Texas State Capitol

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9 expert reviews

“Dominating Austin's skyline, the Renaissance Revival-style capitol was built in 1888 (Elijah E. Myers) of red granite and limestone.”

– Michelin Guide

Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The famous red-granite dome makes for some beautiful photos. Inside, capture yourself in the rotunda or with portraits of Texas governors and presidents of the Republic of Texas." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The architecture is great and it had plenty of 'Texas' detailing, from the light fixtures in the main hall...to the door hinges to the flooring." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"It is no secret that Austin is one of the fittest cities in the US, and come February, this city closes it's streets from Downtown to North Austin and summons their citizens and visitors..." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The capitol building was completed in 1888, and Austinites have been pretty darn proud of it ever since." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
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"Much of the capitol, including the 218-foot rotunda, the chamber of the Hall of Representatives and the governor's receiving room, still look the same as they did when the capitol opened." Full review
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