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Utah State Capitol
4.7(3,821)4.7 out of 5 stars, 3821 reviews Salt Lake City, UT
About Utah State Capitol
The Utah State Capitol offers a stunning architectural experience combined with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, making it a worthwhile visit for families looking for both educational and scenic outings.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a quick educational outingVisitors wanting to enjoy scenic views and take photographsParents interested in teaching their children about state history and governmentAll ages - suitable for young children to adultsParticularly engaging for families with children interested in history and architecture
Why families love it
- Gorgeous marble interior from Georgia
- Impressive views from the Capitol steps
- Beautiful rotunda and hall with art exhibits
- Free guided tours available daily at 3 pm and 4 pm
- Family-friendly environment with people-watching opportunities
- Free entry and guided tours
Insider tips
- Plan to visit during the guided tour times for a more informative experience
- Bring a camera for stunning photo opportunities, especially with the mountains in the background
- Consider visiting on a weekday to avoid larger crowds
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during weekends or holidays when crowds are larger
- Times when specific areas are closed for renovations
- Some areas, like the assembly room, may be closed for renovations
- Limited museum-like exhibits compared to other state capitols
- Crowds
- Less crowded during weekdays compared to weekends
- Value
- Free entry with no hidden costs; guided tours enhance the experience without any charge, providing good value compared to other paid attractions in the area.
- Food
- No food or drink allowed inside the Capitol building
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrances and pathways
- Safety
- Security checks at entrances
What parents say
"The Capitol has just been redone, and it is gorgeous. The marble is from Georgia. The paintings are amazing. The most lavish room was the room where the Governor greets visitors. They saw everything in it that looks like gold-is gold. The supreme court is quite lovely as well. However the most extraordinary thing is the view from the top of the Capitol steps. Nothing is so magnificent as nature, and Salt Lake is surrounded by it."
a month ago
"Refreshing view with historical building. Went there for a quick stop before I left Utah. The view tho so worth the time. It’s not just the place, the location also great. I saw a lot of people walking by just to enjoy the sun and the view."
2 weeks ago
"A very impressive state capitol! We've been to a bunch of capitols, and this one ranks highly in terms of its setting, on a hill with majestic snowy mountains behind it. The main rotunda and hall is absolutely beautiful and I can see why so many couples get their wedding pictures done there (we saw 8 brides while we were visiting - great people watching). There are a few art exhibits, sculptures, and display cases about the state, but it is less of a museum than some other capitols. The assembly room was closed for renovations when we were there and had been for a few months, they said (March "
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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