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South Dakota State Capitol Building

Take a guided or self-guided tour of the grand South Dakota State Capitol building. Capitol Lake and grounds showcase the historic war momuments and memorials. Stroll around capitol lake or on the nearby Trail of Governors: a series of bronze statues of the governors of South Dakota.

The Capitol Building is located close by Hyde Stadium.

GUIDED TOURS

Based upon the availability of volunteer tour guides, Capitol Building tours are provided daily, including weekends and must be scheduled at least 48 hours (Business days) in advance. Please call 605-773-3688 to schedule your tour of the Capitol.

Tours take approximately one hour. Tours will begin at the North Entrance of the State Capitol unless other arrangements are requested when scheduling tours.

Buses are asked to park on Broadway Avenue, directly North of the Capitol, or on Nicollet Avenue, directly West of the Capitol, after dropping off their passengers.

SELF-GUIDED TOUR BOOKS

Self-Guided Tour and Activity booklets are available for those visitors who wish to tour the Capitol on their own. The booklets are located near the entrance to the Annex inside the North entrance to the Capitol, and on Second Floor in the Rotunda, near the front doors.

Accessibility

Wheelchairs are available inside the Limited Mobility entrance on the west side of the Capitol. Please return wheelchairs to their proper location after use. Info for Visitors with Disabilities.

Website

605-773-3688

500 E. Capitol Ave. Pierre, SD 57501

Hours of Operation

Open to public M-F, 8am-5pm.
Weekends/holidays 8am-5pm.

Seasonal Hours

Beginning the Wednesday before Thanksgiving holiday through the end of Legislative Session, the Capitol is open 8am-10pm.
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building
South Dakota State Capitol Building

Christmas at the Capitol

Christmas at the Capitol is always a magical time of year in South Dakota's capitol city! A grand Christmas tree as well as smaller ones are brought in and decorated by many local and statewide businesses. Throughout the capitol building, Christmas scenes and displays bring the season to life with special themed decor each year. There is always a lighting ceremony to open the celebration as well as a full schedule of festive events you wont want to miss!

Visit the Christmas at the Capitol Facebook page or website to learn more about this cherished tradition!
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