Welcome to the Georgia State Capitol - the working center of Georgia�s government and the proud home of its citizens. Newly restored and listed on the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places, the completely refurbished  �House of the People� is a gleaming example of 19^th century design and 21^st century technology. We are very proud of our new home and hope you will share the same enthusiasm upon your visit.

The Georgia State Capitol is open to the public 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and is closed on weekends and holidays. Guided tours are available Monday through Friday at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. (April through December) and 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. while the Georgia Legislature is in session (January through March). During the academic year, most scheduled group tours begin at the Capitol Education Center with a viewing of The Georgia State Capitol: A Symbol of the New South. The tour then moves to the State Capitol for a brief overview of Capitol history and the lawmaking process; a visit to the public galleries of the House of Representatives and Senate; and concludes with a visit to the Georgia Capitol Museum. Visitors are also encouraged to visit the "Hall of Valor," which houses Georgia�s priceless collection of historic flags. You are welcome to schedule a tour online, call us at (404) 656-2844 or email us at sostour@sos.state.ga.us. Walk-in visitors are also welcome.

The Capitol is located in downtown Atlanta at the intersection of I-20 and I-75/85, near Underground Atlanta, The World of Coca-Cola and the Five Points and Georgia State MARTA stations.

Various published information is available from the State Capitol tour desk including Georgia's Capitol, Georgia�s Official State Symbols, Flags That Have Flown Over Georgia and Confederate Flags in the Georgia State Capitol Collection. Other brochures outlining places of interest around Georgia are also available and Secretary of State tour guides can assist you with any inquiries you may have concerning our great state.

Welcome and enjoy your visit!