Iowa State Capitol

Iowa State Capitol is a capitol building East Village Des Moines located in United States.

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1007 E Grand Ave (at E 9th) Des Moines , IA 50319 United States

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Tony

The grounds of the Capitol is one of the best places to get a great view of downtown. Beautiful sunsets

Erik Rowley

The most beautiful State Capitol in the U.S. Take a tour of this golden domed gem. I was lucky enough to perform my alto sax playing in the senate chamber years ago.

Jake Smith

Make sure you have a camera strap on your camera , or you won't be able to take pictures from the top of the dome. Don't miss the law library , it's gorgeous.

Sarah Davelaar

If you think it's impressive by day, drive by at night when it's beautiful all lit up!

Jason Mrachina

One of the true icons of Des Moines. Take the free tour , allow an hour to walk the grounds . This is Iowa at its best

Margot G

It's very beautiful! There is so much detail in every part of the building. The ceilings are fantastic!

Kerri Sorrell

One of the most beautiful capitols in the nation. Free tours include a 275 ft trip up in the dome and a breathtaking Law Library . Make sure to talk a walk around the gardens and monuments on the hill .

Jerry Ghazali

One of the most beautiful capitols in the nation. Free tours include a 275 ft trip up in the dome and a breathtaking Law Library . Make sure to talk a walk around the gardens and monuments on the hill .

Jason Mrachina

Take the free tour , it's worth the time. Don't miss the law library . Bring your camera , tripods welcome

C-SPAN

The Iowa State Capitol Building is the only five domed capitol building in the country . Check out this C-SPAN video for more info. Read more

Bob

A Must see tour very ornate eclectic and beautiful to see

Mark Bolin

Very gracious guards let us in 5 minutes to 5 PM and we were able to self tour the Senate and House chambers in 20 minutes to mark capitol building 45 of 50 off our list. Tip: Avoid Tornados

Evan[Bu]

Yup that's pure gold! Come take a glance at one of the coolest looking Capitol buildings in the United States . Welcome to Des Moines, Iowa!

Josh Garrett

Great sidewalks and trails to walk your dogs. Mine love to run down the hill ...although I have to try to keep up!

Shannon Jeropke

Take the tour inside or just explore the gorgeous grounds !

Bryce Williams

If you're unable to take the extended dome tour , be sure to stop by the tour desk on the first floor and ask about a standard tour . It's very informative, and you still get a partial dome tour . Read more

Ben Baron

Walk through and see the history exhibits and architecture .

Alanya Cantellya

Very beautiful building! We only saw the outside but I hope to return one day for a visit!

Dan Johnson

Watch out for deer - seriously, I recently hit one running between here and the Judicial Branch on Court.

drew tarvin

One of the coolest looking state buildings I've seen so far.

Charlie Smithson

Take a tour . Great historical info and experience beauty of building.

Estepha Francisque

Veeeery cool place. Make sure to see the library !

Timothy Möhle

Beautiful interiors and outside too

g oconnor

Magnificent at night. Hot after-hours bar scene within blocks

Brian

Go inside to see the dome/ceiling

Graham Garner

Great art and architecture .

Dan Dankert

Come check out the "Page Bench " inside the House of Representatives!

Gregory Hauenstein

There is an ATM on the ground floor for convenient access to your bribe money.

Mohd Rohaizad Kuala Perlis

Beautiful capitol building @ Iowa State

Jeffrey Martin

Ring a replica of the Liberty Bell on the grounds just east of the Capitol Building . Read more

John Nimit

Great place to go.

Mark Rom

The majesty of good government

Matt Ivey

Good luck finding a spot to park ! Better plan to arrive 30 minutes early....

Charlie Smithson

Most beautiful building in the state .

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Charles Edge

'I don't make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts'. Will Rogers

Kensie Smith

Run up the stairs like Rocky for a good training boost. Sing while doing so!

Ted Coppock

Climate March rallye

Erin Neswold-Woolsey

Thunder run

Michael Sadler

Hours of boredom, followed by minutes of sheer terror!

Steve Talbott

Sweet Gold Dome!

Mohd Hissham

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Robin Pryor

occupy your rights