Georgia State Capitol
Neoclassical state capitol completed in 1889, with a dome covered in locally mined gold; free to visit.
The dome is covered in gold leaf from the Dahlonega gold mine in northern Georgia and is a landmark of downtown. Inside are exhibit halls on state history and nature, the legislative chambers and a gallery of portraits. On weekdays visitors can tour on their own for free (security screening applies, so bring photo ID). Surrounded by state government buildings, it is easy to combine with other downtown sights, but it is usually closed on weekends.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Sweet Auburn
- SkyView Atlanta
- Centennial Olympic Park
- College Football Hall of Fame
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- World of Coca-Cola
- Georgia Aquarium
- National Center for Civil and Human Rights