The galleries of the Senate and the House of Representatives are open to view whenever either body is in session. Gallery passes obtained from the office of your senator or representative are always required to visit the galleries.
*Separate passes are required for the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Senate Gallery
The line for entry to the Senate Gallery is at the North side of the Capitol.
The Senate gallery is open only when the Senate is in session.
Houses of Representatives Gallery
The line for entry to the House of Representatives Gallery is found at the South side of the Capitol.
The House gallery is open when the House is in session, and on weekdays when they are out of session from 9:00am until 4:30pm.
International Visitors to the Gallery
International visitors are always welcome to view a session of the Senate or House, and should enter through the House of Representatives Gallery line. Capitol Guide Service personnel issue international gallery passes inside the South Screening Facility.
