Washington DC Hotels near Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill Top 3

• Schedule a tour of the U.S. Capitol in advance through the Advance Reservation System and walk through the halls of on Capitol Hill with a guide.
• Visit the Folger Shakespeare Library and see exhibits of its collection, or take in a concert or play at one of the many events it hosts in Washington D.C. throughout the year.
• Attend an Oral Argument at the U.S. Supreme Court; remember that seating is first-come, first-serve for visitors, and you can choose to watch an entire argument or only stay for a few minutes.

Getting There

Capitol Hill is an area with many attractions in a small space. Whether you fly, drive, or arrive by rail to the city, Washington D.C. is better navigated by public transportation and your own two feet than by car. The Metro serves the whole vicinity, with stations at Union Station, Capitol South, and Eastern Market. If you prefer to ride above ground, the Metrobus system includes routes 30-36 and 91-97 to Capitol Hill. Amtrak, VRE, and MARC trains stop at Union Station (located 1/2 mile from the Supreme Court building): within easy walking distance of most area sites.