This is a must! We would have done the official tour if the timings worked, but as the next tour was over an hour's wait we decided to do a self-tour. There wasn't a session taking place so we got to see the House Chamber in all its splendour. The most beautiful room, steeped in history. The security guard gave... More

Beautifully sited on Beacon Hill, this building is one of the most gorgeous in the U.S., blending Palladian and Federal styles. From the exterior, it sits atop Boston Common and commands a view of the park and the city. The interior is loaded with art works, murals, stained glass, marble and high ceilings. A very grand place.

You can tell that this state house gets a lot of use as the floors seem kind of run down. We went in the General Hooker (great name) entrance and had to go through a quick security gate. We winded our way down a couple of halls and find an exhibit area/gift shop area. There wasn't really clear signs as... More

From the gold dome, to the intricate woodcarvings and paneling, this State Capitol building is beautiful, as well as being a substantial piece of history.

There is so much to see here. The Hall of Flags is one of my favorite rooms. This is best for older children and adults.

We happened to visit during an NRA demonstration which was noisy but interesting. Once through security you really are given the run of the building and can organise your own tour if one isn't on soon. Visit the House of Representatives gallery to watch the live debate which on this occasion was about transport policy (much to the annoyance of... More

This old statehouse is worth a stop if you have the time. Many interesting events siginficant in Massachussetts as well as US history have occurred here. The tour we had was pretty good though our tour guide seemed to spend an undue amount of time complaning about how long it took to elect a female member to the Massachussetts legislature.... More

I spent more than 30 years working in the State House. It is a beautiful building constructed in stages over the past 200 years, the oldest part, the Senate chamber fairly simple but formal with the central part glorious. Take a tour in this working museum where tourists walk among politician and young staff people. Make sure you enter both... More

If you are visiting Boston this is a must see. The architecture is spectacular, while I have never taken an official tour I plan to do this very soon. As a career employee of the Commonwealth I have had the honor of seeing much of this wonderful historic building during my carreer. While I have recently retired I look forward... More