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The U.S. Capitol Building

Public tours of the Capitol Building are available. Tickets are required for all tours of the Capitol and are distributed each morning beginning at 9:00 a.m. for all public guided tours of the Capitol. Capitol Guide Service personnel distribute the tickets on a first come, first serve basis from the kiosk at the Southwest corner of the Capitol Grounds, next to the Botanic Gardens. Tickets are distributed one per person and are currently for same day admission only. During spring and summer months, the line for tickets forms quite early in the morning, so please plan accordingly. The general visiting hours of the Senate and Capitol are Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Because visitation guidelines will change due to security concerns, as well as Capitol Visitor Center construction progress, we encourage you to call the Capitol Guide Service Recorded Information Line at 202-225-6867 for the latest tour information.


For more information, contact Wayne Binkley in Senator Wyden's Washington, DC office at (202) 224–5244. A limited number of congressional tours are also available through the Senator’s office.

 
 

The White House
While the White House is open for tours, it is necessary for congressional offices to schedule all tours. Tours are available Tuesday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All attendees are required to submit their full name, date of birth, social security number and country of origin to their congressional office per the regulations of the White House Visitors Office. All individuals 15 and over also must have valid photo identification upon entry to the White House; a school identification or passport is valid for those under driving age. Requests should be submitted 2-3 months in advance.

The following applies for those individuals who receive White House tickets:

You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour time at the corner of 15th and E Streets, where uniformed National Park Service Rangers will assist tour groups as they arrive. Please check posted street signs for parking restrictions.

Tours will leave from the south side of East Executive Avenue near the Southeast Gate. Groups should arrive 15 minutes before their scheduled tour time. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to the following: cameras, purses, food and beverages of any kind, handbags, book bags, backpacks, video recorders, personal grooming items of any kind, any pointed objects, aerosol containers, guns, ammunition, electric stun guns, mace, or knives of any kind.


Umbrellas, wallets, cell phones and car keys are permitted.
All necessary medications must be identified and remain in the custody of an adult chaperone or contact for the entire tour.

White House tours may be subject to last minute cancellation. Visitors may call the 24-hour line at 202-456-7041 for the most current tour information.

For more information, contact the 24-hour White House Visitor's line at 202-456-2322 or Wayne Binkley in Senator Wyden's Washington, DC office at (202) 224–5244.

 
 

The U.S. Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is in session beginning the first Monday in October and continues for two weeks per month through April. Courtroom seating is available to visitors on a first-come, first-served basis when the court is in session. The Supreme Court offers a variety of educational programs. Lectures are presented at 9:30 a.m. and on the hour until 3:30pm. No reservations are required. The building is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. It is closed Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays. The business of the Court and unforeseen factors such as inclement weather may affect public access to the building, requiring changes in the Courtroom lecture schedule and/or the building’s hours of operation.

For more information, contact the Supreme Court Visitors Line at (202) 479–3499 or Wayne Binkley in Senator Wyden's Washington, DC office at (202) 224–5244.

 
  The Federal Bureau of Investigation
The FBI has stated they will remain closed to all tours until further notice.
 
 

The Library of Congress
"America's Library" now contains more than 75 million volumes and is a world-renowned research center for scholars. Special exhibits — including a permanent display of the Gutenberg Bible, the first book printed with moveable type — make the library a favorite tourist attraction. Free 30-minute public tours leave from the Madison Building's Memorial Hall (101 Independence Ave., SE) at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. during the week. Saturday tours are available at the same times, excluding the 3:30 p.m. tour. Tours are free and reservations are not required. A slide presentation is given hourly beginning at 8:30 a.m.

For more information, contact the Library of Congress Information Center directly at (202) 707–5458 or Wayne Binkley
in Senator Wyden's Washington, DC office at (202) 224–5244.

 
 

The Department of the Treasury - Bureau of Engraving and Printing
The Bureau of Engraving & Printing conducts 45-50 minute public general tours of the facility between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Congressional tours are also offered during the months of May through August at 4 p.m., but must be arranged through Congressional Represenatives and Senators Offices.
General tour tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the tour at Raoul Wallenberg Place. The ticket booth opens at 8:00 a.m. The Visitors’ Center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and contains exhibits and shops.

For more information, contact the Bureau of Engraving and Printing information line at (202) 874-3188 or Wayne Binkley in Senator Wyden's Washington, DC office at (202) 224-5244.