Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site: Alerts, Map, Weather & Trailie Planner

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.

Weather Information

Spring
Temperatures usually range from 40°F to 70°F.
Summer
Temperatures usually range from 70° F to 100° F.
Fall
Temperatures usually range from 40° F to 70° F.
Winter
Temperatures usually range from 30° F to 50°F.

Rain is not uncommon. Humidity can be high throughout the summer months with periods of rain. Peak leaf season is mid-October. Rain is not uncommon. Ice, Freezing Rain and Snow are not uncommon.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person

$15.00

Entrance to the Vanderbilt Mansion is by guided tour only.

Operating Hours

Tours of the Vanderbilt Mansion

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. 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.

Monday10:00AM - 3:30PM
Tuesday10:00AM - 3:30PM
Wednesday10:00AM - 3:30PM
Thursday10:00AM - 3:30PM
Friday10:00AM - 3:30PM
Saturday10:00AM - 3:30PM
Sunday10:00AM - 3:30PM

Park Grounds, Gardens, & Trails

Park and mansion tour hours vary by season. The grounds are open daily, except for New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Monday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday7:00AM - 5:00PM

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park

$45.00

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.

Planning Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site

The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Permits for live updates.

TrailVerse lists 2 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site Tours and Vanderbilt Mansion Group Tour Reservation. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.