Tour the Utah State Capitol Building
CultureEasyYear-round
Explore the majestic rotunda and white Georgia marble halls of one of the most beautiful capitol buildings in the nation.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for at least 60 to 90 minutes to explore both the interior rotunda and the manicured outdoor grounds.
- 2Use the free visitor parking lot located on the east side of the complex off East Capitol Boulevard.
- 3Bring a wide-angle lens or smartphone to capture the full scale of the 165-foot dome and ceiling murals.
- 4Visit the fourth-floor gallery to get a bird's-eye view of the House and Senate chambers when they are not in session.
- 5Carry a valid photo ID if you intend to join one of the free, volunteer-led guided tours offered on the hour.
- 6Walk the 0.7-mile paved loop around the exterior to see the copper dome and the Salt Lake Valley skyline.
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