Hearst Castle travel guide in the United States

USA

Scenic spot introduction:

Hearst Castle in the United States is the private estate of Hearst, the American media tycoon of the last century. The main building of the castle, Casa Grande, and three guest rooms are Mediterranean Revival-style buildings. The main building has the shadow of a Spanish church. Its stucco walls, red tile roofs and colorful ceramic tiles have a strong style of ancient Spanish, Mexican and California buildings. The architectural style mixes Hearst's unique European and Mediterranean architectural styles, and the art collection makes Hearst Castle invincible in terms of artistic value.

Attractions distribution:

Hearst Castle in the United States is known as the most beautiful castle group in the United States, and can be called the most luxurious and luxurious castle in the world. After exchanging tickets at the tourist center, take the castle bus to the top of the mountain to visit the castle. The outdoor Poseidon Pool and the indoor Roman Pool are must-see attractions. The castle is divided into four tours with different routes. The main attractions are the main building Casa Grande, the castle's courtyard, square sculptures and gardens, the castle has about a hundred rooms, each with a different decoration style. Highlights include the dining room, billiard room, Doge Suite, Gothic office, library, study room, kitchen, fireplace, hanging paintings, loft, etc.

Scenic spot features:

Photography, sightseeing, art, castles, sculptures, artworks

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

America>United States

How to get there:

Hearst Castle is located on the top of a mountain beside California Highway 1. It takes 2 or 3 hours to drive there from San Francisco along Highway 101.

Scenic area map:

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Tickets

Hearst Castle ticket prices:

Adult admission: $24

Scenic area opening hours:

Day tours start at 8:20am each morning and the last tour of the day ends at 3:20am. Opening hours may change due to different climates in the four seasons, please call for details.

Travel Tips

travelling guideline:

Tickets for Hearst Castle must be booked on the official website in advance. They cannot be purchased upon arrival. When booking, you need to select a time and itinerary. There are four itineraries for Hearst Castle, namely "Grand Rooms Museum Tour" and "Upstairs Suites Museum Tour" ”, “Cottages & Kitchen Tour” and “Evening Museum Tour”. After arriving at the castle, prepare your order number and go to the window to exchange your ticket. Hearst Castle is built on the top of a mountain on the Pacific coast. You must take the castle bus up the mountain.

Hirst loved collecting art throughout his life. Furniture, tapestries, paintings, sculptures, fireplaces, ceilings, staircases, and even entire rooms were his collection objects. Most of his collections are arranged in the rooms of the castle for people to appreciate and use. There is no utilitarian thought of using the collections as investments in the hope of appreciation. Because of these works of art, the entire castle adds a strong artistic flavor and elegant charm.