South Dakota State Capitol

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• Robertson Souza★★★★★2 years ago

  We had the opportunity/honor to visit the South Dakota State Capitol in JUN_FY2024 and it was an amazing experience, a great opportunity to learn more about South Dakota's history and legacy. We did a plant tour and for sure it's a remarkable building. Definitely, it's a place that deserves my respect. It was a privilege.

• Sarah Trader★★★★★6 years ago

  Very beautiful! There's a nice guidebook to walk you through with some cool trivia in it, like the heart shaped tiles! Also a fun children's activity book. We had a lot of fun exploring this gorgeous building. We have visited a lot of state capitols and this was one of our favorites!

• Gary Pigney★★★★★7 months ago

  The Christmas Tree experience is well worth it. Go at night and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the Enchanted hall of trees. Elvis was a favorite this year

• Daniel Ramirez★★★★★2 years ago

  Attended Christmas at the Capital 2023 and it was an amazing experience! Beautiful collection of Christmas trees, all donated by various businesses/families within South Dakota. The event is free and took about an hour to see all the trees. The amount of decorations on each tree was so impressive. They even have a sign-in book and it's nice to see where others drove from to view this event. Thank you to the SD Capital for hosting this event!

• Kyle Hartmann★★★★★6 years ago

  My experience here was quite good. My mate and I rolled up in our car and parked just a block away with no issues, and unlike many of the other state capitol buildings I have visited, this had no security checks, at least coming through the door we did. All of the rooms were pretty accessible, including the State Affairs room where I testified. The setting was very nice on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River, and the ponds around it looked very cool. I might not visit again to testify, but I am glad I did the one time. It’s close in resemblance to the Montana State capitol because the same design was used, interestingly enough. If you’re passing through, it’s worth even a quick visit.

• Jon Morrill★★★★★8 years ago

  This is an amazingly beautiful example is an old capital building. I was fascinated by the casual, relaxed atmosphere and the accessibility of the political representatives. There are wonderful murals in various areas, and a quaint gift shop in the lower level that's worth a visit. Well done South Dakota!

• Carl Muhm★★★★★5 years ago

  So happy to vist the capitol building inside and out on the grounds. Walked all the levels from the basement to the top floor house and senate chambers, enjoying the marble stairs and pillars. Looking at photo's on the wall of court Justice ⚖ along with the dresses worn by the first Lady of the governor at the time and current husband to Governor Christy Noem. Worth the time to see and visit South Dakota big Home.

• Michael Miller★★★★★4 years ago

  I was so pleased to go through one of the friendliest security checks I have ever seen. There is a lovely brochure that takes visitors through the various floors with interesting tidbits along the way. I really enjoyed my visit to the capitol building. If you follow the brochure, plan on a little less than an hour. More if you tour the outside areas.

• Frederick Bradbury V★★★★★a year ago

  This is a stunning state capitol. It is very well designed, and I loved the central stairs with the stained glass.

• Russell Milles★★★★★3 years ago

  Security entrance on the NE side. Bathrooms are extremely clean and just neat!! Free. We spent about 45 minutes looking around inside. The grounds outside are beautiful as well. Tons of parking. We were here on a Saturday morning in September.

Services and facilities

Events and programs

• Christmas Tree Experience

  Annual

  A free event featuring a collection of beautifully decorated Christmas trees donated by local businesses and families. Visitors can enjoy the Enchanted Hall of Trees at night for a peaceful and scenic experience.