COVID-19 (coronavirus) Update

The Capitol Visitor Center remains closed. We are not taking tour reservations at this time. Please check out our video tours and other online resources.

Online Gift Shop Now Open

Check out our new Online Gift Shop, https://shop.visitthecapitol.gov. All products are Made-in-the-USA, and many are created exclusively for our store. We look forward to welcoming you to the CVC Online Gift Shop.

What To Do

Tours of the Capitol

Book a Tour

The Capitol Visitor Center is not accepting reservations at this time.

Suggested Itineraries

Suggested Itineraries

Have an hour? Have an afternoon? Make a day of it!

Watching Congress in Session

Watching Congress in Session

Get passes for the Senate and House Visitor Galleries where you can watch Congress in session from your Representative or Senators.

Where To Eat

Freshly-made soups, salads, sandwiches and entrees are available at the Capitol Cafe on the lower level.

Where To Shop

You’ll find a unique selection of merchandise inspired by the Capitol’s art and architecture at two Gift Shops on the upper level of the Capitol Visitor Center.