democracy. During the tour, discover the spacious awe-inspiring interior of the Capitol, which features a majestic mural depicting great heroes in American history. This is a great opportunity to meet other ICDC members and appreciate the history and national heritage of United States. Our museum and gallery tours are some of our most popular events, and frequently sell out well in advance.
Please reserve your tickets early, as capacity is limited.
The United States Capitol is the meeting place of the United States Congress, the legislature of the federal government of the United States. Located in Washington, D.C., it sits atop Capitol Hill at the eastern end of the National Mall. Though not in the geographic center of the District of Columbia, the Capitol is the origin by which the quadrants of the district are divided. Officially, both the east and west sides of the Capitol are referred to as "fronts". Historically, however, the east front was the side of the building intended for the arrival of visitors and dignitaries.
The Capitol has a long history in art of the United States, beginning in 1856 with Italian/Greek American artist Constantino Brumidi and his murals in the hallways of the first floor of the senate side of the Capitol. The murals, known as the Brumidi Corridors, reflect great moments and people in United States history. Among the original works are those depicting Benjamin Franklin, John Fitch, Robert Fulton, and events such as the Cession of Louisiana. Also decorating the walls are animals, insects and natural flora indigenous to the United States. Brumidi's design left many spaces open so that future events in United States history could be added. Among those added are the Spirit of St. Louis, the Moon landing, and the Challenger shuttle crew.
Please note that the tour of the US Capitol is free for those who sign up for our walking tour.
Meet at Godiva Chocolatier at Union Station, Main Hall, Street Level at the designated time.
:: Walking Tour
:: Arrive at Capitol for security check
:: Capitol orientation film and tour begins
We will be meeting at the Godiva shop promptly at the desgnated time (please see above), and leaving Union Station 5 minutes (sharp!) afterwards. Kindly note that it is your responsibility to arrive at the designated meeting location on time. We are unable to issue refunds if you arrive late and are unable to locate the group.
If you have trouble locating the group, please call (301) 828-5258
Tickets and Registration
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Tickets are only $19 for a limited time and $25 afterwards. Please reserve your tickets soon as the event is expected to sell out in advance. |
Please note that all online ticket sales are final. We are unable to offer cancelations or refunds on line ticket purchases.
Godiva Chocolatier, Union Station, Main Hall, Street Level
50 Massachusetts Avenue, N.E.
Washington, DC 20002
Please note, we will not be meeting at the US Capitol! Instead, we will be meeting inside Union Station on the street level in the Main Hall, at the Godiva shop at the designatd time. We will proceed as a group for the US Capitol Tour and it is your responsibility to arrive at the designated meeting location on time.
If you arrive later, or at a different location, and are not able to locate us, we cannot offer you a refund.
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