It's beautiful staircase looks like one from the Paris Opera. Over 100,000 people per year enjoy a free tour of Harrisburg's Capitol building. Walk across a plaza to the Forum building, housing the State Library, an extensive Law Library and genealogical search room for visitors. You will want to reserve your tour as far in advance as possible. Allow 40 minutes for a tour.
Tours are available weekdays, weekends, and some holidays.
No tours are given on New Year's Day, Christmas Day, Easter Sunday, or Thanksgiving. You can also explore Pennsylvania government at work by visiting the Welcome Center at the Capitol. Photographs on this page courtesy The Dauphin County Historical Society . Now, you can see and experience the atmosphere and attractions of South Central Pennsylvania right in your own home. Inc. All rights reserved.