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Capitol Building, Des Moines

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Government Building · Tourist Spot
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  • By JoeBenevides
    They open early so we were able to arrive first thing in the morning to have a look around. Visitors are alloed to walk around unaccompanied. There's plenty of parking on the backside on the building.  more »
  • By annede99
    We wanted to tour the Capitol building and were happy to see that they provide a free tour. Ou guide was still learning so we had two guides, but he did a wonderful job. There is so much to see and...  more »
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