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Visiting Washington D.C.

Tours of the White House

White House tours are not currently possible.

The White House Visitor Center

The White House Visitor Center, located at 1450 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, offers visitors a window into the US President's iconic home. The visitor center is open from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. daily (except January 1,Thanksgiving, and December 25). Admission is free. Visitors can explore an interactive touchscreen tour of the White House, view over 90 artifacts from the White House collection, shop at the White House Historical Association retail store, and view the 14 minute film, "White House: Reflections From Within".

Tours of the US Capitol

The US Capitol is open to the public for guided tours but advance reservation is required. For more information please visit the Capitol Visitor Center website.

Tours of the Pentagon

Advance reservation is also required for tours of the Pentagon. For more information please visit the Pentagon website.