Christmas at the Castle

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Ever wonder what Hearst Castle was like during the holidays in its heyday? Celebrities used to wait with baited breath for an invitation to the castle, but you don’t have to. Take a tour in December with period dressed docents and see it in all its glory. According the website, Christmas was one of William Randolf Hearst’s favorite holidays and he went all out turning the castle into an enchanted chateau to entertain his guests. One can only imagine the castle as a sparkling winter wonderland full of life as it was when celebrities toasted by the fireplace and sang in the New Year.  Decorations will be on display beginning Thanksgiving weekend. They urge you to call and make a reservation, this is a popular tour and gets booked early. The Experience Tour is the recommended tour to see the Christmas decorations.

Hearst Castle – The Experience Tour

$25 for adults and $12 for kids 6-12 yrs old, 6 and under are free.

Reservation Information:

While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations are strongly recommended and may be reserved online now or by calling 1-800-444-4445.

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