State Capitol
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Saturday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Sunday, closed
Hours
The Minnesota State Capitol building is open to the public Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (effective February 17). Saturday hours are 10:00 AM–3:00 PM. The building is closed on Sundays.
State Capitol Security Screening
Weapons screening will take place at the Capitol. The primary public entrance is located on the south ground/street level underneath the main Capitol steps. For more information, please visit the Department of Public Safety's webpage.
Tours
Tour an architectural masterpiece by influential architect Cass Gilbert. From its grand stairs to its historic legislative chambers to the public works of art surrounding the building, there's always something to see at the State Capitol. Take a free guided tour to see the restoration effort up close or take your own self-guided tour .
Cafeteria
Rathskeller
The Rathskeller is open during legislative session only. It is located on the north side of the Capitol's basement level.
Hours:- Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM–1:30 PM
- Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
- Menu
Catering service is available from Taher Capitol Complex Dining Services at 651-224-3004.
How to Get Here
- There are three (3) Light Rail stations located in the Capitol Complex including the Rice Street Station, just west of the State Capitol Building.
- There are many parking facilities on the complex that include pay stations for visitor parking.
- Long term parking contracts are also available.
Access Information
The loading dock for the Capitol Building is at the Minnesota Senate Building, 95 University Ave. W., St. Paul, MN 55155. Loading dock is on the north side of building on Sherburne Avenue. Loading dock can accommodate straight trucks only; no semi-tractor trailers
Building Occupants/Tenants
Attorney General's Office
Governor's Office
House of Representatives
Minnesota Historical Society
Senate
Year Built/Architect
1905: Cass Gilbert
2015-2017: Historic Restoration (JE Dunn Construction)
Building Area
378,825 square feet
Key Contact Information
Admin Facilities Management Service Line: 651-201-2300
Building Manager: Jerry Krueger
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