San Simeon Hearst Castle

Hearst Castle

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Nestled atop a hill with breathtaking views of Big Sur, Hearst Castle is a must-visit spot on the California coast. With 165 rooms, you'll want to take the …

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Dec 25, 2024
History, architecture, opulence, and scenery. This place checks all these boxes, but it has been over-glorified for commercial purposes. Mandatory tours and over-zealous security have made this visit… Full review by Rawa13
Dec 23, 2024
We returned to Hearst Castle to do the remaining tours we missed on an earlier visit including the Holiday Twilight tour. As usual the tours of the property are jaw-dropping…Mr Hearst and Architect … Full review by GinaPhxBound
Dec 6, 2024
The Castle is operated by the California State Parks and reservations are required. Parking at the visitors center is easy and ample. Restrooms are available there, but not on the Castle tours. There… Full review by Duke1140
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Visiting Hearst Castle for the first time what tour do you suggest
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we were quite disappointed with the festive night tour. it wasnt festive at all. the castle really is a reflection of a spoilt person and their waste. i wouldnt go again
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how do i cancel a reservation
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No idea. Have you tried contacting them directly? I'm sure it would be on their website.
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Answer by Georgia K · Feb 1, 2024
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Can I take more than 1 tour in one day, such as taking Grand Rooms tour in the morning, then taking the Upstairs tour …
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Can I take more than 1 tour in one day, such as taking Grand Rooms tour in the morning, then taking the Upstairs tour in the afternoon?. Thank you.
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Yes. Just allow enough time to get back down and catch the second one. When we were there they were not letting anyone stay at the top but that may have changed.
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I am unable to figure out how long in advance you can buy tickets to Hearst Castle (traveling August 2023
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I booked my ticket above a week prior to my arrival.
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can i bring my small dog to hearst castle?
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9. Pets & Service Animals Pets are not permitted on tours. The only animals that are permitted on the hilltop estate are service animals. Above is from its official web site. Recommend …
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9. Pets & Service Animals Pets are not permitted on tours. The only animals that are permitted on the hilltop estate are service animals. Above is from its official web site. Recommend you go there to get tickets and all the info. Just search "hearst castle"
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Answer by Ellen Yu L · Oct 6, 2022
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Are Face Coverings Required?
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No, face coverings are not currently required, but strongly recommended. The Hearst Castle will alter guidance based on the California Department of Public Health and the San Luis...
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Advance reservations are strongly recommended
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There are three different daytime guided tours, each lasting 45 minutes and each costing $25 for adults
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Past visitors recommended booking your tour in advance
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A home dwelling, developed to exhibit the vast art and furniture collections of Hearst
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A 40-minute movie about the history of the castle shows every 45 minutes from 8:15AM to 6:45PM
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Hearst castle is open to visitors from 08:00 am to 04:00 pm, daily
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Ascend its winding staircases to discover the most personal rooms of the california mansion
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If assisted by the good tour guides that are available here, you can prepare to experience some exceptional moments
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You need to make a reservation during the busy season
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The tour program, including 15-minute bus rides to and from the hilltop, offers three guided daytime tours and one evening tour
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Reservations are recommended for the ever-popular tours
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Hearst castle will be closed and all planned tours suspended..
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Advance reservations are recommended, especially during the summer months
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If you want to know more about the history of the building, a theater with explanatory screenings is also available
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Bus rides take visitors up the enchanted hill to the site of the castle
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Descendants of the zebras and rare deer in the private zoo still roam the grounds
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The estate, and its considerable collection of art and antiques, is open for public tours
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Tickets start at $25 for adults and $12 for kids ages 5 to 12
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To see this historic monument, you must take a tour (book ahead) departing from the visitor center
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Make ​tour reservations in advance to avoid disappointment
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