White House

Welcome to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, perhaps the most famous address in the world. The White House is not just a building; it is a living symbol of the American presidency and the enduring principles of the United States. …

Your tour begins in the East Wing, the official gateway for guests and the public. This part of the building houses the Office of the First Lady and serves as a transition from the outside world into the sanctum of the presidency. …

Ascending the stairs, you arrive on the State Floor and enter the East Room, the largest room in the White House. This space is the site of the most significant ceremonies, including bill signings, press conferences, state…

Following the natural flow of the State Floor, you move through a series of three interconnected parlors: the Green Room, the Blue Room, and the Red Room. Each is unique in its decor and historical use. …

At the far end of the State Floor is the State Dining Room, a space designed for large-scale hospitality. It can seat up to 140 guests for a state banquet, though it is often configured for smaller groups. …

While not part of the standard public tour, the West Wing is the undisputed center of global political power. It was built in 1902 during the Theodore Roosevelt administration to separate the president’s work life from his family…

Adjacent to the Oval Office is the Cabinet Room, where the president meets with the heads of the executive departments. The room is dominated by a massive mahogany table, around which are chairs for each cabinet member. …

As you exit the White House through the North Lawn, take a final look back at the grand portico. You have just walked through a building that is simultaneously a home, an office, and a museum of national history. …