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Capitol Building
E 9th and Grand Ave Phone: ☎ +1 515 281-5591About
Capitol Building, E 9th and Grand Ave, ☎ +1 515 281-5591, [11]. M-F 8AM-3:30PM, Sa 9:30AM-2:30PM, closed Su. One of the more popular state capitols to tour, it is easy to spot it with its sparkling 23-karat gold leaf dome and four-surrounding smaller copper-topped domes. Those wishing to see the inside from a bird's eye view will climb 298 steps before reaching the top from their start on the second floor. Historic flags, some hailing from the U.S. Civil War-era, are on display, and tour staff are available during all hours in which the capitol is open to visitors. Cafeteria is on the bottom floor. Free.
