About Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
Built by of one of the first families of wealth in America. Designed by one of the nation's preeminent architects. The Vanderbilt Mansion is a home built expressly for the aristocratic lifestyle.
Quick Facts
Entrance Fees
Entrance to the Vanderbilt Mansion is by guided tour only.
Operating Hours
Tours of the Mansion are offered daily and generally begin every hour. The first tour usually starts at 10 AM with the last tour being an exception to the hourly rule. There is no 3 PM tour, and instead, the last tour starts at 3:30 PM. Each tour's approximate length is 1 hour. Tour times are subject to change and have different schedules seasonally. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis in the Visitor Center where the tour guide begins the tour.
Activities
Getting There
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site is located in the town of Hyde Park, NY, approximately 5 miles north of Poughkeepsie along Route 9G, midway between New York City and Albany, about a 1.5 hour drive from either direction. Located on the east bank of the Hudson River, the park is easily reached by either the Taconic State Parkway or Route 9, and the New York State Thruway west of the Hudson River.
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Entrance Passes
The Roosevelt-Vanderbilt 2025 Annual Pass is valid for Entrance Fee at Roosevelt-Vanderbilt NHS for Entrance Fee only for pass holder and three persons (16 or older) when per person fees are charged. The pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
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Visitor Centers
Pavilion Visitor Center
In the Pavilion Visitor Center, visitors may acquire tickets for guided tours of the Vanderbilt Mansion. Tours begin in the Pavilion followed by a short…
Hours: The Visitor Center is open every day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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