National Historic Site
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in New York. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center; entrance fees start at $15.
New York National Historic Site America the Beautiful pass accepted
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“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.”
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The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site collects fees year-round.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Per Person | $15 | Entrance to the Vanderbilt Mansion is by guided tour only. |
| Pass | Cost | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Entrance - Park | $45 | At the park |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here. This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online. Fee details on nps.gov
Bard Rock is a picnic area and one of the only places within the park that visitors can gain such proximity to the Hudson River. Historically, it was a river landing with “a large flat rock, which forms a natural wharf” capable of accommodating large sloops.
1-3 Hours Year-round Pets allowed
The Hudson River School Art Trail connects you with the places in nature that Thomas Cole and the Hudson River School artists made famous in their 19th-century landscape paintings.
Pets allowed
Everything you need to know about access to the Vanderbilt Mansion and how to obtain your tickets. Tour days and times change seasonally, so check here for more information on planning your visit.
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Activities the NPS lists for Vanderbilt Mansion.
Arts and CultureCompass and GPSGeocachingGuided ToursHands-OnCitizen ScienceHikingJunior Ranger ProgramShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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During the winter and spring months, tours of the Mansion are offered daily. The first tour usually starts at 10 AM with the last tour starting at 3:30 PM. Each tour's approximate length is 1 hour.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00AM - 3:30PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00AM - 3:30PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00AM - 3:30PM |
| Thursday | 10:00AM - 3:30PM |
| Friday | 10:00AM - 3:30PM |
| Saturday | 10:00AM - 3:30PM |
| Sunday | 10:00AM - 3:30PM |
Weather: Spring: Temperatures usually range from 40°F to 70°F. Rain is not uncommon. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70° F to 100° F. Humidity can be high throughout the summer months with periods of rain.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavilion Visitor Center | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 845-444-9166 | Yes |
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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