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Massachusetts State House, Downtown Crossing
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Massachusetts State House

  • 4.5562 reviews
  • Free
  • Closed now

The Massachusetts State House is an iconic, historic seat of government with a gilded dome and stately marble halls. Visitors come for guided tours, ornate legislative chambers, and hilltop views of Boston Common — expect security screening and a mix of indoor exhibits and outdoor grounds to explore.

Quick answers

Massachusetts State House in short

When is Massachusetts State House open?

Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM; Sat–Sun closed.

When is the best time to visit Massachusetts State House?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Where is Massachusetts State House?

24 Beacon St,Boston, MA 02133.

Right now · 2:30 pm

Why it fits right now

Closed right now.

Opens tomorrow 9 am.

In its favour

  • Best in the afternoon

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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Closed now
monday
9 AM–5 PM
tuesday
9 AM–5 PM
wednesday
9 AM–5 PM
thursday
9 AM–5 PM
friday
9 AM–5 PM
saturday
Closed
sundayToday
Closed

Where and how

  1. 1 Massachusetts State House
  2. 2 21st Amendment · 2 min
  3. 3 BON! Specialty Coffee · 2 min
  4. 4 Myrtle Street Playground · 3 min
  5. 5 Emmets · 3 min
24 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02133(opens the map)DirectionsTo Downtown CrossingCall+16177222000Websitemalegislature.gov

Good to know

  • Free to visit
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.5from 562 reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Weekend outings
  • Historic landmarks
  • Scenic views
  • Gardens

The feel

  • Historic
  • Spacious
  • Tourists
  • Groups
  • Seniors friendly

Around Downtown Crossing

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time