My husband and I almost skipped the Biltmore because we thought maybe too touristy, but that would have been a huge mistake because it ended up being one of my favorite stops in Asheville. I even found myself wishing we stayed at the Biltmore Inn so we could wake up and enjoy the beauty everyday in Asheville. We visited during Luminere, which is a new attraction where the Biltmore estate and gardens basically light up after 9pm. We got there a few hours earlier to enjoy the grounds, do some wine tasting (lines too long so just purchased some wine instead) and take in a beautiful sunset. It really is the most gorgeous place to watch a sunset. Luminere began with a light show that shared the history of the Biltmore Estate which i found pretty interesting. Then we walked thru the gardens, which was all lit up similar to what i've experienced at many botanical gardens during the holidays. It was a gorgeous night, a beautiful show and a great way to get our steps in. I think visiting the Biltmore any time of day would be special, but this was an extra fun way to see it! read more

Biltmore Estate - Luminere - Museums Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

This had been on my bucket list a long time and while everyone has a different opinion of the tour, I LOVED every minute I was in there. Being a history and architectural enthusiast, along with being obsessed with this time period, it was amazing to walk through every room and envision what it was like during the time they lived there and marvel at the construction and invention. I highly suggest touring it if you haven't. NOTE: I hear Christmas is spectacular there! read more

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If you visit Asheville you'll no doubt hear about the Biltmore Estate, America's Largest Home®, built by George Vanderbilt. It's a 8,000-acre estate with a winery and shopping village and more. Everything in the house preserved from the early 1900s. Here are some quick tips if your visiting: - Tickets are more expensive on weekends so try to visit on a weekday if possible. - The early the better for scheduling your tour so you are in and out quicker. - Park in lot A if possible (easiest walk to house) - If you are going in the summer it is very hot inside the house. Not sure if there is air conditioning bc it didn't feel like it - It takes 2-3 to get through the house tour and another 2 hrs to see the gardens so plan accordingly. read more

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If you're in Asheville, take the time to do a tour of the Biltmore. The self-guided tour has audio phones that allow you to go at your own pace and skip the areas of the home that don't interest you. The tour comes with a complimentary wine tasting in the winery, a tour of the gardens, and free parking. The Biltmore is a beautiful home. read more

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Absolutely stunning estate!! It is everything that everyone hypes about! I really love the library and kitchen I think those were my favorite and it just has such a magical feel to it, something in the movies!! It's absolutely massive and they even have a bowling alley and pool downstairs! My partner was curious as to if they have a wine cellar and the staff confirmed, we walked around listening to audios and self tour and I really enjoyed it and learning all the facts like a school trip! Don't forget that the wine tasting is included in your trip!!! We had no idea and when exiting it did take us to the wineries, but we had been there half the day and made lunch reservations so we weren't able to experience it!!! sadddddd! The gardens are gorgeous and the left of the house has a huge coy pond that the groundskeeper let me feed!! He gave facts about coy living so long sometimes they outlive their owners and need to be put in a will!! The Conservatory is gorgeous and my partner and I saw flowers and plants we've never seen before, so lovely and highly recommend! I would've loved to have visited during Christmas I can't imagine how gorgeous it is! read more

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It was beautiful! Very well organized by the staff most people were polite and respectful. read more

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Always a lovely place to visit. Everything was well organized and relaxing. Lawrence was fantastic in helping us get in with our handicapped family member without confusion or delay. There are stairs you'll need to manage. There are a few elevators (believe it or not this was in the original design). Quick reminder: no open containers or glass containers inside the building. read more

When you're in Asheville, they say the Biltmore is a MUST! So we booked a couple tickets ($115 PP) for the regular grounds tour + wine tasting. It was the perfect day weather wise to tour through the estate inside and out. The place is massive! The closer you get the more small you feel and walking through from room to room you just can't believe how big and spacious it is. This was my first tour where they give you this phone that looks vintage or from the 80's and you click on each number and an audio guides you through each room and gives you the back story. It was quite amusing watching so many people walking around with these phones up to their ears while trying to take photos. Some of the rooms were so beautiful, the fireplaces and how well they preserved a lot of these super old things. It was a fairly busy afternoon but the pace was quite steady for a weekday so I'm glad we chose that over a weekend. After the tour inside we grab a bite and drink at the two places offered outside. Then we made our way through the gardens and just endless rows of tulips. Make sure you go through and down to go to the botanical gardens. Holy cow, this was place was insane and the plants and flowers were gorgeous. I gotta give it up for these landscapers and people that keep up with all of it. There were plants and flowers I've never seen before and then you get to one room where there's a violinist and that was such a nice touch. After that we hopped back into our car and strolled over to the wine tasting room and gift shop. They were very quick and efficient with how it was set up and with all these groups coming in at once. We got to taste 5 wines and ended up taking 2 bottles home. I would say be prepared to spend some money visiting the Biltmore Estate but it was totally worth it! We got some beautiful views and photos! read more

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Beautiful mansion and grounds! We caught the last weekend for the holiday decorations. The tour was very informative if a little long. Absolutely beautiful grounds. And the "village" was a nice stop. The winery was a pleasant surprise as we assumed it would be super sweet fruit wines. Thankfully the wines actually used grapes brought in from the west coast. This is not a super kid friendly tour - it's to long. We did see the staff assisting with a visitor in a wheelchair chair but the house and tour is definitely not friendly for anyone with mobility issues or who can't stand/walk for long periods of time. read more

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Very cool experience with so many cool things to see. The home is so unique with so many secrets and unexpected historical delights. The gardens/conservatory are really beautiful and the most well maintained I've ever seen. Luminere was short but incredibly done as well with pixel perfect laser animation on the house, never seen anything quite like it. read more

Visiting Biltmore Estate is unforgettable at any time of year, but seeing it at Christmas is truly magical. The estate's famous artwork and historic pieces are breathtaking on their own, yet during the holidays they feel even more alive. Grand portraits, sculptures, and tapestries are perfectly complemented by elegant Christmas trees, glowing lights, and lush garlands, creating a beautiful blend of art, history, and seasonal warmth. Walking through the rooms feels like stepping into a classic holiday story--every space is thoughtfully decorated without taking away from the incredible craftsmanship and world-class art that make Biltmore so iconic. The attention to detail is extraordinary, and the Christmas atmosphere adds an extra layer of wonder and charm. Biltmore at Christmas is not just a tour; it's an experience that stays with you long after you leave. To make the visit even better, the audio tour is incredibly informative and well-paced, adding rich context and stories that truly enhance the experience. I especially loved the greenhouse! read more

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Came here for the winery and had a fun experience! Only retracting a star since the complimentary shuttle wasn't running and they don't let Ubers drop off on property, so we had to rent a car just to do this activity we planned. We visited the outside of the house for photos and the lawn was kept up with nicely and the house was beautiful! I am glad we stopped here on our trip. read more

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The grandeur and scope of this magnificent estate is beyond comprehension. Purchase your entry ticket online and save having to stop, buy tickets then get back into your car to drive and park. Entry tickets are toned. Plan on spending 2 hours if you listen to every story on the narrated tour. Make sure to stroll the expansive gardens before going to the winery for a complimentary tasting. Spent 4 hours on property and felt like we got the full experience. read more

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The Biltmore estate is an absolute must visit when in Asheville. It is an architectural marvel. It's amazing to hear the history of the house and to explore the beautiful grounds. I went when it was decorated for Christmas, which added to the experience. be prepared to walk a lot it's probably not a great place for somebody who has mobility issues. I would definitely come back to visit the Biltmore during a different season. Yes it is a little pricey, but it is well worth a visit. read more

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Had a great time visiting the Biltmore Estate! We bought a ground ticket which includes the Garden and Grounds and Antler Hill Winery and Village. I would recommend parking at lot C, D, and E unless you feel like walking. The shuttles are nice, free and the lady gives a bit of history about the property while riding. The views are beautiful, garden is breath taking and the ticket comes with a complimentary wine tasting of 6-7 wines. I also had coffee and sat in the courtyard outside the house. Only thing we didn't see was inside the house which was $40 more dollars. All in all it was worth the trip! read more

Knowing that 80,000+ acres were donated from the original 125,000 acres to form the National Forest called Pisgah National Forest. read more

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The Biltmore has been on my bucket list (also, sidebar: I'm a huge Downton Abbey fan) -- so I had to see her dressed up for the holidays and in her full glory. So $132/person later. I made it, I hiked (yes, I consider it a hike), and experienced the Biltmore Estates House and Grounds Tour: Christmas Edition. The grounds are beautiful and as a history buff, I enjoyed it. From the black craftsmans' fair treatment and the novelty of it all, I'm a fan and the Vanderbilts are alright with me. It was a great self-guided tour, and the hubs and I appreciated the history (again), beautiful grounds, and the house art and architectural details. It's old, it's massive, and absolutely splendid. The Biltmore is an Asheville must-see. Now, would I visit again? Definitely not at the holiday price tag, but maybe for the rooftop tour. Cheers! read more

Don't miss a chance to view the grounds and gardens at Biltmore. Unfortunately in December there wasn't a lot going on in the gardens, so we went to the Conservatory. Gorgeous orchids, unusual cacti and succulents, and lot of red blooms. If you don't want to go in the House, there's a parking lot through the gardens (can get full). read more

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I was just looking through my photos of the night my mom and I toured Biltmore and was getting a little misty eyed. My mom has been wanting to come here even longer than I had, so she treated us to the Christmas package which included a day and nighttime visit to the home. We pulled up in the shuttle right at golden hour and it was my first time seeing the house. I was able to get all the amazing selfie photos both in and outside of the house which hello I'm going to do it for the gram. It was nice to go through each of the rooms and I never felt rushed or like it was too crowded. Touring the home is one of those core memories I will always have and made even more special because I was able to share it with my mom at Christmas. read more

Of course we had to come here. Only sad we couldn't go inside but they were filming a movie. We loved walking the grounds and the place looks gorgeous. You take a little shuttle ride up to the house which was fun for us and my son. read more

This is a historical place for Asheville. It is typically pretty crowded. The prices are pretty steep. It is owned by the Vanderbilts, which have plenty of money. The prices are so high. Literally there's a register at every end or section of the Biltmore. It's how the billionaires say wealthy. It's clean well organized. They have a variety of options of food as well as stores where you can shop at. Most items you can get anywhere but they have the. Biltmore label on there. People travel from several different states and places just to see this property. There is typically going to be a line for the establishment from November to December 31 due to being a big time of year for tourists for holiday. You can go horseback riding visit the winery shop experience the spa walk around the house and the gardens, etc.. it's a lot of walking but handicap friendly but assessable. Hope you enjoy. read more

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The Biltmore Estate is beautiful! You can see all the care that goes into keeping the grounds clean and thriving; the lush green lawns, the amazing flowers you can see from the road, and the trees forming the thick forest-like grounds. There weren't a lot of people here, so it was very peaceful and relaxing (except for the drivers who insisted on riding up on our bumper for part of the time!). The buildings were like castles from Downton Abbey. Visiting the interior of the house was a great experience; to know that *somebody* lives this way is hard to fathom, but it was fun to see and pretend it was mine! The self-guided tour of the house was very interesting, too, and kept things moving inside. Worth a visit at least once! My very favorite part of the Biltmore Estate has to be the gardens. The flowers and other plants were so plentiful and absolutely amazing. The placement of the plants added to the beauty. Such a wonderful experience that caressed all the senses! I could've wandered their gardens all day if it was not for the heat!! read more

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This was one of the most disappointing stops on our entire road trip. You cannot even step on the grounds for less than $85 per person and an actual ticket to the estate will run you a MINIMUM of $130 per person. We drove in to take a look and see if we could let our dog out because we had read that the grounds were dog friendly, even though the house was not. There are literally multiple employees at the gate that stop you and we were told " this is the furthest you can get without a ticket." Having never been here before, we pulled over to purchase tickets online because we were told you could buy tickets for the grounds only. $85. $85 per person. They want people to pay $85 per person to drive in and see the grounds when the brown wilted grass is pretty much the only thing visible from the gatehouse. I was genuinely shocked and then utterly disgusted. We have stopped at many grand homes and estates on our recent travels and no one charges you to stand on the grass. Especially in November when the majority of flora is sleeping or deceased. This gilded estate is jarringly disconnected from reality and in my mind does nothing more than stand as a monument to the glaring class disparities of its time and ours. read more

Biltmore Estate - Museums Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

The Biltmore at Christmas is truly magical. The mansion is glowing with lights, and the beautifully manicured grounds make the entire property feel like a holiday dream. Inside, the decorations are absolutely stunning, with poinsettias and flowers everywhere and breathtaking Christmas trees in every room. Carolers and a harp player add to the festive atmosphere, making the experience even more special. The tour is very informative, and we loved learning about the history of the estate. There's also so much to enjoy around the property, including the gardens, winery, hotel, and restaurants. The gift shops are filled with wonderful keepsakes, too. This is one of my favorite places to visit and, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful examples of ornamental architecture--especially during the magic of Christmas. read more

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12/30/2025 My wife and I first visited the Biltmore over 15 years ago. At that time, they were setting up the house for Christmas, and we said then that we needed to come back someday for the candlelight tour. Well, we finally did -- and wow, has the price gone up. Back then, I believe it was around $35-$40 per person to tour the house with a guide. This time, when I booked online, it was $130 per person, and that was without a guide. As you arrive at the estate, the original front gate is beautifully outlined in white lights, and there's a gift shop at the entrance decorated the same way. From there, it's a bit of a drive to the next gate where you check in, followed by an almost two-mile winding drive to the first set of parking lots. Parking is divided into Lots A, B, and C. From these lots, you walk a short distance to a building where you board a bus for the final mile to the house. There are closer parking lots, but they require a very long walk and do not have bus service. For anyone with mobility concerns, Lots B and C are the best for handicap parking. I am handicap, and we parked in Lot C for the candlelight tour and Lot B the next day to explore the grounds in daylight. Lot A doesn't seem ideal for handicap access unless the others are full. The bus drivers were excellent. Some shared stories and history about the Biltmore, while others just chatted casually, which made the ride enjoyable either way. We arrived about 45 minutes early, so we walked around the outside of the house and took photos. It was very cold, so we didn't stay out long and instead spent time in the gift shops until it was time to check in. The moment you enter the front door is truly breathtaking. The doors themselves are solid and about six inches thick. Inside, there was a small choir singing Christmas songs, which set the tone perfectly. From there, we began the tour. Every room was decorated beautifully for Christmas, with trees and decorations styled to reflect the period when the house was built. The scale of the place is incredible -- each room feels as large as, or larger than, an entire house. I could describe each room, but it would take forever. This is something you really need to experience in person. It's also fascinating to see some of the advanced features the house had for its time. My wife and I would love to return again, especially to ride our bikes around the grounds, which are just as impressive as the house itself. read more

What a cool experience going on a tour of this estate! We got tickets for the house and grounds and it was fascinating learning about the history of the house, the estate, and the Vanderbilt family. It took us about an hour and a half to get through the house. read more

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Amazing !!! We did the candlelight Christmas tour and the next day we walked the gardens . The Biltmore is simply breathtaking! Highly recommend if you've never been . read more

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Beautiful mansion and grounds. Great audio tour and well organized. Staff was great and the experience was amazing more than I could have imagined. We didn't eat here but tour comes with free wine tasting in Antler Village which was wonderful. Definitely gotta visit. Pricey but worth a once in a lifetime experience of history. read more

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The Biltmore Estate is very shady. I've had my annual pass for many years and it was currently set to expire in November 2025. But it was to be extended based on the issues with canceling my tickets without any communication in 2024. I've been getting notices the last few weeks to renew which seemed odd so far out. Instead of extending the yearly pass, they took months away. So my pass expired March 1, 2025. This is a first for me as other companies do not take months away from a paid year. Be very careful when dealing with this company and keep all your documentation as they do not seem above board. read more

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This was a very cool experience, I recommend it if you like history and like to see how rich people live. The basic tour of the grounds and the house gets you an audioguide of each room. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. We came in October and they had already decorated the house in preparation for Christmas so we saw Christmas trees and Christmas decor in almost every room. You are not able to bring big bags or drinks on property. You can bring a clear water bottle. There are also trolleys that take you from the parking lots or other locations around the property, I especially recommend taking the trolley if you walk all the way down to the conservatory and want to get back up to the house. read more

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Always on my list to visit. Enjoyable. Audio tour included. 90 minute tour. Amazing house built in ealy 1900s. Took long time to build. Very amazing including basement pool. 100 dollars plus to visit. Includes gardens, winery, village and kid exhibits. read more

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Wow this place is amazing! From the house tour to the beautifully manicured grounds and gardens and ponds and wildlife u could not ask for more. The people are all extremely friendly and so are the Vanderbilt family! The restaurants there are all great setving great hot food and super drinks. We saw bear, turkey, geese, deer, horses, cows, goats and some beautiful flora and fauna! The flowers were extremely well kept. This plave is worth the price of admission and well worth a day or two of your time. What a history lesson and way to guve back to humanity! Thnx to the family and their contribution to all! read more

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The moment we arrived to the welcome center to purchase tickets, the ladies at the front were so nice and answered all my questions. We didn't have a lot Of time so we asked what we should do and how we should approach since this was the first time and short on time. They helped us out so much pointing out parking lots and giving directions. The grounds at the Biltmore are just beautiful. I enjoyed walking around, truly amazing. Loved it. Next time would love to see inside. read more

Biltmore Estate - Museums Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

The Biltmore is a full day experience. We toured the house, went on a special tour, saw the exhibit, and visited the winery. The house is impressive and worth the visit. Visiting at different times of year yields a new experience. Learned about the construction, history, and use of the property. But your tickets ahead of time online to save a few bucks. Factor in about 20 mins to get between the different parts of the property, between walking to the car and driving to the next parking lot. read more

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The tour was fantastic! My group and I did the House and the Grounds and it's a whole afternoon activity. The house is flows to each room very seamlessly and tells a great story through the phones they give you when you walk in. It took my group just over an hour and that is with us kind of speeding up towards the end. The parking lots are a little bit of a walks away, but they do offer a shuttle if you park in parking lot C, that bring you right to the front. The shops are unique in their own way. I personally enjoyed the Christmas shop and they had quite a few things on sale during this time of year (Summer). Good thing to note, is that the only bathrooms are with the shops, there are none inside the house. My group and I didn't see too much of the Grounds due to time restrictions. But what I did see was very beautiful. Definitely a trip that people need to do when they visit Asheville. read more

A fantastic experience for those that enjoy stepping into the past and learning about architecture, or simply want to enjoy a beautiful home. The Biltmore Estate is humongous and each room of the house was artfully crafted and curated by some of the most talented people of the time. Beautiful works of art hang on the walls, the furniture and decor were all thoughtfully placed, and there are books everywhere! My favorites were the library, the suites, and kitchen/pantries. I also really enjoyed the indoor garden room and can only imagine how peaceful it must have been to be able to curl up with a book in that space. We took about 2 hours to get through the entire home, and didn't feel rushed or squeezed. read more

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My visit to the Biltmore estate was interesting. It was not something I considered ever doing, but a friend wanted to go and I agreed to join her. I'm not sure it's something I would ever want to do again. We purchased regular admission tickets, which were incredibly overpriced IMO ($145.00 for two hours of walking in crowds), and spent a little over an hour touring the inside of the "home." The exterior was amazing, it looked like a grand and beautiful castle. And the surrounding grounds and landscape were breathtaking. What we were able to tour of the inside seemed like less than 1/3 of the interior (many areas were roped off). I noticed a few dehumidifiers and some duct pipe and thought it might be due to storm damage from last year. But the entire tour felt cold, stuffy, and claustrophobic...and just plain creepy in a lot of areas like the pool, gym, bowling lanes, servants areas, hallways, and kitchen areas. Add the massive traffic of people surrounding you and pushing through each space and it felt downright suffocating at times. It's the end of October, and they either decorated for the holidays or had begun decorating, but it still didn't feel festive or joyful inside that house, except at the entrance. I did think that many of the ceilings were pretty amazing. We did enjoy touring the shops, but we had very little time to do much more exploring, because everything was shutting down for the day. Our tour reservation spot was for 3 PM and the last trolley was departing at 5 PM. To give someone ample time to see things other than the inside of the house, they should stop selling tours three hours before closing. My favorite part of the entire experience was chatting with the wonderful lady providing wine samples in the gift shop. She was fantastic. My least favorite part of the entire experience was more terrifying than the indoor pool. I was almost plowed down by a vehicle in parking lot C as everyone was exiting the trolley to head to their vehicles. I was the first off but almost everyone had exited when I heard tires screeching and gasps/screams from other trolley passengers; it was terrifying, seeing how close the vehicle came to actually hitting me. They should really consider putting those red fold out blinking "stop arms" on their trolleys. read more

GORGEOUS! $110/pp for the day tour, and worth every penny! There are add-on tours, which we did not opt for this time, but my father has, and he says they are definitely worth the extra money (and he is frugal, so that means ITS WORTH THE EXTRA MONEY) Stay on property, do the tour, do the extras, give them all your money. You'll have a great time. read more

Biltmore is a great place, pretty much the United States only castle. The house always gets most of the attention but the gardens should get more as they deserve more. Everything was carefully planned so that there is always something in bloom no matter the season, even in winter...and it is spectacular. I believe the conservatory and gardens here are better than the North Carolina Arboretum which had practically nothing in bloom in April, but Biltmore....sooo many blooms everywhere. At Christmas they have a toy train running in the greenhouse conservatory up high that my kids absolutely love. I'm a huge fan of the hiking trails here as well. So much to see and do, so many places to walk. I think we got 20,000 steps for the day exploring everything. My daughter has done one of the behind the scenes tours where she got to go rooftop and she loved it. Christmas is a great time to go as the house gets a huge tree and Christmas decorations. I enjoy the winery especially the walk through the old Dairy Farm where they store all the wine. Wine tastings are free and most of the wine is inexpensive. I've tried several of the restaurants such as Cedricks Pub and the one across from the Winery that serves cheese with all of the wines. Food prices and quality are pretty good. I have never stayed on the property because it's crazy expensive, $400+ per night....just can't bring myself to pay that when I can get a great hotel room nearby for $150/night or an AirBnb for not much more. I was a member for years pre-covid when the membership price was $100 a year. Kids get in for free regardless of whether or not they are yours so you can bring your kids friends along for the adventure. Today a membership costs a little over $200 a year which is a bit much. It requires three visits to make it worth it and this cost is per adult not a family cost, so a couple would spend $400+ for a membership...it's just too high. When it was $100 I was on auto-renew and kept it all the time but once it went up I canceled it and I only renew it when I plan on going a few times in the same year. read more

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Visited the home and back room tour yesterday. Absolutely fantastic - the holiday decorations were awesome and we were so impressed. It is expensive, but it was a great experience and one we want to incorporate into our holiday schedule. Shout out to Gregg the tour guide on the tour of the servant areas of the home. He was very knowledgeable and a great guide. read more