How do I contact a congressman for the White House tour?
For complete details on White House tours, visit the White House tours and events page or call the White House Visitors Office 24-hour information line at (202) 456-7041.
What are 3 items prohibited on White House tours?
Prohibited Items
- Video Recorders.
- Handbags, book bags, backpacks or purses.
- Food or beverages, tobacco products, personal grooming items (i.e. makeup, lotion, etc.)
- Strollers.
- Any pointed objects.
- Aerosol containers.
- Guns, ammunition, fireworks, electric stun guns, mace, martial arts weapons/devices, or knives of any size.
What parts of the White House can you tour?
There are two main White House tours – tours of the East Wing, or the West Wing. The East Wing is by far the most common White House tour to undertake and allows you access to where the President lives. By contrast, the West Wing tour is where the business happens, and includes the famous Oval Office.
Is the Library of Congress open for tours?
The Library of Congress has re-opened its doors to visitors with free but limited timed and ticketed entry for a limited number of days and times. Library-sponsored on-site public programs and public tours are not available at this time.
Are Capitol building tours open?
The Capitol Visitor Center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Are phones allowed in the Capitol Building?
use any personal, electronic office equipment (including cellular phones and computers) upon the floor of the House at any time.” There was no discussion of this provision by the membership. Rules for the 105th House also contain the prohibition against the personal use of electronic equipment in the chamber.
How long does it take to get approved for White House tour?
It can take up to six months to get a response back. The date of visit is determined by the response so it might work out when you want to go or it may not. over a year ago. We were told that the White House typically tells you whether you “won” the lottery for tickets 2-3 weeks before the date of your proposed visit.
How do I request a tour of the White House?
The White House only schedules tours through Congressional Offices. Our office strongly suggests submitting your request more than three months prior to the desired tour dates. Submitting your request more than three months in advance allows our office to process requests at the earliest possible time.
Can I visit the White House as an international visitor?
International visitors, please contact your embassy. The National Park Service does not schedule tours or provide tickets to enter the White House. Download the White House Experience app to assist with your tour, or to tour the White House virtually.
How much does it cost to go to the White House?
The White House tour is free of charge. Please note that White House tours may be subject to last minute cancellation. If you wish to visit the White House and are a citizen of a foreign country, please contact your embassy in Washington, D.C. for assistance in submitting your request.
Is the White House open on holidays?
The White House is closed on Federal Holidays, and will assign you a time on one of the dates you choose. Tours of the White House are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis.