United States Capitol dome, Washington D.C.

Name: United States Capitol dome
Address: Washington D.C., United States

#319 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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The United States Capitol features a dome situated above its rotunda. The dome is 288 feet in height and 96 feet in diameter. Designed by Thomas U. Walter, the fourth Architect of the Capitol, it was constructed between 1855 and 1866 at a cost of $1,047,291. ()

Coordinates: 38°53'24"N, 77°0'32"W

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Northwest Washington (Washington Mall)Washington D.C. United States

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Day trips

United States Capitol dome – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: United States Capitol, United States Botanic Garden, Statue of Freedom, Union Square.

~80 ftS
Legendary home of the U.S. legislature
United States Capitol, Washington D.C.
1 min walk • The United States Capitol is not just the seat of the United States Congress; it is a monument to the American people and their government. Nestled at the eastern end of the National Mall in Washington D.C., the Capitol's iconic dome and expansive steps have borne...
~1430 ftSW
Exotic plants and glass-domed conservatory
United States Botanic Garden, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Washington D.C., the United States Botanic Garden stands as a verdant oasis amidst the city's monumental landscape. Established by Congress in 1820, it is one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America and continues to enchant visitors with...
~290 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Freedom, Washington D.C.
2 min walk • The Statue of Freedom, also known as Armed Freedom, stands proudly atop the United States Capitol dome in Washington D.C., a beacon of liberty and a symbol of the nation's governance. This bronze statue, reaching a height of nearly 20 feet and weighing approximately...
~1390 ftW
Park
Union Square, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • Union Square in Washington D.C. is a verdant oasis amid the bustling cityscape, offering a serene reprieve for residents and visitors alike. This well-maintained park is an urban sanctuary that balances the capital's historic grandeur with green spaces that invite...
~630 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Visitor center
United States Capitol Visitor Center, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • The United States Capitol Visitor Center is a large underground addition to the United States Capitol complex which serves as a gathering point for up to 4,000 tourists and an expansion space for the US Congress.
~1000 ftW
Monuments and statues
James A. Garfield Monument, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The James A. Garfield Monument stands on the grounds of the United States Capitol in the circle at First Street, S.W. and Maryland Avenue, Washington, D.C. It is a memorial to United States President James A.
~960 ftW
Memorial
Peace Monument, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • Peace Circle is a traffic circle in Washington, D.C. located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and First Street NW. At its center is the Peace Monument, also known as the Naval Memorial.
~1050 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Court of Neptune Fountain, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • The Court of Neptune Fountain is a group of bronze sculptures made by Roland Hinton Perry in 1897–98. Jerome Connor may have assisted in their manufacture. The sculptures are located at the Library of Congress, at Independence Avenue and 1st St S.E. Washington, D.C.
~1140 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Robert A. Taft Memorial, Washington D.C.
6 min walk • The Robert A. Taft Memorial and Carillon is a carillon dedicated as a memorial to U.S. Senator Robert Alphonso Taft, son of President William Howard Taft. The memorial is located north of the Capitol, on Constitution Avenue between New Jersey Avenue and First Street, N.W. Designed by architect Douglas W.
~1320 ftE
Library
Library of Congress, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • The Library of Congress is the research library that officially serves the United States Congress and is the de facto national library of the United States. It is the oldest federal cultural institution in the country.
0.4 miSE
Nightlife, Restaurant
Bullfeathers, Washington D.C.
11 min walk • Bullfeathers of Capitol Hill is a restaurant and bar on 410 First Street SE in Washington, D.C. in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Its name comes from President Theodore Roosevelt's favorite euphemism for "bullshit." The logo of the restaurant is a depiction of Roosevelt. It was founded in 1979 by Gordon King.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to United States Capitol dome?

Nearby attractions include United States Capitol, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), National Statuary Hall Collection, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), Ohio Clock, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. (1 min walk).

How to get to United States Capitol dome by public transport?

The nearest stations to United States Capitol dome:

Train

U.S. Capitol (1 min walk)
Russell (5 min walk)

Metro

Capitol South • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (10 min walk)
Federal Center Southwest • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (12 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus Washington Union Station • Lines: 2601, 2602, 2668, N2610 (13 min walk)
Washington Deluxe Bus (16 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (19 min walk)
H Street & 8th Street Northeast • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (27 min walk)