Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024
Go to the castle early to beat the heat and get on the tours.
Don't buy tickets online. Added $8 to the price of each ticket. I wasn't wowed by the castle and only went because others in the group wanted to go.
There was so much more to the property than we expected. We definitely plan to return for another visit so we can take one of the other tours.
Not to be missed. An amazing place with incredible views. And just 7 miles North the elephant seal rookery, also not to be missed. Last year over 5000 seal pups were born there. Make reservations online for the castle.
Sign up for more than 1 tour, if you haven't seen the castle you really should.
Make sure you reserve in advance. We get there without reservation and couldn't get on the tour.
Explore the great outdoors at Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument, a lovely green space in San Simeon. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this walkable area.
You can study the exhibits at Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Simeon. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Drop a fishing line to hook walleye perch and rubberlip or spend some time enjoying the views from this long timber pier that juts out from a protected cove.
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Simeon. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Find out about the history of San Simeon when you take a trip to Elephant Seal Vista Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Simeon State Park, a lovely green space in San Simeon. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the local tours.
