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Idaho State Capitol Building

700 West Jefferson St, (Currently closed for renovation and expansion.), Boise, ID 83702
+1 208 334 5174
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Ranked #4 of 78 attractions in Boise
Type: Government Buildings, Monuments/ Statues
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Boise, Idaho
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

A beautiful building which is clearly the centerpiece of downtown Boise. The inside is decorated in gorgeous marble. The dome is reminiscent of a European dome. Truly an awe-inspiring building symbolizing American ingenuity.

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Goodyear, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is an extremely beautiful Capitol Building. Booklet available for a self-guided tour. Highly recommend a visit to this beautiful building.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

easy access and good displays made this an interesting visit. You can walk through the house and senate chambers, and use the stairs or elevator if needed.

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Boise, Idaho
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

I took some out of town guest to see downtown Boise. One stop they insisted on making was to the Capital Building. I had never actually visited before, though I have driven by it many times. Everyone left impressed.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

We walked around and went inside -- what a lovely rotunda! Definitely worth a look. Beautiful grounds. We walked there and picnicked in the park right next to it.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

After dinner one night a group of us went for a walk and ended up in front of the Capital Building. We were very surprised to find that it was open so we entered and visited both the senate and house chambers. The inside is absolutely beautiful. This is only the second state capital that I have visited. Our Alaska... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

If you are in Boise, and you have some spare time- you must definitely tour the Idaho State Capitol Building. It is truly one of the most gorgeous places I've ever been. I could stand for hours in awe of the beautiful interior and detail. Downstairs in the basement (I think) is a wonderful museum about the Capitol building. It... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

Amazing... very interesting and everyone including the security had so much info to guide us on our self tour, just wonderful!

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San Francisco, California, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

No one's there on a Sunday but the building is open to walk around. Beautiful interior, excellent attention to detail.

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Draper, Utah
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

Nice, but pretty much the same as other capitol buildings in other states. Nothing too spectacular. Would not go out of my way to visit here.

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