Visiting D.C.
Packed with museums, history, and monuments, visiting Washington, D.C. is an important part of understanding our country’s past, and who Americans are as a people.
Below is a description of some of the most popular attractions in Washington, D.C., along with some tips to help make your experience as positive as possible. Washington, D.C. is your city - make the most of it!
Due to the high demand, we ask that you submit White House tour requests at least four months in advance of your anticipated tour date. All other tour requests should be submitted at least one month in advance, if possible. Thank you for your cooperation.
Please be aware that because the Missouri State Legislature has failed to comply with the minimum security standards outlined in the REAL ID Act of 2005, Missouri-issued identification cards will no longer be accepted for access to federal buildings that currently require federal IDs for entry. This currently includes the Pentagon and the White House.
Contact Claire's office at tours@mccaskill.senate.gov or call 202-224-6154 for advice.
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Capitol Building
Tours of the Capitol are available six days a week through the Capitol Visitors Center. The Visitors Center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with tours departing from the Visitors Center between 8:50 a.m. and 3:20 p.m. To reserve a tour spot through the Visitors Center, visit www.visitthecapitol.gov or call 202-226-8000.
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The White House
The White House offers a limited number of tour tickets to each Congressional office for distribution to constituents. Claire's office requests tickets on a first-come, first-serve basis to Missourians, so please submit your information as early as possible. White House tours are the most difficult to secure, so we recommend that you request tickets six months in advance. Please note, we cannot guarantee all ticket requests will be secured. Tours are offered 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Fridays, and 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
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Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Bureau of Engraving and Printing tours are available through Congressional offices during the peak tourist season of March through August. During the off-peak season of September through February, groups of fewer than 10 do not require tickets. For additional information, visit the Bureau of Engraving and Printing's website.
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Pentagon
Located in Arlington, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. the Pentagon is the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense and the center of the U.S. military command. Tours are available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and may be requested through the Pentagon's website.
