Day Trip to Hearst Castle
Get a taste of W.R. Hearst鈥檚 hilltop retreat, the 鈥渞anch at San Simeon,” with my photo tour below! You will be left in awe of the breathtaking views of the Central Coast, Hearst鈥檚 lavish mansion, exquisite d茅cor and one-of-a-kind details from the mosaic pools to his personal art collection. Daily tours are bound to sell out so I strongly suggest in advance whether you鈥檙e interested in the Cottages & Kitchen Tour or the Evening Tours, happening in Spring.
Last weekend, my mom and I went on the , meandering through the Assembly Room, where Mr. Hearst once greeted his guests with cocktails, to the breathtaking Roman Pool, lined with the blue and hammered gold mosaic tiles. Recommended for first-time visitors, the Grand Rooms Tour also explores the jaw-dropping Billiard Room, Refectory and Theater.
With its 5-mile ascent to the hilltop castle, all tours include a bus ride to and from the Visitor Center. At the end of every daytime tour, tourists can explore the lavish gardens at their leisure and view the legendary Neptune Pool and Roman Pool. Don鈥檛 miss out on Hearst Castle鈥檚 Zoo, which once housed the world鈥檚 largest private zoo. Today, you can spot zebras freely roaming the hillsides from Highway 1.
Now, it鈥檚 time for you to experience this Central Coast treasure and check Hearst Castle off your bucket list!
Photo Tour of Hearst Castle
