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(512) 463-0063
1100 Congress Ave
(11th Street)
Austin,
TX
78701
30.2728
-97.741
Neighborhood: Downtown
Hours:
Mon-Fri 7am-10pm
Sat-Sun 9am-8pm
Last updated 9.11.08
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What People Are Saying About Texas State Capitol
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In Short – The Texas State Capitol houses offices for the governor, secretary of state and all legislators, as well as the Senate and House chambers, a library, bookstore and cafeteria. Twenty-two acres of trees and monuments surround it. The architecture and sculptures of this ornate building, which is taller than the U.S. Capitol, can be viewed every day of the week. Free 45-minute tours are offered and include watching Senate and House proceedings during the legislative session.
Editor's Tips
- When to Go:
- The grounds are open 24 hours a day and make a great spot for a romantic stroll after a night downtown.
- Know Before You Go:
- Free tours of the Capitol are available 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday and 9:30am to 4:30pm Saturday to Sunday. Call (512) 463-0063 to book groups of 10 people or more.
09/13/02
Nice Capital
by penjenta at Citysearch
Great, inexpensive, historic place to visit! Folks from out-of-state love and so do we.
09/01/02
Kids Love It - Great Location
by malawische at Citysearch
Kids love stairs, huge rooms, "hiding places." A roll down the hills outside is fun. Central location perfect starting point for exploring downtown.
- Pros: Free!, Open Late, Lots to See
07/31/02
What A Capitol
by gonzo904 at Citysearch
One of the most beautiful capitol buildings th the country, if not the most beautiful. Reminds me so much of the US Capitol in Washington DC.
- Pros: History, Beauty, Watching Govt Work
- Cons: Parking
07/23/02
historypreserved
by knicknak at Citysearch
Have visited capitol at different times all my life and have always gotten a fresh perspective when i do.
