Capitol Tours
Guided Tour Hours
| Guided Tour Days | Tours Start | Last Tour Departs |
|---|---|---|
| Monday through Friday | 9:30 a.m. | 3:30 p.m. |
| Saturday and Sunday | 12:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. |
On Monday through Friday, guided tours of the Capitol are available periodically between 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. with the last tour departing at 3:30 p.m.
On Saturday and Sunday, guided tours of the Capitol are available periodically between 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. with the last tour departing at 3:30 p.m.
Self-guided tours of the Capitol and Grounds are allowed daily. Visitors are welcome to pick up free self-guided Capitol and Grounds tour brochures at the Capitol north entry or Capitol Information and Guide Services Office in Capitol Room 1S.2.
Visitor Information
Guided tours of the Texas Capitol take visitors through key areas of the building, providing insights into Texas history and the Texas Legislature.
Please be aware that historic buildings often have uneven floors, narrow staircases, and other hazards that may cause you to trip, slip, or fall. For information on accessibility and precautions please visit Accessibility Services.
Capitol Tours are free.
All tours leave from inside the South Foyer outside the tour guides office in the Capitol.
Tours generally depart every 30 to 45 minutes and last for approximately 30 minutes.
Please call in advance to request a foreign language tour.
Photography is permitted. Visitors and building occupants may be walking through the area or you may be asked to move if you are blocking access.
The Capitol is closed on Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Group Tours
Please call to make a reservation for groups larger than 10 people.
Groups with more than 40 people will require multiple tour times.
If scheduling tours for schools, youth groups, camps, or scout groups, please review the Field Trips Page.
Please call as soon as possible to secure your preferred date and time as tour times fill quickly.
Self-Guided Tour
| Touring Days | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|
| Monday through Friday | 7:00 a.m. | 6:00 p.m. |
| Saturday and Sunday | 9:00 a.m. | 6:00 p.m. |
The Capitol is open for self-touring Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Brochures are available outside Capitol Room 1S.2.
Please note that building hours may be extended during the Legislative Session to accommodate related business.
The Capitol is closed on Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
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