Denver Metro
Drone
Not addressed by visitor photo policy, separate aviation/property rules apply.
Morning golden hour
7:29 AM – 8:04 AM
Light from the SSW · 6693°
Evening golden hour
5:22 PM – 5:57 PM
Light from the WSW · 14283°
Calculated for this location and date, shown in local time. Sun position only — it does not account for terrain or buildings casting shade.
Checked 2026-09-14
Personal photography
Allowed and encouraged during public visits, no photography permit required.
Portrait or hired shoots
Professional still photo sessions can use public space first come, first served, no space reservation or blocking circulation.
Commercial, brand, or film
Still photography does not require a photo permit under the published Capitol policy. Confirm separately for larger film or production activity.
Drone
Not addressed by visitor photo policy, separate aviation/property rules apply.
Fee or rate
No photography permit fee
Permit path: OPEN_RESTRICTIONS
Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.
Included
Access
OPEN_RESTRICTIONS. No advance photo permit required. No flash photography in restricted contexts, no still light kits, do not block walkways or stairs, security screening applies.