Visit Washington D.C.

Visiting Washington, DC is an exciting and educational experience. My door is always open to you, so please don't hesitate to stop by my office to visit with me and my staff. In addition, my staff can serve as a resource to you in booking tours for your trip. Please fill out our online tour request form or contact my office at (202) 225-2431. Below is information about two of the most popular tours, as well as a helpful link to information about other popular tourist sites in Washington.

The United States Capitol

General admission tickets for the United States Capitol are available Monday through Saturday on a first come first serve basis, so arrive early.  Tickets are distributed beginning at 8:00 am, and tours are conducted from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Congressional staff led tours are also available daily. Please contact my office at toll free (202) 225-2431 for information on tour times and to reserve your spot.

The White House

For security reasons, the Secret Service requires that tour requests be placed a minumum of 6 weeks in advance and no more than 6 months before the date of the requested tour. If you are interested in scheduling a tour of the East Wing and Executive Residence, please contact my office at (202) 225-2431.

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