White House Tour

Posted by Kristin Abraham Oct 13, 2007

The White House may have the most famous interior decorating schemes in the entire country. Everyone has heard of the Map Room, the Blue Room, China Room and the State Dining Room. Then there is obviously the Oval Office which is generally redecorated as we change Presidents. Clinton favored a blue, red and gold theme while George W. Bush has redecorated in more subtle tones of peach, off-white and sage.

If you're headed to Washington D.C. and would like to tour this great interior you can get on a special VIP tour that will save you the sore feet you'd get while standing in line. About 30 days before you make your trip, place a call to your member of Congress's office and ask to be added to the VIP tour list. These tours are held Tuesday through Saturday, unless the White House is closed, from 10 am to noon. Once you're on the list you'll get to skip all lines and meet your tour guide for a great trip through the White House.

To find out who your senator or representative is you can call 202 224-3121, or write to the House or Senate Office buildings, Washington, D.C. The zip code for the Senate is 20510 and the House uses 20515.

There's nothing like being a VIP visitor at the White House!