If you have one hour…
Explore the visitor center
- Visit the free museum exhibits.
- Step out onto the castle-view patio.
- Watch the park film “Building the Dream”.
- Peruse the gift shop.
Things to Do
If you have half a day…
Take a tour!
- Pick up your reserved tickets at the ticket window.
- If tour space is still available, you may also purchase tickets at the ticket window.
- Accessibly designed tours are available daily.
Explore the visitor center
- Enjoy food from the café or grab-n-go shop.
- Visit the free museum exhibits.
- Step out onto the castle-view patio.
- Watch the park film “Building the Dream”.
- Peruse the gift shop.
If you have a full day…
Take a tour!
- Pick up your reserved tickets at the ticket window.
- If tour space is still available, you may also purchase tickets at the ticket window.
- Accessibly designed tours available daily.
Explore the visitor center
- Enjoy food from the café or grab-n-go shop.
- Visit the free museum exhibits.
- Step out onto the castle-view patio.
- Watch the park film “Building the Dream”.
- Peruse the gift shop.
For further exploration
- Drive across Highway 1 to visit the William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach and the Coastal Discovery Center.
- Or head north on Highway 1, approx. 5 miles to the Elephant Seal Viewing area.
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