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Visit the fabulous estate of William Randolph Hearst, a media mogul who built a Gothic-inspired mansion and gardens on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Learn about the history, architecture, and art of Hearst Castle and its surroundings with various tours and tickets.
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Hearst Castle, known formally as La Cuesta Encantada (Spanish for "The Enchanted Hill"), is a historic estate in San Simeon, located on the Central Coast of California. Conceived by William Randolph Hearst, the publishing tycoon, and his architect Julia Morgan, the castle was built between 1919 and 1947.
- More than 90,000 sq ft (8,400 m²)
- Julia Morgan
- 1919–1947
From experiencing what life was like as a guest of W. R. Hearst to exploring his personal collection of rare and ancient works of art, encounter the majesty and beauty of this historical treasure first-hand with a guided Hearst Castle tour. We also offer accessibly designed tours for visitors.
Hearst Castle. 6,969 reviews. #2 of 23 things to do in San Simeon. Historic SitesCastles. Write a review. About. Nestled atop a hill with breathtaking views of Big Sur, Hearst Castle is a must-visit spot on the California coast.
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Once an estate for a newspaper magnate, Hearst Castle is now a historic house museum and a California State Park. See who’s behind the ongoing restoration and preservation efforts for this legendary mansion, and discover how you can help protect it, too.
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Experience the grandeur of Hearst Castle, a historic hilltop estate designed by architect Julia Morgan and conceived by newspaper giant William Randolph Hearst. Choose from four guided tours that explore the 165 rooms, gardens, pools and terraces of this unique chapter in American history.
Reserve your ticket to Hearst Castle online, over the phone or in person. The only way to experience the grandeur and wonder of Hearst Castle is to purchase tour tickets. Your tickets for daytime tours also include admission to the Hearst Castle Theater film “ Hearst Castle – Building the Dream.