Hearst Castle Tours

Tour One

The Experience Tour

Tour One is recommended for first-time visitors as it provides a broad overview of the many facets of Hearst Castle and it is the least strenuous of the tours. Tour duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes which includes the bus ride to and from the castle.

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Tour Two

Upper Floors of Casa Grande

Tour Two focuses on the architectural elements and vast art collection in the main house, or Casa Grande.

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Tour Three

North Wing of Casa Grande

Tour Three provides an overview of the construction and development of the Hilltop by contrasting the earliest guest house with the most recent addition, the North Wing. Tour duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes which includes the bus ride to and from the castle.

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Tour Four

The Garden Tour

Tour Four not only concentrates on the beauty of the botanical gardens, but also provides a glimpse into some of the less familiar aspects of Hearst Castle. Tour duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes which includes the bus ride to and from the castle Tour Four is available April through October.

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Tour Five

The Evening Tour

The Evening Tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as one of Hearst's own visitors might have.

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Gardens And Vistas

The Self Guided Tour

Experience the Castle Grounds much like one of Mr. Hearst's guests might have. Walk the esplanade, stroll through the gardens, or just relax on one of the terraces and soak in the magnificent views in a tour of the grounds where you are the guide.

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