Michigan State Capitol
Michigan State Capitol
4.5
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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Designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1992, this building has served as Michigan's seat of state government since its completion in 1879.
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Tim M
Suffolk, VA19 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Beautiful building and historically accurate. Tour starts out in Heritage Hall, on the north side, with a short, very well done video that gives a nice overview. Our tour guide, Jacob, was excellent and very knowledgeable. He allowed time for those who needed to use the elevator and obviously enjoys what he does. This is our 50th state capitol and, I have to say, one of the better ones!
Written 25 June 2024
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Denise K
Woodridge, Illinois, United States558 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
The tour guide was very knowledgeable. I have seen 14 capitols. This was one of the better tours. We got to peek in the Governor’s office, saw the House and Senate from the balcony and the old Supreme Court. One negative was that the liberty bell replica is not viewable to the public. It is in Constitution Hall. However, the security guard was able to call someone to get us an escort to see the bell.
Written 29 June 2024
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Brian C
3 contributions
Mar 2024 • Business
Visiting the historic Capital City of Michigan. A very nice place to visit is the State Capitol. Limited parking on the street. Several parking ramps and lots. Parking isn't a problem; unlike Metropolitain Cities. Food and spirits are available inside. Each nearby block has dining.
Written 4 February 2025
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Diane B
Fairview Heights, IL355 contributions
Jun 2022
We were given a brief history of Michigan and how Lansing became the capital. The lady who conducted the tour was fabulous! She was able to answer all questions and took us into the House, Senate, and former State Supreme Court rooms. (Masks were not required and only 5 of us in the group of 40 wore them.) Parking is available on the street around the capitol and you must pay with a credit card. Construction is ongoing on one side of the building which will be a visitor's center. It is a beautiful building.
Written 28 June 2022
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MidwestKathM
Detroit, MI1 138 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Recently had occasion to plan a daytrip for family visiting from out West. The Michigan State Capitol, in tandem with other nearby sites, was a perfect site to take in! After going through security, we began to walk through the building, floor by floor, wing by wing. The Rotunda was not open as it is undergoing a yearlong refresh, although we could see some of the Governor portraits. Still there is plenty of other sites throughout the building to enjoy. Designed by Elijah Myers, built in the 1870s, the building features the work of some of the best artisans of the day. The iron staircases. Beautiful hardwood. Stunning ceilings and walls. Light fixtures and door handles and even door hinges feature the state capitol and other state symbols. We stopped in the State Senate chambers and talked with the Sergeant at Arms. We watched the State House in chambers. We were to peek into the Governor's Office. Free admission. Plenty of metered parking on the streets. Definitely worth a return visit!!
Written 25 October 2023
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dambanker
Toronto, Canada1 924 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Was in the area so I stopped in for a quick visit. Went early in the morning and found lots of parking. The woodworking throughout was very interesting, especially the chandeliers. Unfortunately the rotunda was under construction when I was there. Lots of history inside and worth a visit.
Written 5 October 2023
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IrishFan2014
Alpena, MI86 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Stopped at the state capital building while traveling through the Lansing area. Lawmakers were not in session so not much going on however it was nice to look around with the capitol building quiet. Rotunda is under construction but was able able to walk around inside and see the past governors portraits. Gentlemen at the visitors desk was very friendly and helpful.
Written 17 August 2023
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berky2010
Onondaga, MI34 contributions
Jun 2019
One of the most interesting things about the interior design of our state capitol is that many of the finishes are faux paint effects. Years ago I used to walk through the capitol on my way to work, from the downtown Lansing bus stop. I could walk up the steps and open the enormous wooden front doors. Now, for security and preservation reasons, those entrances are no longer used. There are many unique characteristics of our capitol which you can learn from tour guides.
Written 20 January 2020
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AndyB5542
Minneapolis, MN4 322 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
We took one of the early tours, and we’re the only ones. Our guide was very knowledgeable and engaging. We got to see the chambers of the Representatives, the Governor’s ceremonial office and the old Supreme Court chamber.
The art on all of the walls is well worth the trip.
The art on all of the walls is well worth the trip.
Written 30 June 2022
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greatauntie27
Prior Lake, MN54 contributions
May 2022
We joined a well behaved group of third graders for the tout. The guide was excellent. While it was definitely geared to young children we learned quite a bit and enjoyed the give and take of the kids.
Written 31 May 2022
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It as handicap ramps and an elevator.
Written 28 August 2018
The tour is free. Out tour guide was knowledgeable and diligent in sharing the information he knew. We had a choice to join a school/day camp class or wait for another time and chose to go with the group and it was fun and interesting to hear the questions for the younger children.
Written 27 February 2018
Where is the most convenient least expensive place to park for a visit to the capital building?
Written 17 March 2017
I guess it depends when you visit. When we were there we parked for free on the street. I think there was also metered parking in the vicinity.
Written 17 March 2017
Hi do u have reg tours or do you call for a tour? , the click to website says the website has changed.....
Written 10 February 2016
Scalp before you go. The tours are free and they do have a schedule. The tour guides are very knowledgable.
Written 18 February 2016
We just walked in and joined a tour that was starting. You can also do a self guided tour.
Written 10 September 2017
Yes. No steps to enter the building. Elevators will take you to the upper floors.
Written 17 June 2015
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