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State Capitol

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468 Reviews

#5 of 37 things to do in Charleston

Sights & Landmarks, Architectural Buildings, Government Buildings

1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25305-0009

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“Impressive even when closed!”

So....the website may say "open" the day after Thanksgiving, rest assured it is not! Still, we... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

Philip C

York

“A Capitol Experience ”

The grounds, buildings & statues of the West Virginia State Capitol are perfect for a variety of... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

304Beth

Charleston, West Virginia

via mobile

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4.5 468 reviews

Excellent62%
Very good29%
Average7%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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“gold dome”(50 reviews)

“beautiful building”(54 reviews)

“gold leaf”(15 reviews)

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Designed by influential architect Cass Gilbert, this grand building, the highest state capitol dome in the United States, is open to the public for tours and features decadent interior details like marble walls a massive crystal chandelier.

Suggested duration: < 1 hour

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1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25305-0009

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+1 304-558-2000

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Philip C

York

344232

Reviewed 1 week ago

Impressive even when closed!

So....the website may say "open" the day after Thanksgiving, rest assured it is not! Still, we were able to wander around inside - no sight of security, rotunda closed for repairs, and legislative chambers locked. Great grounds, however. Not about to return to Charleston, WV,...More

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Philip C

599tomf

Fort Atkinson

22357

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

I dislike the term "worst", so the least interesting of any capitol visit.

We have been to the nation's capitol and about ten state capitols and this was the least informative, instructive, and interesting of any. Our guide clearly had a memorized script, which largely consisted of where the marble came from and dates of construction. No anecdotes...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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304Beth

Charleston, West Virginia

191

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

A Capitol Experience

The grounds, buildings & statues of the West Virginia State Capitol are perfect for a variety of occasions from a simple relaxing walk to a glorious wedding.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank 304Beth

joanna_walters2002

5910

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Took a casual walking tour of the capitol.

When going inside the various buildings are are security check points where you have to go through a metal detector as well as your purse or personal items going through the x ray screeners. Personell are polite and help to direct you to what area's...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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Tiffanie L

Florida

9434

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Cool building.

Interesting history. Cool structure and monuments along the riverfront. We didn’t stay long. Not teenagers favorite thing.

Date of experience: November 2018

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AmarilisVos

Jabbeke, Belgium

526246

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Rotunda closed for restoration

After the security check we went to the information desk for a guided tour. Unfortunately the rotunda is closed because of restoration for the next two years. Alex, our guide did a good job and answered all our questions. You will see the senate and...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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57Klas

Upplands-Vasby, Sweden

43135

Reviewed November 6, 2018 via mobile

Beautiful State Capitol Building

Another beautiful State house on our US tour. It’s definitely worth a visit both inside and around at the outside. Spend at least two hours for the visit.

Date of experience: September 2018

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Patricia K

486

Reviewed November 4, 2018 via mobile

No tour:(

The capitol was beautiful on the outside, but the rotunda was closed for repair. The website said there were tours on Saturdays, but there were not. Another family was also there for a tour. We were told by a capitol employee that there are no...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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BobH1797

Malone, New York

173

Reviewed November 4, 2018

Gorgeous structure

Stunning architecture and richly appointed legislative chambers. Fitting for a state capitol of West Virginia.

Date of experience: October 2018

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IllinoisKate1

Chicago, Illinois

749573

Reviewed October 30, 2018

Nice capitol building

Interior dome under construction. Exterior dome beautiful. Tour guide lacked passion and personality. Loved the chandeliers, variety marble and ceilings.