Best Historic Site

Texas State Capitol

It's true: Everything is bigger in Texas. Our capitol building is no exception. Taller than our nation's own, it's our most popular local tourist destination. Even longtime Austinites can’t help but admire the imposing pink edifice that tops the drive up Congress Avenue. Step back in time, peruse the portraits of governors past, poke around the basement, bounce some echoes off the rotunda floor, and check out the always entertaining guestbook ("We love your state! God Bless Bush!"). The vast lawns and 17 monuments provide perfect photo opps and lovely spots to spread out a romantic picnic or to doze off and dream of more effective government.

Texas State Capitol
1100 Congress, 512/305-8400
www.tspb.state.tx.us