Capitol Campus' grounds are open to the public dawn to dusk every day.

The Legislative Building is open 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends and most holidays. The building is closed on Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

Learn more about visiting hours.

Most of the time, yes. Visitor parking costs $2 per hour weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but is free on evenings and weekends. Parking meters accept credit and debit cards.

Learn more about parking on Capitol Campus.

Yes. Parking for visitors or employees with disabilities is available in all lots and garages on Capitol Campus.

Check out the ADA parking map (PDF 246 KB) and get information on accessible doors and parking for the Legislative Building.

Intercity Transit buses make multiple stops along Capitol Way. The stops closest to the Legislative Building are located at the intersections of 11th Avenue Southeast and 14th Avenue Southeast.

Visit the Washington State Legislature for information regarding the legislative session calendar.

During legislative session, the Legislative Building is open from 7 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Learn more about visiting hours.

Yes. Dogs and other pets are welcome on campus grounds, but they are not allowed inside buildings. For the safety and enjoyment of all visitors, pets must always be under your physical control and cleaned up after. Service animals can be dogs of any breed and size that are trained to perform a task directly related to a person’s disability. 

Learn more about service animals and pets on campus.

Food and drinks are allowed on Capitol Campus grounds as long as waste is disposed of properly. Food and drinks may be prohibited in buildings on campus. Alcohol is not allowed anywhere on campus.

No. Drones are not allowed at Capitol Campus unless otherwise approved.

Learn more about Capitol Campus drone policies.

Yes. Backpacks, bags, and purses are allowed in the Legislative Building.

Yes. You're allowed to take photos on Capitol Campus grounds and inside the Legislative Building. However, tripods and other large equipment are not allowed.

Learn more about Capitol Campus photography policies.