Legislative Building Tours
We offer free 50-minute tours of the Legislative Building, also known as the Capitol Building, several times a day, most days. Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis from the Tour Information Desk, inside the main entrance.
Inside the Legislative Building
The Legislative Building is home to the Washington State Legislature and the offices of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, and State Treasurer. It was completed in 1928 and is the tallest building with a masonry dome in North America at 287-feet high. The interior is decorated with Tiffany chandeliers and marbles from five countries. Learn more about the history of the Legislative Building.
Our guided tours are led by talented volunteers who serve as ambassadors for this beautiful building. Our expert guides are excited to share their knowledge of the architecture and history of the Capitol. A guided tour of the Legislative Building includes the North Foyer, Rotunda, State Reception Room, and Legislative Galleries.
Tour schedule
Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis. At your preferred tour time, go to the Tour Information Desk, located just inside the main entrance. Please note, on rare occasions that volunteers are not available, tours may be canceled.
Reservations are required for group tours of 10 or more people. Make a reservation by calling 360-902-8880. We have a limit of 20 reserved spots per tour.
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Monday through Friday |
10 a.m. |
11 a.m. |
12 p.m. |
1 p.m. |
2 p.m. |
3 p.m. |
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Saturdays, Sundays, select holidays |
11:30 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. |
1:30 p.m. |
2:30 p.m. |
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View general visiting hours for the Legislative Building.
Tours are unavailable:
- Nov. 11 at 11:30 a.m.
- Dec. 3
- Dec. 10 at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m.
- Dec. 17 at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and noon
- Jan. 7
