Texas State Capitol Photos
More like Texas State Capitol
Recommended Reviews - Texas State Capitol
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
Looking for something free and informational to do in Austin? Visit the State Capitol building. On a recent visit to Austin, I had the opportunity to spend about an hour and a half perusing the Capitol building with a friend. We parked at the public parking garage located about a block away. Once you enter the building, be prepared for a brief security check at entrance - similar to going through TSA, you'll put your items through the scanner and walk through a metal detector. There were several groups that showed up during my visit but overall it was not too busy. There was a sign that noted that free tours were given at what appeared to be on 15-minute intervals. Due to our limited time, we opted to get a self-guided tour brochure and just walk around on our own. I enjoyed perusing the halls, Senate room and House room at my own leisure, though I imagine that I would have learned more if we were with a tour guide. The architecture is gorgeous and lends itself to a very historical feel. The finer details of stars and "Texas" in the ceiling lights was a nice design touch. At the time, there were some who were busy at work in some of the various offices and others that looked to be completing maintenance in the Rooms for the House and Senate. After finished our inside tour, we went outside and walked around the grounds. There are a few monuments to see and the park area around the building provides a beautiful, scenic view. The weather was great and I image that if we had more time, it would have been nice to sit for a bit and bird watch for a bit. The two people that we interacted with, the lady that explained the free and self-guided tours and the security guard at check-in, were both friendly and helpful. It was a worthwhile experience.
I love when traveling and seeing new places that I could end up in the town of it's states capitol. I loved seeing the Texas state capitol in person. It's very big that even the visitors center is across the way. I think it is definitely worth it visiting here once if in Austin. It is the state capitol and one of the prettiest buildings in Austin.
The State Capitol building and surrounding parkland is beautiful and fascinating. The layout of the grounds leading to the entrance has bronze statues with historical facts and information. Texas became the 28th State in the USA in December 1845. Prior to that date, it was its own Independent Republic from 1836 to 1845. The first floor has metal detectors to gain entrance. The building is circular in design. From the center of the building you can look upward to see a beautiful glass dome, it tops the 4 story building, which is an impressive 300 feet tall. We were able to enter the Senate and House of Representatives Chambers and take photographs without a flash. You must remove your hat (I was relieved everyone complied without complaining). Our Tour Guide gave us a mini history lesson, she was very knowledgeable and answered questions from the guests. I particularly enjoyed the Second Floor where portraits of each Former Governor are on display. There are too many to mention, so I focused on the first female Governor, Miriam A. Ferguson. She served two terms (1925 to 1927) and (1933 to 1935). I have lived in California all my life and we have NEVER had a female Governor. The details of the beautiful wood and marble furnishings and overall design show the Texas pride! Admission and guided tours are free. Sincerely, Rosemary (Southern California)
Went to a protest to allow my kids to experience a flashpoint in their history. While at the Capitol we did some sight seeing. Walking the lawn of the Capitol we seen some very interesting and historic monuments. Surrounded my state police dressed like I.C.E. agents, unfortunately, we peacefully protested and got a few honks from passing motorists. It was a really good experience.
We were recently enjoying a long weekend in San Antonio when we realized the Texas state capitol building was just an hour away. Since we've been on a quest (ok, quest might be a strong word for it) to see all the state capitol buildings in the US, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to make the drive to check it out. It's currently undergoing some sort of restoration so there was a lot of scaffolding around. Also, it is certainly the most heavily guarded capitol buildings we've been to (like, wow). Beyond that, it's great. The building itself is one of the larger capitol buildings we've seen. It's made with a stone an interesting shade of rusty reddish. The inside of the dome is amazing with a lone star at the tippy top (it is the lonestar state, after all). It wasn't our favorite capitol building, but we were glad to have made the trip to check it out.
This is my second time at the Texas State Capitol. The first time I visited was in 2019 on a solo trip (and on a weekday). I had walked around on my own, though in retrospect I did not realize that there was the underground extension. Fast forward 6 years later, I came back here with my girl and her family to see this. They opted for the guided tour whereas I went back and did everything on my own. It was through the guided tour where I learned about the underground extension. All in all, there isn't that much to see here. Most of the rooms are not accessible since they are offices for the members of the Texas Senate & House of Representatives. You can, however, go all the way up a to the 4th floor and get some interesting viewpoints. When I came in 2019, I sat in a legislative session, so that would be cool to do, I imagine. The underground extension are mostly office spaces as it is. But you can also see photos of all the members of the Texas Senate & House during the respective terms from way back when to just about now.
The Texas State Capitol is a stunning historic site. There is renovation work done currently and we found it a bit challenging to navigate with a mobility aid, as accessible routes weren't always clear and we ended up having to manually lift ours through multiple sets of stairs to get into the building. We're hopeful that with a few updates, it can become a more welcoming experience for all visitors. We enjoyed our tour and highly recommend. The a tours are free so make your reservation, which is not hard to get. The outside green landscape area is beautiful and has many worthy photo opportunities. We enjoy coming here wherever we have visitors in town wanting to see the State Capitol.
We visited the state capitol, it's a pretty impressive building. They offer free tours every 15 minutes which is a great way to learn about the history and asks any questions. There are four elevators to accommodate visitors who cannot take the stairs up and down. There is a restaurant inside the building. Note that you'll have to go through a metal detector. Drop by the visitor center as well for free exhibits and information about the city and cities nearby. If you wonder about parking, the capital visitors parking garage is very close and it's free for the first 2 hours, they charge after that but it's very affordable, included a photo of the fee for your convenience.
A great way to experience and brush up on the history of the State of Texas. It is quite unique among the 50 states. You will see statues of Stephen Austin, Sam Houston, and a painting of Davey Crockett (king of the wild frontier). Take the tour. You will see the two houses of state governance, a huge painting / favorable rendition of the battle for Texas independence and photos of Texas governors, W, Rick Perry, Richards, and more. The Statue of Liberty fits inside the dome which is a few feet taller than the US Congress.
My husband and I decided to walk to the Texas State Capitol building when we had some free time visiting Austin. As we walked inside, we found a free tour was starting in 10 minutes so we joined the group. We were escorted around the building and the guide was very knowledgeable explaining the different paintings, sculptures, and rooms. We walked past the portraits of current and former governors and lawmakers. We walked into the Senate and House Assembly chambers. We were shown downstairs to the different hallways. We looked up inside the rotunda and spied the Texas stars decorating the rooms. It's a beautifully designed building. Our guide was enthusiastic regarding Texas history and gave us a nice tour. If you're in town, check out the Texas State Capitol for a quick history lesson.
Visited the Capitol for the first time. Capitol Visitors garage parking lot about 2 blocks from the Capitol. "Vehicles properly displaying an official disabled parking placard or disabled parking license may park at parking meters within the Texas Capitol Complex for free." Daily Rates Weekday: Parking is free for the first 2 hours. $1 for each half hour thereafter. Maximum daily charge is $12. No Overnight Parking. Weekend: Parking is sometimes free but is subject to pre-paid fees for special events. The maximum daily charge varies up to $25. No Overnight Parking. The well manicured grounds offer lots of shade trees along the sidewalks. A major roof replacement project was in process during our visit. Docent tours and independent walkthroughs are available. Capitol Grille restaurant conveniently located in the Capitol offer a variety of reasonably priced menu items with restaurant seating, large Legislative Reference library open to the public, historical artifacts, and seating throughout to rest. "The restored 1857 General Land Office building, located on the southeast corner of the Capitol Grounds, serves as the Capitol Visitors Center. This three-story, castle-like structure stands as the oldest state office building in Texas. Recognized as a Texas Historic Landmark in 1962 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970."
Madison, WI and Austin, TX are similar in some ways: State capitol; home to the flagship public university; diverse ethnically since it attracts foreign students for the university. Visiting Austin for the first time, we wanted to cross off the Texas State Capitol off of our to-visit list. Easy parking garage across the street. Paid $10 for half the day and then followed the outdoor signs to the visitor center. There is active construction going on, so a bit difficult to find the entrance. Once found, the front desk attendant was helpful to plan out our day. We decided to take part in the free guided tour, which runs every half hour, starting from the main rotunda (there are a lot of signs). There are also self-guided tours available. The guided tour was fine, and would guess that the guides are volunteers and can be very different, depending on what each guide wants to show. Thus, I would take the guided tour again, if I was again in the area. It lasted about an hour, and showed the history of the building, and Texas itself. Enjoyed our walking tour of the capitol building and the surrounding buildings and outside. The visit itself was a couple of hours, and we were within walking distance to the southern part of the University. The weather wasn't too hot, so enjoyed slowly walking around, enjoying the scenery. read more
A trip to Austin would not be complete if I did not visit the Capitol building. There are many statues with an explanation of why they are on display. It is beautiful from the outside and the architecture is exquisite. There are many floors to the building. You will be able to see the people who work there. I wish I could say the same about the inside. Before entering, you and your belongings have to be scanned. It felt quite dark, closed off and not friendly inside. Not many rooms are opened to explore. There is a free guided tour that runs quite often during the day. I heard there was parking for visitors, but I could not find it. read more
I really enjoyed exploring the Capitol. It's not something I do on every trip to a new state but this was fun and interesting. We did the free tour which was fairly quick but informative. A lot to see inside and outside. PSA: We went in peak summer and were so thirsty by the end of the tour. Capitol Cafe is nearby and had (relatively) inexpensive water bottles. read more
Enjoyed our visit at TX state capitol. Beautiful architecture, informative portraits & paintings throughout , & free entry. There are nearby street parking & parking lot, does require a little walking to walk up to the capitol. read more
Beautiful Capitol building. Loved the tour led by Tweed. The tours are 30 minutes and run regularly throughout the day. The tour takes you through the rotunda, the senate and/or house chambers and the new building. Highly recommended when in Austin to learn about the state history. read more
Texas State Capitol is not gold plated like many other States. Came here a few times. Walked the same way and every time I felt good. Maybe because Texas is the State 3 presidents came from. 3! Very nice and clean you can walk around. Or follow with docent. Mostly I skipped the docent part. Winter in Texas is pretty enjoyable. read more
I love walking the grounds of the Capitol and looking at all the sculptures and statutes and just enjoying the view of the Capitol. Sometimes I will bring a light lunch/snack and eat on a bench and watch the squirrels and enjoy the lovely breeze in the cooler months. I have taken the interior tour and highly recommend to go in and explore the areas that visitors are allowed, it is a lovely building. read more
Stopped to see the Texas State Capital and so happy I did. As many have said it is free to enter and there is a free guided tour of the building. Very interesting tour with the history of the building and some of the state legislators. Was lucky to get a parking spot on the street in front of the Capital as parking seemed to be a bit difficult Should be a must stop for anyone visiting Austin. read more
Austin is the state capital of Texas (TX), and TX is known for live music, food trucks, diversity and the TX State Capitol building. This review is for the Capitol, the seat of government of TX. As Austin is the state capital of Texas, the Texas State Capitol building sits on 22 acres in the center of downtown Austin on a hilltop overlooking the city. Designed in 1881 by architect Elijah Myers, construction of the building started in 1882 and was completed in 1888 as a late 19th century Italian Renaissance Revival style. A $75 million underground extension was completed in 1993. The sunset red (which is the official state color) granite building is the largest capitol building in the US, at 302.64 feet tall and is 14 feet taller than the US State Capitol in Washington D.C. Recognized as one of the nation's most distinguished state capitols, it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986. It is widely recognized as one of the nation's most distinguished state capitols. The rectangular building has four stories in the center with symmetrical 3-story wings on each side and a huge dome rising from the center. It contains 360,000 sq ft of floor space, more than any other state capitol. It has 400 rooms and 900+ windows. The Capitol includes the following: * Rotunda. The rotunda floor has terrazzo mosaic displaying the seals of the 6 nations that have governed Texas. Portraits of all past presidents and governors of Texas adorn the rotunda walls. There's a massive cast iron staircase that flanks the rotunda which connects the floors of the building. Look straight up from the 1st floor and see a beautiful dome ceiling. * Senate and House of Representative chambers. The Legislature is in two wings on the 2nd floor of the Capitol, with the public galleries on the 3rd floor. The House Chamber has a brass chandelier with light bulbs that spell "Texas." * South Foyer: life-sized marble statutes of Stephen Austin and Sam Houston. * Governor's Reception Room. * Texas Supreme Courtroom. * Secretary of State Office. * Legislative Reference Library. * Treasurer's Business Office. * Agricultural Museum. * Remainder of building has office spaces. * Gift shop if you wish to buy souvenirs. * Outside grounds. The immaculate landscaped grounds have about 20 statutes and monuments, e.g., Heroes of the Alamo, Confederate Soldiers, Volunteer Firemen, etc. The lawn is massive and well-maintained. Having worked in State government in HI, my office was in the HI State Capitol for a number of years. So, I was interested in seeing the capitol in TX. Of course, it is much larger and has so much more history than HI's capitol, as HI did not become a state until 1959, and HI's capitol did not open until 1969. Gosh, the TX State Capitol is so majestically immense and is in theme of "everything is bigger in TX" with high columns, huge doors, windows, and a magnificent staircase. Not only is it huge, but it is beautiful architecturally with ornate furnishings, such as vintage light fixtures, hand-carved doors, giant carved brass door hinges and hand railings, and the iconic "star of Texas" everywhere. I was impressed that the Legislative members use wooden desks and chairs that were original to the building! And there is so much history found in this one building! Even the well-landscaped grounds were impressive, with so many statutes and monuments! It's a great place to have a picnic. While we were there on a Sunday, a youth environmental group had congregated on the grounds to provide public awareness of their efforts. You'll have to pass through a metal detector at the entrance before coming in. Free 30-minute tours are given daily or you can just do a self-tour on your own. An elevator is available if you do not want to use the stairs. Free parking for the first two hours is available in a parking garage on San Jacinto Blvd, about one or two blocks from the Capitol. There is metered street parking, and because we went on a Sunday, metered parking was free and it was right across the street. I really enjoyed the TX State Capitol! TX should be proud of its stunning architecture, amazing portraits and paintings, rare antique furnishings, and the rich history that is imbedded in it! So glad that I visited the Capitol and highly recommend it if you're in Austin! read more
4 years ago
They say everything is bigger when in Texas! It also includes the capitol. I believe it is bigger than the US capitol (someone correct me here, otherwise). The interior and layout is massive! I adore the star symbol. Patriotic feelings here. read more
Located in downtown Austin, this was a beautiful state capitol building, and one of the larger capitol buildings I've visited (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=B3xuyLrmhFdh1rbn9fwJeQ&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg). The building has been maintained very well, and was very clean. The grounds outside are also clean and neat, and there are a few monuments to view. They were busy around 4:30pm on a Sunday, but it wasn't crowded since there are so many different areas to walk around. You can stop by for a quick visit (10-15 minutes if you walk fast) or take your time walking around (we stayed for 25-30 minutes). You can walk up the staircases or take the elevator to tour the building. It's free admission to enter, but you'll need to go through a metal detector. There are numerous state troopers posted inside and outside, and all are heavily armed. However, they are very friendly and helpful, and even volunteered to take photos with my godson! Apparently, you can go partway up to the tower area, but I believe you have to take a certain staircase to get there. We decided not to go up since we had to head out for dinner, but the view is supposed to be spectacular. Take a selfie on the lower level by putting your phone on the floor and looking down into it, since it'll capture the gorgeous dome ceiling in the background (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=3zDBikdkmXqIHZ1Jg5v4UA&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg). Masks were not mandatory when I visited in October 2021, and the majority of staff and visitors were not wearing masks. Hand sanitizer was available at a few spots throughout the building. Bathrooms were plentiful and clean, and they also have a gift shop located on the basement level. Parking was also easy to find that day, since there were ample street parking spots. read more
2 years ago
Really enjoyed walking around the capital. Great venue! Not too crowded, very clean. Will have to come back again when we have more time. Highly recommend this place and the history it brings read more
Glad we stopped in at the Capital while visiting Austin. We just walked around and were able to wander around. We were kind of surprised how we could walk around and we didn't see any security except checking in and in the House of Representatives room. A really beautiful place. So intricate. Lots of TX pride when stars everywhere! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Had a really excellent time visiting the Texas State Capitol Building and Museum! They say "everything is bigger in Texas." They definitely make this capitol building a pretty grand experience. This place is steeped in history and really shows how much the state has grown and evolved through the years, from being a part of Mexico all the way to becoming a state. The rotunda gives a sense of grandeur while the many statues and displays around the capitol grounds really round out the historical aspect. Be sure to visit the capitol museum and see the scale replica of the capitol building built in Lego form! :) read more
It is not often you get to visit the largest capitol in the US and receive a free tour that highlights the enormity, the history, and interesting stories behind this impressive building. The house and senate chambers were unfortunately closed when I was visiting because of the winter holiday, but there was still so much to explore, from the main rotunda and 4 floors with the governors' portraits, to the 2 underground floors and capitol extension housing the medals of honor, representative offices, and many headshots of all the previous representatives. There were lots of people when I went on a Friday afternoon, and the tour (30-45 min) had at least 20 people, but I could still hear everything, and our guide was very patient in answering all our questions and making sure everyone was together. read more
We arrived just in time for a tour. Our tour guide was Tracie and she was absolutely lovely! Very professional, warm and showed us around the capital. The tour was complementary - a wonderful way to see the capital and learn. Not to mention, getting out of the heat for a little bit! The grounds were beautiful, green and lush. Lots of stairs in the capital but if you need an elevator, they have some as well. The details here are gorgeous. All of the details in the wood everywhere from the door hinges. A must see! read more
If you are in the area, be sure to take some time to visit the Texas State Capitol in Austin. The venue is free, and very easily accessible on Congress Ave. There are tours every half hour or so, however, i did not have a chance to partake. You have access to pretty much the entire building and all 4 floors of the Capitol. There i s an elevator, or you can walk up. Be sure to check ot the Senate and House of Representatives chambers on the second floor and well as the pictures on the wall. There is also a small gift shop and restrooms on the first floor. read more
*visited October 2021* Stopped by here when looking for something to kill some time, free parking and free access to building was perfect! Read a little bit about the history and admired the architecture, definitely neat to visit if you have free time or are super in to history read more
I've been writing the Capitol letters for years now. I've never had a response. HERE IS AN EXAMPLE OF SOME OF MY CAPITOL LETTERS. The Texas State Capitol is a magnificent and remarkable structure, which is I think the only one that is either taller or bigger then the one in Washington DC, and that's pretty amazing and pretty awesome. I think one of the best things about it is that it dominates the skyline exactly the way you would want it to, although these days they're building so many buildings around here that it's starting to get to where you can't even see the capitol from the highway, which is bizarre, because 10 years ago it was by far the most dominant thing that you would see here in the ATTIX. It's still probably one of the most amazing buildings in the state and reminds me a lot in many ways of the one in Washington DC, but with a little older border-style Texas flair that makes it pretty special. read more
Free tours are offered every 15 minutes and definitely recommend since they're super informative and give you a concise history of the capitol building and of Texas generally. Beautiful building and a must-see if you're visiting Austin. Design based on the DC capitol building but larger because Everything is bigger in Texas! read more
After checking out the Texas State Capitol Visitors Center, I strolled through the huge front lawn area of the Texas State Capitol. Lots of statues to take pictures with and to read all about them. There was one column with names of all the men who fought in and died at the Alamo... I got emotional just by reading their names and it brought tears to my eyes. It was a really nice stroll all around. The Texas State Capitol has free guided tours. They run about 45 mins. I got a chance to join one of these tours. We had a really nice older gentleman who gave our group lots of good history. He had a sense of humor, too. Thank you sir! He first took us to the Senate Chamber and then the House of Representatives Chamber. Some of the original desks, chairs, and phones are still at work LOL. Just amazing how history is still part of our present... it gives me the goosebumps! He then took us to the extension part of the capitol... there are framed pictures of the politicians from both parties dated back to a very long time... sorry, I don't remember the earliest year. What was neat about these framed pictures is that there are also pictures of the politicians children or nieces or nephews... and some of these children followed the footsteps of their parent or aunt or uncle and became politicians themselves... that is very admirable! I had a wonderful time here. Took lots of pictures. It was a really neat place to visit. Don't miss out on visiting the Texas State Capitol when you're in Austin, TX! Tip: Do wear some comfortable shoes because you'll be walking a lot inside. read more
2 years ago
Similarly, to other capitals or places that have rotundas. The texas state capital's rotunda is beautiful expansive and filled with amazing decor. The outside of the rotunda has a beautiful pink terracotta color and the inside is lovely bright creamy shade. The outside grounds are extensive and filled with lovely trees such as red buds and oaks. It's easily a place where you can take a walk and feel the history seeping into your bones. It is surrounded by the cacophony of the city and very close to 6th street and all the live music you could hope for. As Austin has recently grown up quite a bit in the last 20 years. You know that this place has been busy making law for the citizens of the state as well as this lovely city. read more
This is the biggest state capital we've been to so far. Had a great time on the tour and also after the tour. Checked out the library and tried to open every door we could. Found the chapel which was cute. Soooo many paintings all over and so much history. The tour group was huge and the lady did a great job of trying to speak up so everyone could hear. The grounds outside were beautiful also and had alot of cool monuments. read more
4 years ago
6 years ago
Everything is free and there is usually street parking available in the front of the capitol off of 11th street. They really maintain everything well here so you can take beautiful photos, let your kids run around, or just take a stroll around the grounds on a pretty day. You can go inside the building and walk around freely. It is free! Be ready to go through a metal detector and once you get inside you can explore the inside at your own pace. Some important things to know are that the handicap access is ONLY in the back of the building and changing tables are ONLY available on the 2 floor and G level WOMENS restroom. read more
***FREE TOURS AVAILABLE*** *MASKS ARE DISCRETIONARY* Beautiful building and grounds. Seems you can pretty much walk around exploring freely. The tour guides are really knowledgeable and it's free. A quick tour but still, better knowing a little then going off to look around. There's a video for sale at the gift shop with Mathew McCaughey aka "The Voice of Texas" narrating but it's free on YouTube. (You're welcome) Metered Street parking out front A must if you are in the area read more
Incredible architecture and best ever we saw in US till now. Previous to this was state capital in Utah but Texas one is by far the best one. Must visit. You can literally see complete capitol from inside except few private rooms obviously. We saw House of Representatives and all those huge conferences where state laws are made. Most visitor friendly capitol you can ever see. They have guided tour with intervals or else you can take self guided always. Parking can be tough sometimes but we got free street parking on west entrance side. This is must visit place in Austin. read more
2 years ago
I have a goal to visit all state capitals! Texas is #6. This building is beautiful. They offer tours, but we opted to do a self-guided tour. It was fun to walk around the rooms and see the little details throughout. The door hinges were my favorite part! It also was fun to wonder over to see all the composites of the Senate and House, with their mascots (aka kids and grandkids). Also, make sure to stop by the gift store to take a peak at the annual ornaments. read more
4 years ago
One of the most stunning state Capitol buildings you'll see. When I was in college I rolled a stop sign on my road bike and a state trooper pulled me over by the Capitol. Traffic laws apply to bikers too! Keep Austin Weird. read more
4 years ago
It's the state capitol, what more is there to say? The view is cool and the displays are pretty good. Wish there was more space to just chill and relax in the shade, though. read more
4 years ago
I love Capitol buildings. I try to visit as many as I can. And that has been a lot. Including DC. Texas has the best one. I'm really lucky to have my real estate office staring right at it. I've taken tours, visited sessions, aimlessly walked the halls. It's amazing inside and out. Go. Take out of towners. Take locals. It will not disappoint. read more
7 years ago
This place was pretty cool. I had never been inside a state Capitol Building before! And from what I hear, everything is bigger in Texas! I enjoyed the history and architecture. I was on a guided tour, so that definitely helped. I also recommend checking out the grounds outside and the statues. Very interesting. I would definitely recommend friends and family check this out while in Austin. read more
4 years ago
I was impressed by how well maintained everything is. Absolutely beautiful! Check out all the landscaping and the fine architectural details. Try and take the complimentary tour. It's not very long but it's free and well worth it. Many stairs but you can take an elevator. Make sure to take a selfie out front of the gates. It seemed there were 15 of us doing the same. read more
We had a great November visit in perfect fall weather! The state legislature is part-time, and was not in session, so it was easy to move around the area. Impressive to see the great building where the great state of Texas is governed. Bring a zoom lens or a phone with great zoom to capture architectural details. We enjoyed the gray squirrels and oak trees on the grounds. Issues: the portraits and statues do not represent all Texans. Level E1, the first underground extension level, is less interesting. The guest Wi-Fi is slow read more
3 years ago
If you're traveling on a budget this is a great see. Able to go inside without paying a fee. Camp grounds are nicely maintained. Even though they are remodeling the outside. read more
More info about Texas State Capitol
Texas State Capitol Reviews in Other Languages
Ask the Community - Texas State Capitol
Is there wifi guests can join?
Yes inside the Texas State Capitol Building there is free unsecured public access WiFi made available by the Texas Legislative Council, but the bandwidth is limited and if you are unable to connect too many people are on. Also just a few individuals… Read more
Can I bring my toddler to visit the capital? She's 22 months old
Yes, the tour can be self guided. Would not necessarily suggest the guided tour as there are periods of inactivity wherein the guide will describe Capitol features followed by periods of walking to differing destinations over distances...manageable… Read more
Review Highlights - Texas State Capitol
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
28 reviews that are not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
1 year ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
10 years ago
9 years ago
13 years ago
5 years ago
8 years ago
15 years ago
2 months ago
6 years ago
8 years ago
9 years ago
1 year ago
8 years ago
11 years ago
4 years ago
3 years ago
3 years ago
Texas State Capitol - landmarks - Updated May 2026
Best of Austin
People found Texas State Capitol by searching for…
Trending Searches in Austin, TX
Boardwalk near Texas State Capitol
Boat Rental near Texas State Capitol
Botanical Gardens near Texas State Capitol
Bounce House Rentals near Texas State Capitol
Campgrounds near Texas State Capitol
Cheap Plants near Texas State Capitol
Cherry Picking near Texas State Capitol
Cliff Jumping near Texas State Capitol
Flower Shop near Texas State Capitol
Garage Sales near Texas State Capitol
Garden Center near Texas State Capitol
Hidden Gems near Texas State Capitol
Historic Homes near Texas State Capitol
Landmarks & Historical Buildings near Texas State Capitol
Nurseries & Gardening near Texas State Capitol
Outdoor Furniture Stores near Texas State Capitol
Party Equipment Rentals near Texas State Capitol
Pedicure near Texas State Capitol
Photo Spots near Texas State Capitol
Places To Take Pictures near Texas State Capitol
Places To Visit near Texas State Capitol
Places To Walk Around near Texas State Capitol
Public Art near Texas State Capitol
Rv Rental near Texas State Capitol
Scenic Drive near Texas State Capitol
Scenic Night View near Texas State Capitol
Sunset View near Texas State Capitol
Table And Chair Rentals near Texas State Capitol
Browse Articles
Browse Nearby
BEST of Austin, Texas Coffee near Texas State Capitol
BEST of Austin, Texas Restaurants near Texas State Capitol
BEST of Austin, Texas Things to Do near Texas State Capitol
BEST of Austin, Texas Breakfast near Texas State Capitol
BEST of Austin, Texas Photo Spots near Texas State Capitol
BEST of Austin, Texas Scenic Drive near Texas State Capitol
BEST of Austin, Texas Sightseeing near Texas State Capitol
Browse Brands
Related Searches in Austin, TX
Best Lookout Points to Visit in Austin, Texas
Best Nature Trails for Hiking in Austin, Texas
Book Engaging Historical Tours in Austin, Texas
Discover Charming Historic Homes in Austin, Texas
Discover Famous Monuments in Austin, Texas
Discover Historic Sites and Places in Austin, Texas
Discover Popular Landmarks in Austin, Texas
Discover Popular Photo Spots in Austin, Texas
Discover Stunning Skyline View Spots in Austin, Texas
Discover Top Nature Parks to Visit in Austin, Texas
Discover Top Points of Interest in Austin, Texas
Discover Top Scenic Spots to Visit in Austin, Texas
Discover Top State Parks to Visit in Austin, Texas
Discover the Best Interactive Museum in Austin, Texas
Discover the Best Military Museum in Austin, Texas
Discover the Best Tourist Attractions in Austin, Texas
Discover the History With Plantation Tours in Austin, Texas
Enjoy Arts & Entertainment in Austin, Texas
Enjoy the Best Walking Trails in Austin, Texas
Explore Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Austin, Texas
Explore Beautiful Castles and Landmarks in Austin, Texas
Explore Beautiful Parks and Green Spaces in Austin, Texas
Explore Free Things to Do Around Austin, Texas
Explore Popular Scenic Overlook Points in Austin, Texas
Explore Popular Scenic Views Near Austin, Texas
Explore Popular View Points Around Austin, Texas
Explore Top Art Galleries Located in Austin, Texas
Explore Top History Museums in Austin, Texas
Explore Venues & Event Spaces in Austin, Texas
Explore the Tourists Must See List in Austin, Texas
Find Beautiful Views in Austin, Texas
Find Top Art Museums in Austin, Texas
Find the Best Bridge Spots in Austin, Texas
Find the Best Playgrounds to Visit in Austin, Texas
Great Things to See and Do in Austin, Texas
Must-See Tourist Attractions Around Austin, Texas
Popular Picnic Spots to Visit in Austin, Texas
Popular Places to Take Pictures in Austin, Texas
Popular Places to Walk Around in Austin, Texas
Popular Things to Do in Austin, Texas
Popular Things to See in Austin, Texas
Top Hiking Trails to Explore in Austin, Texas
Top Historic Restaurants to Try in Austin, Texas
Top Museums for Kids to Visit in Austin, Texas
Top Places to Visit in Austin, Texas for Sightseeing
Tour Famous Lighthouses Located in Austin, Texas
Tour Popular Historical Sites in Austin, Texas
Visit Beautiful Gardens in Austin, Texas
People who viewed Texas State Capitol also viewed
Texas Capitol Visitors Center
81 reviews
Downtown
LBJ Presidential Library
303 reviews
University of Texas
Pennybacker Bridge
116 reviews
Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge
12 reviews
Town Lake
360 Scenic Overlook
23 reviews
The Governor's Mansion - Texas
9 reviews
Downtown
Bats Under the Congress Avenue Bridge
531 reviews
Warehouse District, Downtown
Camp Mabry
14 reviews
Tarryton/Exposition Blvd.
Austin History Center
5 reviews
Downtown
Travis County Exposition Center
26 reviews