The New York State Capitol has served as the seat of government for New York since the 1880's. Over 125 years old, the building is a marvel of late …See more
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Sep 27, 2024
The building is incredible. It may not be to everyone’s liking because parts are dark, gothic and heavy feeling but, you can’t argue with the incredible architecture, intricate designs and size. It h… Full review by Susan D
Sep 25, 2024
This a beautiful building inside and out. The area where it is located had a welcoming feeling. It is limited in seeing the inside but doesn't detour from the history. Full review by 1991KEB
Sep 22, 2024
I have said in many other reviews that the guide can make or break an attraction. Charitably, enough said. Thankfully the saving grace was there are so many years of history in the building and peop… Full review by SeniorTravelerTF
Oh boy I remember them covering this on our tour. Here is the answer on Wikipedia. The central open court is dominated by a shaft intended to support a massive dome. The dome and …
Oh boy I remember them covering this on our tour. Here is the answer on Wikipedia. The central open court is dominated by a shaft intended to support a massive dome. The dome and tower were never completed, as it was found the building's weight was causing stress fractures and making the building shift downhill toward State Street. To stop this movement, a large, 166-foot (51 m) long exterior Eastern Staircase was added to support the front facade.
Hi, phil. What would you like to know about this attraction? best location for car parking
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Hi Phil - We always recommend to our visitors the Empire State Plaza Visitor Parking (V-Lot). It is the best way to experience the Empire State Plaza government complex and historic New …
Hi Phil - We always recommend to our visitors the Empire State Plaza Visitor Parking (V-Lot). It is the best way to experience the Empire State Plaza government complex and historic New York State Capitol. Most of the answers below are correct. Complete parking information can be found on our website. Please contact the Empire State Plaza Visitor Center at 518-474-2418 if you have any other questions. Thank you.
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