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Texas State Capitol
Capitol Building and Historic and Protected Site
Downtown Austin, Austin
"Lovely grounds to just hang out on and relax."(12 Tips)
"A great place to learn about the history of Texas.""(3 Tips)
"It is built of limestone and pink granite."(4 Tips)
"Love, Killer Robot Unicorns from Space :-) #socialdash"(3 Tips)
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Faith OndichApril 11, 2016Gorgeous architecture! We went on a Sunday. Tour guide Matt was extremely knowledgeable AND he even had all answers to the elder generations questions, which were much more advanced. I will be back!
Upvoted Oct 19
Sadler for US SenateSeptember 12, 2012I served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1991 to 2003. I was singled out by Texas Monthly during each of my legislative terms, being named to the Ten Best List in 1995, 1997, 1999 and 2001. Read more
RossApril 11, 2016A must visit in Austin! Free 2 hr parking in the adjacent garage and free expert led building tours.Upvoted Oct 21
Booker FajardoJuly 8, 2019This is must to see if your goin’ to austin its open to public even sunday. Dont worry for the parking fee coz it accept coins and cards for street parking #Historical
- RossApril 11, 2016Take a free Capitol Tour. All tours leave from inside the South Foyer. Led by an expert guides the tours generally depart every 20 to 30 minutes and last for approximately 30 minutes.
Patricia ChesserOctober 5, 2013Fun facts: As u enter thru the front doors the cities on the marble flr r all the battles fought in Tejas/Texas and the confederate seal & is comprised of cotton, tobacco, corn, and rice. Now u know!
Natalia CruzApril 3, 2015Beautiful architecture from outside and inside, an have an pretty library/ hermosa arquitectura interior y exterior, así como la biblioteca.
Ju LeMarch 10, 2019Great self guided tour through the capitol! Such an breathtaking building! No entry fee, visitor parking nearby! Must see on your Austin trip!
Josh GammonOctober 15, 2014There are a lot of interesting things to see here! I recommend the self-guided tour as you'll see a little more that way. If you want some history though, listen in on a tour guide.
Amanda ThauMarch 30, 2015Open on weekends until 5pm. Check out the broadway type lights in the Texas House and Senate and the ornate door hinges. Everything is bigger... And brighter in Texas!
Andrew CMay 28, 2019FREE TOURS, only 45 minutes and explains the major areas... otherwise, wander the grounds yourself and explore it all - especially the House and Senate chambers!!! Enter on the south side of the bldg
Jackie MannOctober 25, 2016The rotunda is stunning. I basically was able to just walk in after going through really quick security. The whole place was welcoming and beautiful!
Gaston Motola AcunaJanuary 4, 2016You can get in on Sundays and they even have free tours tours. Highly recommended if you're interested in Texas history.
_March 4, 2016Really admire the architecture in this building. It's quite lovely! Get to the top and look down at the emblem design on the floor.
Floue HarnadiMay 27, 2014I love this building, especially the star on the top. From far you can't see "Texas" word, but if you see it closely you can read "Texas" word around the star. Must visit place in Austin!
DellMarch 9, 2016Take a free tour: the red granite dome, topped by the Goddess of Liberty, is 6 feet taller than the U.S. Capitol. The best photo opportunities are sunrise and sunset.
Ray LopesAugust 28, 2016Beautiful building, nice paintings of the Texan governors around the walls, look up and down for the dome's interior and the mosaic on the floor.- Ju LeFebruary 19, 2018Great so learn something about the Texas Gouverneurs and the history. Sadly the gift shop is closed after 5pm on Saturday.
- Jennifer RuizJuly 17, 2018Stunning architecture - go for the self-guided tour if possible. Tons of interesting tidbits. Free parking in the garage next door.
Lisa MessanaApril 9, 2013If you haven't done it, you MUST stand in the center of the rotunda, look up, and speak softly. It is the most awesome your voice will ever sound! You don't need to speak loudly.
Elizabeth HallApril 15, 2015A beautiful tour awaits visitors along with lots of Texas and Austin history. Try the echo in the rotunda and sit where Texas lawmakers do their jobs.
- Amanda ThauMay 1, 2015Everything is bigger in Texas. Including the door hinges. Open on weekends - spent about 1-2 hours here.
Social DistilleryOctober 18, 2014Check out the amazing marble statues at the Capital, they're made by a legendary Austin artist, Elisabet Ney
Julie FournierSeptember 8, 2013Beautiful architecture, history of Texas. A place to see when you are traveling in the state.
Edgar RobledoJanuary 19, 2016The color of the building is beautifull and the yard is great to read a book and relax!
Daniel Bastardo BlancoMay 4, 2018Beautiful gardens and statues scattered all around... Lots of history to read!
Alex KliegerNovember 18, 2018Free guided tours every half hour, lots of outdoor monuments to see. And pay attention to the door hinges - very neat.- Rachel NashMarch 14, 2012Morbid fact: The painter of the star inside the dome fell when his seat broke while painting. He shattered the floor, which was, at the time, made of the glass tiles that you now see in the library.
Steven PolunskyOctober 28, 2012If you are looking for the Senate Business and Commerce Committee (Senator John Carona, Chair), we are in the Sam Houston Building, Room 370. Let us know if we can help you with anything.
Roberto Bruder AguiarNovember 1, 2016Great place to visit make sure you get one of the guided tours.
Presidential LibrariesNovember 3, 2011George W. Bush was the first governor in Texas history to be elected to two consecutive four-year terms. He was inaugurated here as Texas' 46th Governor in 1995.
John Bushe'February 10, 2015If #zerowaste is good enough for Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio, it is good enough for the whole state of #Texas!
JoycottApril 14, 2014There is a new awesome coffee bar that serves up yummy fair trade coffee! Wander the capitol and sip on something delicious.
Glenda SmithAugust 22Texas Capitol is at 10 minutes drive to the south of Austin dentist Brilliant Smiles
Abhishek ShahapurkarOctober 11, 2017The architecture is mesmerizing!! Take the free guided tour and also explore on your own later.
Delight Gluten-Free MagazineAugust 2, 2013Tour the Capitol building and grounds to get a healthy dose of Texas history. The pink granite dome is over 15 feet taller than the United States Capitol.- Jeannette L.March 22, 2017The free walking tours inside the Capitol are good and worth the time spent. Good for all ages.
MetroSeeker.comAugust 1, 2011When the Capitol building was constructed, they were competing with the US Capitol in size. The floor under the dome marks who has owned Texas. Get a tour and walk around with your camera!- Angela SkeesMarch 1, 2016Never been before. Security entrance on all sides. Free tours. Lovely grounds to just hang out on and relax.
Yuni GrahamFebruary 15, 2018Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and answered all of our questions, even if it was semi or not related to the topic at all.- Austin American-StatesmanFebruary 22, 2012The largest state capitol building in the United States, the Texas Capitol was constructed from 1882-1888. It is built of limestone and pink granite. The granite came from nearby Marble Falls.
Dan Mondragón SomeraOctober 16, 2017On Sunday's the entrance is free. Pretty cool looking place, beautiful for wedding photoshoot
Social News NetworkJune 30, 2012If you're on a bike, you can ride through the grounds for a nice view and moment away from the traffic. It's only closed off when the legislature is in session.
exfmFebruary 23, 2012Really cool views from the dome and the grounds are really beautiful! Don't try to take a picture with George Bushs portrait, you will get yelled at.
Austin Grand PrixApril 5, 2012In addition to a perfect picturesque backdrop, the Capitol Grounds offer plenty of lush grass & paths for a picnic or a stroll.
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"Have a picnic or bring a blanket to read on. It's also a great place to go running if you want a change from town lake trail!"
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"Pick up Austin, Texas: A Photographic Portrait in the gift shop. It's my photo book! (Blue cover with Stevie Ray Vaughan picture on the cover)"
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"Self guided tours until you get lost then just hitch a ride on someone else's :)"
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