California State Capitol Museum, Sacramento
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California State Capitol - by Joel Durkee on Unsplash





Description
The California State Capitol Museum comprises the grounds and building of the State Legislature in Sacramento (since 1869). Visitors can tour various restored offices on the first floor such as those of the Treasurer, Secretary of State or Governor and the basement comprises the tour office, a mural and a theatre with short documentaries. The 16ha grounds feature over 150 memorials to significant events and people involving California.
Access & Transport
Address: 1315 10th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 The "Cathedral Square' (Blue) and 'Archives Plaza Station' (Blue, Gold, Green) are both only 200m away. The nearest parking garage is the City of Sacramento-Capitol Garage on 10th and L Street. Metered parking is available on all sides of the Capitol building and surrounding areas. Accessibility info: https://capitolmuseum.ca.gov/visit/#accessibility
Instructions & Recommendations
Public tours run weekdays on the hour from 10:00 to 16h00 (limited to 20 individuals on a first-come, first-served basis). Sign up for the tour at the Information Desk in the 1st Floor Rotunda. Phones, cameras and video recorders are not allowed in the gallery. Outside food and beverages of any kind, including bottles and cans are not allowed
Environmental & Social
Min. environmental impact from the "museum" itself and helps preserve the state's history
Conclusion
The California State Capitol is a 'nice to see' monument when visiting Sacramento but for international travellers it may feel a little underwhelming in comparison to the other museums and sights that California has to offer!
Key positive
Nice grounds and building
Centrally located and no fees
Key negative
Nothing really exceptional
Suitability
Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 15m
est. visit time:1h 15m
Monday10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday10:00 - 17:00
Thursday10:00 - 17:00
Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday -
Sunday -