The Pennsylvania Capitol

A National Historic Landmark
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Visit The Capitol

Everything you need to know about visiting the Capitol.

Book a Tour

Book a guided tour of the beautiful PA State Capitol building.

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Capitol Tours :

 

Your safety is important to us. We ask that you comply with the following guidelines.

Tours fill quickly. We recommend scheduling in advance. Walk-ins are welcome according to availability.

Arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour time and check in with the guide at the information desk.

Tours take approximately 30 minutes. 

Our tours are limited to 40 guests total per tour. Book your tour online at www.pacapitol.com. You may now book one year in advance.

As a reminder self- guided tours are not permitted weekends and holidays.

Sincerely, the Capitol Tour Guides.

Capitol Maps

 

Capitol Building

A map and listing of rooms of the Capitol Building.

Capitol Complex

A map of the Pennsylvania Capitol Complex and its surrounding landmarks.

Plan A Visit

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  • Keystone Classroom
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  • Frequently Asked Questions
On this day in 1985
William Penn and his wife, Hannah Callowhill Penn, were granted honorary citizenship of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

About the Capitol

Pennsylvania's State Capitol, proclaimed as one of the most beautiful in the nation, is a priceless architectural and artistic treasure, a majestic symbol of history and power, and an icon of democracy and freedom.

Learn More

Links

  • Parking Information
  • General Assembly (opens in a new window)
  • PA.gov
  • Capitol Preservation Committee (opens in a new window)
  • Commonwealth Directory (opens in a new window)
  • The Office of the Secretary of the Senate (opens in a new window)
  • Library of the Senate of Pennsylvania (opens in a new window)
  • Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives (opens in a new window)
  •   Senate Library of Pennsylvania (opens in a new window)
  •   Pennsylvania Legislature (opens in a new window)


Contact Capitol Visitor Services

  • Commonwealth Avenue, Harrisburg, PA Pennsylvania
  • Phone: 1-800-868-7672
  • E-mail: Send us a Message
  • Instagram: @PaStateCapitol (opens in a new window)
  • Facebook: @PaCapitolTours (opens in a new window)
  • Gift Shop Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. regular weekdays

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