Capitol tours are conducted every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Easter. The Capitol Information and Guide Service is located on the first floor of the Capitol in the South wing. Guides are stationed in the Senate Chamber, and the old Supreme Court Room to answer questions and tell visitors about these areas. The guides are usually college students. Tours are given in some foreign languages as well as English.
Tours are also available in sign language.
Each tour lasts 30 to 45 minutes. When making reservations for groups, please contact us as far in advance as possible. If you require a foreign language tour, please call ahead because they are not available during all shifts. When notified in advance, confirmation letters and maps are sent to groups before they come. Tours include information about the history of Texas as well as facts about the Capitol and Extension buildings, the legislature, and the legislative process.