Hearst Castle and the California State Parks are enriched by the many skills and interests that our volunteers bring to the parks. Become part of history and Hearst Castle’s future—volunteer your time today. Living History Program Bring Hearst Castle to life during spring and fall Evening Tours by becoming a volunteer with Living History Program. In this program, you will dress in 1930s attire to help recreate the time period, then lounge by the Neptune Pool, […]
For Immediate Release March 14, 2020 Contact: Dan Falat I District Superintendent (805) 927-2065 California State Parks to Suspend Tours at Hearst Castle Beginning Monday, March 16 SACRAMENTO, Calif.— In an effort to protect public health and the safety of our visitors, volunteers and staff as the state responds to the continuing outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), effective Monday, March 16, California State Parks is temporarily suspending all tours at Hearst San Simeon State […]
California State Parks announced on May 13, 2014 that Mary Levkoff was selected as the new Hearst Castle Museum Director. She will lead the historic site with its amazing art collection beginning this summer. Hoyt Fields, the former Museum Director who had been at Hearst Castle for 39 years, has retired, but will stay on in a part time role to help with a smooth transition. Levkoff was most recently the head of the department of […]
Need to contact Hearst Castle? Browse through our list of contacts below for tour reservations and cancellation assistance, in addition to media/press contacts, lost and found inquiries and more. Please note, Hearst Castle Tour tickets can also be purchased online up to 56 days in advance. Hearst Castle Mailing Address 750 Hearst Castle Road San Simeon, CA 93452-9741 Tour Reservations General Reservations (800) 444-4445 Reserve online Cancellations or Refunds (800) 695-2269 Tone Dialing for the Deaf (TDD) (800) […]
Hearst Castle tours are unforgettable experiences that allow you to step back in time with a visit to William Randolph Hearst’s legendary, beloved hilltop estate. Before you tour Hearst Castle, please review the physical requirements and weather conditions, because all tours will take you outdoors and require long walks. Grand Rooms Tour The Grand Rooms Tour explores the Castle’s opulent social rooms in the main house, and consists of: 60-minute tour; Approximately 159 stairs, both up […]
Need to contact Hearst Castle? Browse through our list of contacts below for tour reservations and cancellation assistance, in addition to media/press contacts, lost and found inquiries and more. Please note, Hearst Castle Tour tickets can also be purchased online up to 60 days in advance. Hearst Castle Mailing Address 750 Hearst Castle Road San Simeon, CA 93452-9741 Tour Reservations General Reservations (800) 444-4445 Reserve online Cancellations or Refunds (800) 444-4445 Reservation Assistance for the hearing impaired TDD: […]
