Tennessee State Capitol Tours

Visiting the Capitol

To ensure the safety of everyone at the Capitol, you are asked to follow these safety protocols:

Due to social distancing requirements, groups planning to visit together must be limited to no more than 8 people.

Visitors can enter at the South Motlow Tunnel entrance adjacent to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., across from War Memorial Plaza, or through the West step entrance facing the former Tennessee State Library and Archives and Tennessee Supreme Court.

If a visitor has experienced any COVID-19 symptoms as determined by CDC, it is suggested that they do not visit this time.

While visiting the Capitol, please adhere to all COVID-19 posted guidelines and maintain 6 ft social distance.

Hand sanitizing stations are positioned throughout the building.

No large bags or backpacks allowed. Small personal bags or purses are permitted.

Capitol staff and self-guided brochures will be located at the first-floor information desk.

Visitors with special needs please see the museum accessibility page.

All tours begin at the Information Desk on the first floor. For more information contact Public Programs Department at (615) 741-0830 or toll-free (800) 407-4324.

Please note: the Tennessee State Capitol is closed to visitors on weekends and state holidays.

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