HEARST CASTLE Exclusive Night Tour Experience | SAN SIMEON

[@esthergarcia1373]

My husband and I visited Hearst Castle in 1978. You can even see a few of the zebras & other animals cared for on the property. The ocean view and landscape is truly beautiful and breathtaking❣️Thanks Jordan for sharing this extensive tour with us. Thoroughly enjoyed this video at night. The actors added to the ambiance of the vlog. ❤️🙏🏻

[@davidc.pierce9631]

Jordan, you did a finer tour than any, shown on television! 👍👍👍

[@jamesdugan3079]

Hearst Castle is fascinating. There is something so eerie about the place. The indoor pool gives me the 'willies'. Thanks Jordan great vlog.

[@sarakeith5480]

This almost 40 minute vlog flew by so fast!! Totally amazed by the Castle!! Thank you Jordan!! Have a terrific Thursday!! I miss Jah!!!!

[@rongenung]

I see the Hearst Castle does not disappoint. Wow. Everything is so beautiful and shown beautifully---night and day---lights are lit, it is inviting, and the grounds are immaculate and manicured. I lived half of my life in southern California, and unfortunately never made a trip up to see it. Thank you Jordan the Lion for these tours! Had I been Wm. Randolph Hearst, I would have been buried there.

[@tracydowell2]

What an amazing place. Thanks Jordan for taking us on the tour.

[@skyhawk182]

I used to work at Hearst Castle and was on the team that initiated the Evening Tours, Jordan, thanks for the wonderful flash back. It’s such a magical place and I really need to find time t get back there.

[@b.l.8611]

What a fantastic place to work. So much history.

[@1nation919]

Wow where are you now? And what year was this that you initiated the night tours!?

[@djguillyd]

You ever see any ghosts there

[@skyhawk182]

@@djguillyd None and I don’t recall any real discussions about any paranormal activities. Not that it’s necessary for a ghost to haunt somewhere that I know of…but I don’t recall every hearing of anyone having died at the castle.

[@lisad476]

Wow. I never knew the Hearst Castle was so packed with such treasures and beauty.

[@debbiethompson8527]

Jordan, I didn’t even want to blink when watching this for fear of missing something. Magnificent is the word. Thank you...

[@genkatqltr8517]

I remember how grateful I was that he was rich enough to be able to build this castle and decorate it with beautiful ancient paintings, ceilings, and furnishings from all over the world. These things are preserved and well cared for. For all to see, wondrous and wonderful! My favorite of all is the underground pool, blue and gold tiles. Yes, real gold. The diving platform. The elegance of it all. To swim in that would be the most awesome experience of my life!

[@virginiamoss7045]

Would you be so grateful if you were standing in those soup lines? He ducked property taxes so the government couldn't even help the people as much during the Great Depression. It's all pure selfishness. Look at what Bill Gates and Warren Buffet have given to the world. So very few wealthy people do the right thing with their wealth. I've come to hate rich people quite deeply who don't do good in the world.

[@maryfortin6295]

@@virginiamoss7045 You can't possibly know what rich people do or don't do with their money. Some prefer to give without fanfare. Ask the children of Africa how Gate's philanthropy is working out for them.

[@mindfulmaximalist9962]

Yes, the looted artifacts from Egypt are much better there than in the desert where they were preserved for millennia.

[@woods2587]

​@@virginiamoss7045 were you trying to use Bill Gates as a positive example of a wealthy person and philanthropy? Because Gates is FAR from being a good human being or a positive influence. He's incredibly corrupt.

[@michelebellis3188]

I could spend days just absorbing the history and architecture. What a breathtaking property.

[@kstewskis]

Anytime day or night the Hearst Castle is cool to see. Put a nice perspective on the “social atmosphere” with the character actors there. Plus each tour guide puts their own perspective and antidotes of the history. Glad you (we) got to see it again!

[@allisonmarlow184]

Lol. I'm sure you meant "anecdotes" (and not "antidotes." No poison here!)

[@frechstudios3129]

Can't get enough of these awesome posts.

[@paulstan9828]

Always wanted to see the Hearst Castle but never made it. Thanks for taking us along on the tour.

[@TampaJay]

What a beautiful place I would love to visit here one day.

[@TheBasedgodd]

Greetings from Largo

[@TampaJay]

Adam D. Hey dude! Greetings. Check out my videos! I live near you

[@kissofshadows21]

You really should! It's a beautiful place and an awesome experience.

[@DSM578]

I visited Hearst Castle in 1989. Honestly feel that after viewing this and the John Forsyth narrated tour Vlog, people will be somewhat disappointed to visit it themselves. You are taken 5 miles up to the castle by bus. Very organized.

[@henrylivingstone2800]

I heard the reason that Hearst was so stingy with the alcohol wasn’t because he was a Scrooge but because Marion Davies was a dependent alcoholic and he didn’t want others to be drinking when she was recovering.

[@MrJasonshores364]

My Grandma took us there in '87. It was amazing and I never forgot it.

[@elderlypoodle9181]

Oh! Jordan! You zoomed in on everything I wanted to see up close. I thank you for that.

[@lemorab1]

Jordan, your photography is wonderful, zooming in for closeups of all the many architectural details. Better than some "professional" documentaries I've seen. I've been to Hearst Castle twice: in 1961 when it was barely open to the public, and again in 1996 when I got to see all the rooms you just showed us and a few more guest cottages. Three books all aficionados of La Cuesta Encantada should read are: "Lulu In Hollywood" by Louise Brooks; "Slim: Memories of a Rich and Imperfect Life" by Slim Keith; and "The Moon's A Balloon" by David Niven. If you can find it, Sheila Weller wrote an article about Patricia Van Cleve, the secret daughter of Marion Davies and William R. Hearst, and their descendants. This was called "The Legacy Of San Simeon" in the 1996 Vanity Fair Hollywood edition, out in April, I think. This may be in a collection of her work somewhere. "Lulu" details the escapades of Hollywood's Bright Young Things of the 1920's, and their ringleader in mayhem, Pepi Lederer, Marion Davies' niece. Pepi could break all of WR's rules with impunity and she did. I won't spoil anything, but I really urge anyone who loves Jordan's San Simeon videos to read these juicy books and enjoy.

[@shortcuts1277]

Best Residence tour I ever took in the U.S. The presentation at the visitor center was A+!The Driveway is five miles long. It's a drive to get there but well worth it!

[@mariondiemert430]

Thank you so much for taking us along.

[@rsoubiea]

I want to go so slow and scrutinize every detail, lol. The building is so beautiful in the golden light, the sounds of the fountain and the birds, the landscaping, everything was just so gorgeous.

[@rhondaglenn4914]

I knew there was a reason to be awake at 2 am.. !! This trip ..Amazing vlog..👌

[@bunnyfaceface]

AMAZING Exclusive Night tour of a California Treasure! Well done!!!

[@sondraerabideau6688]

Great to see the castle in different lighting . I LOVE the architecture. Thanks for showing me around !

[@timtaschner4833]

Words fail me..The library I could get lost for weeks in beyond incredible Great Vlog as always an TY. Just missing the Jahster though :

[@RhettyforHistory]

What a beautiful place! Love the inside!

[@FindingNorcal]

The evening tour is my favorite.. the Christmas time tours are pretty great too!

[@123mintjelly]

OH this was wonderful ! So glad you did the night tour. Love seeing the people (actors?) in the rooms. And fun seeing the kitchen. I am amazed at how cozy it feels to me considering how large it is.

[@Linda-pw8gx]

I never get tired of visiting Hearst castle!!! It’s like Alice in wonderland🌹

[@shellanderson1232]

Spent many summers on what used to be a campground below by the ocean. Took every tour they did there, near the campground was a small store. There was a small house near the store where we met a man that used to be the caretaker for Hearst ranch. The buildings across the street from the store is where Hearst used to store statues. He said there were still statues there (1970's) that were never used. He had some very interesting stories to tell.

[@kymdisney11]

Wonderful tour, Jordan! I was at Hearst Castle when I was young and never forgot it. Such an amazing place!

[@garyebrecht8586]

Wow! Just Wow! I’ve wanted to tour Hearst Castle and not had the opportunity. Thanks for the awesome tour.

[@kellibomb]

Opulence of days gone by, glad it's being preserved and even more so that you vloged it. Thanks Jordan for the tour, your camera work just gets better and better.

[@Cakemaster2341]

Wow... Jordan this was incredible... such a beautiful place... thank you for going in the evening... I thought it was fabulous!!!

[@nathanplatt5517]

A good friend of mine lives on his family ranch on the south side of the Hearst castle. his ranches fence line butts up against the Hearst castle property. my friend has told me many stories about how his grandfather used to go over to the parties at the Hearst Castle back in the day.

[@1nation919]

Wow his grandfather probably partied with plenty of famous actors of the era . And hopefully slept with some!🤭🤫

[@DYLANJOPLIN1]

I love this place, been there before. It's just so beautiful. Thanks for taking us on the evening tour. Would love to visit again.

[@leggettnada1]

Wow this place is amazing I can only imagine the staff that was employed there. The cleaning, the cooking, the up keep of the grounds etc... I can honestly say that I could never live in a place like that because it's to big. It really wouldn't feel like a home to me. All in all it's a beautiful place and a jaw dropper. Thank you Jordan for this wonderful vlog. Have a wonderful day.

[@MyMickey50]

The tour guide reminds me of James Spader of Blacklist - Raymond Reddington

[@oceanlover3530]

Great tour! I’ve been maybe 6 times over the years. We use to go often in summer months when I was a kid. San Simeon itself is a beautiful little town as well as Cambria, a few miles south. That indoor pool is so beautiful. I remember the tour guide saying most guests preferred the outdoor pool as the indoor had no shallow end. Thanks, Jordan! 🙂

[@1aikane]

Tonight I was at an event at another Julia Morgan building in Honolulu, Hawaii. 🌺

[@4everspace]

This place is for an Emperor! Holy moly!! Jordan, this is amazing!

[@dashaybraden-gamble4351]

That is just awesome I really always wanted to go for that experience

[@kateannkipper5910]

THANK YOU JORDAN! I always wanted to see it! I'm a New Englander & have only been to NEWPORT RI to the rich & famous homes! 😊

[@TheMartinick]

What a beautiful evening for such a magical tour. Wish I could have been there, too.👍🏻

[@peggyminter8288]

I’ve been on one of the tours at the Castle but it was fun revisiting with you.

[@cindyhenning7832]

Thank you Jordan for the best tour of this beautiful place! I was there in 1982. I forgot a lot about this place. Thank you for sharing

[@jro7741]

The walkways are breathtaking. That your guide really knows his stuff. I love the ornate fixtures and furniture. I love the garden's. I love the people who are in period dress, just fabulous. I could get lost for hours in the library 💙 I couldn't imagine living in such opulence 💙I can't believe they are still showing film in the theater💙the pool is breathtaking 💙💜Thank you Jordan 💙 this is one of my favorite vlogs💜💙

[@blainemonkey5427]

It really HEARST me that I couldn’t be on that tour with you Jordan. Another great job! Trying to get there in October...

[@jamesagwe2981]

Get out

[@lindachavezw...246]

Was a great tour Jordan and we have taken all the tours many times. Who doesnt love Hearst Castle? Fabulous!!!

[@Arsenik17]

Thank you for taking me along with you on this tour. So much birdsong in the garden.

[@VincentPaterno-hs2fv]

I visited Hearst Castle in June 1989, taking three of the four tours, and I felt then the way I do now: If I'm blessed to reach heaven and it's half as lovely as Hearst Castle, I'll be satisfied.

[@pennygee7668]

Wow, that's amazing to think that someone lived in such grandeur and opulence! Such a part of history! The richest of rich today just couldn't compare, what a moment in time! Thanks Jordan for an excellent vlog! Another place I must visit!

[@maryjacobsen6539]

Thank you for showing this tour. I appreciate seeing it at night. It was a nice change.

[@keetka99keetka24]

I thought the night tour was calmer,more peaceful and restful.It was very informative and way different than the day tours. I liked this tour way, way more.Thank you.

[@leekorbel1191]

Wow! Amazing place or should I say palace.

[@finalscorce]

So glad I took my daughter there and experience the tour would love to do the night tour next

[@Gemashke]

Hi Jordan. I was up to Hearst Castle years ago when I was in High School and can't remember much of my visit other than the outside. You did such a great job filming this tour...it's so great to revisit such an important place in the 20th Century history of California and frankly the United States, as the Hearst Company was a huge media machine. Your channel is so great...I've been binge-watching during COVID!

[@jeremymoore2081]

My jaw dropped seeing this. Happy new year

[@wendymaisey7571]

Jaw droppingly Goregous !! Wow wow wow! Love it 😍

[@Ashley-kd2su]

Oh my!! That pool!! The entire place is breathtaking. Another fabulous vlog, Jordan!

[@molldogone8250]

Excellent Vlog Jordan. American royalty right. They don't call it the Hearst Castle for nothing. I liked when the guide explained how the Hearst's went camping. There was no "camp" about it. Thanks again. Hi to Jah!

[@stelladollies]

Sweet spirit ... the Night Tour was a LOT different than the tours I've taken in my lifetime ... whoohoo! Thank you! Smiles, Stella

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thanks

[@WildCaptures]

“What Knockers!” 10:56 Sorry, couldn’t help it 🤭 ‘Young Frankenstein’ quote

[@timetogodoug]

Thanks Jordan, have a great day!

[@Funny4450]

This is spectacular - Also, your camera work is always very smooth - Thanks, Jordan -

[@andrewsandoz8005]

Well done Jordan! I've always wanted to see Hearse castle and take the tour. Due to health issues this wasn't possible. Thanks for sharing this wonderful experience ❤️.

[@allisonmarlow184]

Our family took a month long driving trip out west during the '70's and we visited here. Back then, you had a choice of either an inside tour OR an outside tour. We took the outside tour and saw both the outdoor and indoor pools. Back then the outside pool was filled with 💦 water and it was truly awesome! Sad that it isn't operational now. It would have been cool for your vlog. You would have loved it. Maybe someday soon it will be. This tour, however, was great. Never saw the interior and we were there for a full exhausting day! Thank you for taking us with you, and for your keen attention to detail (as always.)

[@janev90]

Ooh, been there yrs ago.Thank you so much for refreshing my memory!

[@MummyBrown]

Hearst Castle is one of my favorite places to visit every time we are in the area. I've been twice and have always wanted to go on the night tour. I'm a big Gable and Chaplin fan so going and seeing the real thing compared to the photos with my guys in it is such a gas. Thanks again for keepin' my quarantine time tolerable till I can get back out there again.

[@binky2596]

Quite amazing. Thank you Jordan. Belinda

[@sandyfatland3141]

Jordan, I loved watching every minute. I have been to Hearst Castle a couple of times and each is memorable for different reasons. Different times of the year and different times of the day did make a difference- all good. To see the light and shadows cast on the buildings in your vlog only enhanced the visual experience of your vlog and imprinted a new version of great memories of a very beautiful place.

[@jeffkidd7409]

Still an overwhelming place day or night. If anyone finds this vlog monotonous, they must be jaded. This place is unreal. Thanks Jordan for showing it from a new perspective (at night). Another great and rewarding vlog. Keep it up!

[@Ma_Pooh]

The whole house is beautiful, but I really like the library!!

[@tiffanysanchez9184]

I was just there touring Hearst Castle in September with my mom and sister my first time seeing it it’s so beautiful 😍 thank you for another amazing vlog and thank you for letting me come along on your adventure keep up the great work. 🌸

[@debbiem9218]

Awesome vlog Jordan, you're just a good as the guide that took you on the tour. I'd go on a guided tour with you anytime, too bad I live in Winnipeg! Keep up the great work and hugs to Jah!

[@heidim6468]

Roomer has it that In the 70's the staff would have parties at night and in the Neptune pool out side they broke glass bottles in the pool and that put an end to the parties.Well this was a great tour and I really do love the castle. So glad you filmed it and it was great to see the place again. Thank you.

[@grettalemabouchou6779]

Rumour dear.

[@arthurchilds9856]

Wow! Speechless...... Thanks Jordan. Arthur Childs, Oak Harbor, WA. 🙂

[@MICHELLE-gu2qc]

Amazing Vlog Jordan, really enjoyed seeing rooms I didn't get to see when I was there, Stunning sunset and views. I hope you got to enjoy the beach, and elephant seals near the Castle. You made me crave for Cinnabon mentioning cinnamon rolls. Thank You for sharing your road trip

[@racheldelgado9216]

That was fun. Loved the vintage wear. Another over the top vlog.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@TheJazzie6]

I love it there would love to go back one day.

[@OutdoorsygalO]

Hello from Central Ontario, Canada! 🙋‍♀️ That was kind of Lady Ga Ga to donate towards the restoration of the pool. When I was there, in 1987 I remember there being more sarcophagus coffins about though. Where are they now? Also, we weren’t allowed any flash photography back then, especially in the areas where the tapestries were, yet now they are lit up. 🤷‍♀️ I love the live actors in period costumes onsite and the tour guide is awesome! 🙂👍🏻 It was nice to see the cottage. Gorgeous! It was cool to see the kitchen! I love how they had everything all set up as if the actors Chefs were cooking! And so lovely that they grew a lot of their fruit on site. What a library! Wow! 😍 I was there in 1987 and took many photos. Stunning views and wonderful architecture and collections. What a beautiful place! ❤️ I remember the pool at the end of the video and all the alabaster lights. During the time I toured that, we weren’t allowed in but could peer from the one end; where is the spot I took a photo from. How nice to see inside, thank you! 🥰 You know, I wonder if there were any ramps installed in recent years for wheelchair access? Any idea?

[@anneterri8960]

I returned for the night tour, and Jordan it was very enjoyable.

[@craigparham7992]

Thanks for taking me to Hearst Castle - Cheers - Craig - Australia

[@jomama5186]

What a treat Jordan ! Thank you so much for sharing these amazing experiences! Love you Jordan and Jah !

[@rsoubiea]

I have been fascinated with this place since high school, thank you for so much for the tour! ❤️

[@bernardofitzpatrick5403]

Have been to Hearst Castle but really enjoyed your vlog, Jordan. I did not take a tour so missed out on quite a bit - thanks to you I saw everything worth seeing. Thanks!

[@loridee1182]

Probably one of the most beautiful homes in the world, great video, thanks Jordan.

[@elonashrum7074]

We went to Disneyland in early 60's. On way back to bay area we went around this mountain we picked up a painter hitch hiking he gave a painting of Hearst castle as payment for the ride. I remember all the flowers on the mountain side.

[@staceyannette5768]

I have always wanted to go to the Hearst castle thank you for this so amazing the library was my favorite room.

[@catherinaherterich7178]

Good afternoon Jordan brilliant blog.

[@nelsonkatherinemartins6388]

William Hearst is the Man!!! He lived in luxury!!! This palace is totally Awesome!!! I would have adored to have been to one of his parties!! He knew how to party!!

[@JohnWilson-um1ly]

Thanks for sharing this, just beautiful!

[@KimmyStyled]

I have been to Biltmore many times and the Breakers...I need to add this one to my list. Well done Jordan.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thanks! I want to go to the Breakers too

[@amypowers9996]

very kool I see you stopped at the Madonna Inn. I take my daughter there every year for her birthday because she loves their champaigne cake

[@debbieclark7031]

Castle ! More like a palace those front doors !! I like the staging of the place with the people in period clothing. Both vlogs are amazing ! I'm going to watch them both again. Thanks for the great vlog, can't wait for tomorrows.

[@dianebenzler9133]

I went on a tour of Hearst castle in 1967, with my late mother. I only saw one wing and the pool. I wish my mother and I could have gone back. I'd like to go someday with my sister.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

That's probably because they separated the house into about 3 or 4 tours, so unfortunately they want you to pay for multiple tours to see all of it..

[@dianebenzler9133]

@@DazewithJordantheLion Yes, I know that, and they've been doing it forever! Mostly to stiff you out of a lot of bread!

[@dianebenzler9133]

I've also seen the Scotty's castle tour in Death Valley, but that was in 1979, now that was fun!

[@dianebenzler9133]

I live in Fresno, Ca, and there are two mansions up here worth seeing. One is Kerney Mansion and the other is the Meux house. They were both built by Confederate doctors after the Civil war, and the best time to see them is around Christmas or Easter, and they have both houses dressed to the nines!!!

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

It's currently closed. I've wanted to Vlog it for 2 years

[@kplante7881]

Fantastic... we are headed there this July. Thanks for sharing!

[@vonlossberg]

Hey Jordan..I put this on facebook during the corona virus so people could go. Great job!

[@leenorthcutt8421]

Sooooo cool! I've been there several times, but never on the night tour - thanks for sharing!!!