What an amazing trip. I would highly recommend taking the organised tour which is so informative about past and present politics in Boston. Our tour guide was exceptional, she took us into several rooms where current laws were getting passed....this was awesome to see. The interior of the building was just so impressive with all the marble floors, pillars and stained glass windows. I free tour I would recommend with such knowledgeable and helpful staff.

The Massachusetts State House was designed by architect Charles Bulfinch in 1788. It has seen many enlargements since that time. But because part of it is 135 years old, it's a cool place to visit. Lots of historic statues, flags and banners. Some beautiful murals and windows. The House of Representatives room is spectacular.

I was impressed with the interior of the State House. We did not take a tour but rather started at the top and walked the various main hallways and open areas. There were many stained glass panels in doors and in the ceiling. The building was clean and well kept. The many plaques, statues and other objects were interesting to see. No meetings were in session so the observation rooms were locked but it was nice to see all the other aspects of the building. The flag room was colorful and amazing to see. We've never seen anything quite like it. I'm sure the tour would be good but even if you don't take it, read up before you go, start at the top (via the elevator), walk everywhere, and enjoy the building. And don't be afraid to say hello and talk to folks that work there. The ones we talked with were very nice and helpful.

This building is truly steeped in history. Being able to gain easy & free access to both the Massachusetts senate & house of representatives was a real treat. The building & hallways are sumptuous and the explanation by the intern guide was interesting. There's no such open, unfettered access to any of the legislatures in the UK, so it was refreshing to be so welcomed. The ability to wander around & soak up the history was just great. We spent well over 2 hours here on a very hot day & oh boy does the AC work a treat!

This is a MUST SEE! We did the guided interior tour and were led by a knowledgeable young high school volunteer named Ian who did an excellent job. It’s not often you can be in a building that has original construction from the 1700’s and is still used to this day. Of course there has been added construction over the years. It’s a beautiful building, beautiful grounds, with great history contained inside.