Capitol tour (office, best time, building)

[Poopy00]

When is the best time to arrange a tour to get the most interesting tour?

I've not been in the country long so don't really know when they are in session etc.

Thanks

[akorosdc]

Definitely not during August, when Congress is not in session. The most interesting story I know is from my friend who wandered into a Senate building to use the bathroom and stumbled on her state's senator's office. While taking a picture of the door, his publicity person came out and gave them a private tour and passes to a vote later that evening.

You can also just book a tour online through the Capitol Visitor's Center website:
Visiting the Capitol
Welcome to the U.S. Capitol

[Poopy00]

Excellent. Thanks so much.