(800) 814-2665 Questions? Call Us Now!

Private Hearst Castle Day Trip from San Francisco

1 Review 4.00 out of 5 stars Based on 1 reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of travelers | San Francisco, USA

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.

12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket

Overview

Discover majestic Hearst Castle in California, and visit one of the property’s four mansions: La Casa Grande, Casa del sol, Casa Del Monte, and La Casa del Mar. The castle is home to 165 rooms and 127 acres of lush gardens, beautiful terraces, amazing pools and walkways - all built to Hearst’s specifications to showcase his legendary art collection and eclectic architectural tastes. Join us and explore Hearst’s personal collection of ancient art, sculptures, furniture and relics. This is a collection that still rivals museums today and almost every square inch of the hilltop estate is used to showcase it. Your state park guide will greet you for a 1-hour guided walking tour selected from amongst the following options (let us know ahead of time so we may book the correct tour for you):

Grand Rooms Tour (recommended by Hearst Castle staff for first-time visitors)
Upstairs Suites Tour (involves more walking upstairs and downstairs with no access to elevators)

What's Included

  • Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles , parking, all taxes and pickup/drop off included
  • Bottled water
  • Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio
  • Sorry, we cannot transport passengers with disabilities as our vehicles are not equipped for that
  • Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service
  • Lunch
See 3 moreSee 4 more

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’s Wharf, Presidio, Mission District, Nob Hill, Japan town , Chinatown. Other location maybe added as well

OR
Meeting point

San Francisco
CA, USA

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

Options & Pricing

Start Time • Daily 7:00 AM

What To Expect

Hearst Castle

Hearst Castle 1-Day Tour Overview/Itinerary: Pick-up at 7.30am in San Francisco. Drive for about 4.5 hours to get to Hearst Castle in San Simeon. 12.30 pm Approx.-stop for lunch break in Cambria or in San Simeon. At 1.30 PM we check you in at the H. Castle Visitor Center where you will board a bus and start your 5-mile ascent to the Castle. “The Grand Rooms Group Guided Tour” is 60 minutes long and with 145 steps +2/3-mile walk (up /down). If you have mobility issues, pls let us know in advance. This is the best tour option for first-time visitors- see the main building called Casa Grande: the Assembly Room, Refectory, Morning Room, Billiard Room, and Theater. After you have finished touring, board the bus to head back to the Visitor Center to watch the IMAX movie “Building the Dream,” a biographical film about William Hearst and Hearst Castle. Afterwards, we will head back to San Francisco on Highway 101 & drive for another 4.5 hours to get back to SF between 7 pm and 8 pm approx.
Read more

12 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Our policy regarding passengers with disabilities: Sorry, our vehicles are not equipped for passengers with disabilities and therefore, our commercial insurance doesn’t allow us to transport persons with any kind of disabilities for the sake of their own safety and well-being
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio, Mission District, Nob Hill, Japan town, Chinatown, Sausalito. Other location maybe added as well

Frequently Asked Questions

(5)

Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles , parking, all taxes and pickup/drop off included.Bottled water.Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio.Air-conditioned vehicle.One tour inside Hearst Castle. The following is NOT included: Sorry, we cannot transport passengers with disabilities as our vehicles are not equipped for that.Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service.Lunch.Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Still have questions?

We’re here to help.
Live Chat, Text, Call, or Email our friendly customer support with your questions.

Activity code: C-178032P42

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.00
1 reviews

Average 4.00 out of 5 stars based on 1 traveler reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
0
4 stars
1
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Haunted Toys of Christmas Immersive Experience in San Francisco

Haunted Toys of Christmas Immersive Experience in San Francisco

2
 1 hour 30 minutes  Instant Confirmation
from
$121.80

Private Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco City Tour Combo

Private Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco City Tour Combo

New To The Site!
 4 hours  Hotel pickup offered
from
$248

Private Alexander Valley Winery Day Trip from San Francisco

Private Alexander Valley Winery Day Trip from San Francisco

New To The Site!
 8 hours  Hotel pickup offered
from
$489

Yosemite and Glacier Point Tour from San Francisco by Amtrak
Likely to Sell Out

Yosemite and Glacier Point Tour from San Francisco by Amtrak

3
 2 days  Instant Confirmation
from
$589

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Cable Car City Tour in San Francisco

Cable Car City Tour in San Francisco

 1 to 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$15

Big Bus San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Tour

Big Bus San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Tour

 1 day  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$66

Straight to the Gate Access: Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Likely to Sell Out

Straight to the Gate Access: Golden Gate Bay Cruise

 1 hour  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$38

Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour in San Francisco
Likely to Sell Out

Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour in San Francisco

 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$84

What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Fully private guided tours in luxury vehicles , parking, all taxes and pickup/drop off included
  • Bottled water
  • Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • One tour inside Hearst Castle
  • Sorry, we cannot transport passengers with disabilities as our vehicles are not equipped for that
  • Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Our policy regarding passengers with disabilities: Sorry, our vehicles are not equipped for passengers with disabilities and therefore, our commercial insurance doesn’t allow us to transport persons with any kind of disabilities for the sake of their own safety and well-being
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Complimentary pickup and drop off anywhere in downtown San Francisco, Fisherman’ Wharf, Presidio, Mission District, Nob Hill, Japan town, Chinatown, Sausalito. Other location maybe added as well

Report Product Issue

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Sorting, ranking, and search results

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Cool San Francisco wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool San Francisco over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.