Half Day Capitol Hill Private Tour

This tour saved us time in negotiating Capitol highlights. The best part was experiencing the Supreme Court Chambers with an outstanding docent. A court employee gave us pamphlets of all court cases that were decided in the last 2-3 weeks. Ellen got us in both Senate and House Chambers. Unfortunately, though the calendar showed both were in session, their sign indicated adjourned till next week. Still, it was compelling to be in the chambers, and to learn more about their procedures. The Capitol and Library of Congress were teeming with many school groups, but are must sees. The architectural design in both is jaw dropping. Ellen cannot take you in the key areas of the Capitol ; she shows you an easy line for a Capitol Visitor Center tour leaving within 10 minutes. All in all a good tour for a very busy 250th in DC. My only criticism is that with her soft voice, she could ramp up volume of her delivery, and make eye contact so the narration is received. We are in our seventies, and part of this difficulty could be us too!

Ellen is a spectator guide! We have toured with Ellen both times we've visited DC, and both times she's provided interesting and memorable days. Her knowledge of the inner workings of the Capitol, her ability to circumvent the lines and navigate the buildings, and her behind-the-scenes passes make the most of your time. She is pleasant and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Ellen for your next DC trip! She is outstanding!

There were six of us in DC for a friends’ getaway. We were lucky enough to book Ellen for a tour of the Capitol. The tour itself was a 10 out of 10, but with Ellen as our guide, it was a 12! Ellen is kind, knowledgeable and personable. She was so accommodating for everything. One of us is not a museum or tour person, but as she said, “if she can told my attention for four hours, she is incredible.” Best of all, being with Ellen after five minutes is like reconnecting with a friend you haven’t seen for years—but it is so comfortable, it doesn’t seem like any time has passed.

Our guide Ellen was fantastic. She was incredibly knowledgeable about so many different aspects of not only the capital but also the entire area. Highly recommend.

Ellen! Ellen!! Ellen!!! What a terrific time! Supreme Court, the Senate, the House of Representatives!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge of each. Also, thanks for your flexibility and keeping our big group on track. Your ability to get us through the crowds was outstanding. Lunch in the Senate cafeteria was great as well. Thank you so much. God bless you.

Fantastic tour and tour guide. Ellen is great. Would absolutely use her again. She is very knowledgeable and very accommodating! Such a great experience!