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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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Nov 7, 2024
Took the Grand Rooms tour (I believe that’s the name of it) for $35 recently. Cool drive on the tour bus up to the house on a long winding road. Amazing views of the Pacific from up top. Our tour gui… Full review by jointfilms
Nov 5, 2024
This was our second visit to Hearst Castle, and we loved the tour just as much as the first time—25 years ago! Living on the East Coast means we don’t get to this part of California very often, but w… Full review by runner24
Oct 22, 2024
During a recent trip to Big Sur and the California Central Coast - a tour of Hearst Castle was on our "to-do" list. While it was something I wanted to see, my husband was lukewarm about it. However, … Full review by Chapsbaby
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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 you can. That's exactly what we did.
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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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If you look at the website, they give you the days, times and amount of tickets left for that slot. Just keep an eye on it every so often.
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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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