How do I get to the Capitol by walking?

The United States Capitol is bordered by Constitution Avenue to the North, Independence Avenue to the South, and First Streets, East and West.

Visitors are welcome to wander the grounds of the Capitol.  During construction of the Capitol Visitor Center, most of the East Front will be closed to visitors.

How do I get to the Capitol by car?

Please keep in mind that there is very little public parking available near the Capitol.  The nearest public parking facility is in Union Station, to the North of the Capitol.  

Metered street parking is found along the Mall to the West of the Capitol.

How do I get to the Capitol by Metro?

There are three Metro stops found within walking distance of the Capitol:

Union Station – Located at the East side of First Street, Northwest, north Massachusetts Avenue (west side Union Station).

Capitol South – Located at First Street between C & D Streets, Southeast.

Federal Center, SW – Located at the Southwest corner of 3rd & D streets, Southwest.  This is the nearest Metro station to the Capitol Guide Service ticket Kiosk.

How do I get to the Capitol by bus?

During construction of the Capitol Visitor Center on the East Front of the building, the public tour bus drop-off point will be on 1st Street, SW at Garfield Circle near the U.S. Botanic Garden.  

The bus pick up area is at Peace Circle, 1st Street, NW.