The House is open daily from 10.30am, with last entry for a free flow visit at 3pm, thereafter it will be a guided tour at 3.30pm and 4.00pm (subject to change on bank holidays and school holidays).
The Gardens are open daily from 10.00am until 6.00pm (with last entry at 5.00pm).
The Courtyard shops, facilities and Garden Centre are open daily: admission free.
Parking is free of charge.
From time to time the House closes early as we prepare for a wedding or private event, please check our early closures below before you visit.
Saturday 27th April 2019 - The House will be closing early with last entry at 3pm due to a private event.
Saturday 31st August 2019 - The House and Grounds will be closed for a private event.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Shopping & Eating Opening Times
Monday - Thursday
Courtyard Cafe
10am - 5pm
Fitzroy Restaurant
Coffee Shop
9.30am - 5pm
9.30am - 5.30pm
Boathouse Cafe*
10.30am - 4pm
Farm Shop
9.30am - 6pm
Garden Centre
Carriage House Gift Shop
House Gift Shop
10.30am - 5pm
*subject to change on poor weather days
Group discounts available for bookings of 12 or more people, please visit our Group Visits page.
Concession tickets apply to those aged 60 and over, disabled visitors and students.
To see our full list of active promotions please click here.
Make the most of your day by enjoying Castle Howard inside and out. Admire sumptuous interiors furnished with world renowned works of art, before exploring over 1,000 acres of monumental gardens with statues, lakes, temples and fountains. And for youngsters, the Adventure Playground offers endless fun.
This ticket is valid for one visit between Saturday 30th March 2019 until Sunday 3rd November 2019.
The House opens daily at 10.30am with last entry for a free flow visit at 3pm, thereafter it will be a guided tour at 3.30pm and 4pm (subject to change on bank holidays/school holidays). A guided tour of the House lasts 45 minutes).
Book online in advance and SAVE 10%.*
*Please note: Online tickets must be bought before midnight the day before your visit.
Explore 1,000 acres of parkland with meandering woodland paths, lakeside terraces, temples, fountains and the Walled Garden: beautiful at any time of year. And for youngsters, the Adventure Playground offers endless fun.
This ticket is valid for one visit between Saturday 30th March to Sunday 3rd November 2019.
The Gardens Ticket will give you access to the selected events listed below:
Festival of Dogs (4th-6th May), Traction Engine Rally (25-26th May), Jousting Weekend (8th-9th June) and the Car Show (16th June).
Enjoy unlimited free access to the House, Gardens, Parkland and Adventure Playground as well as a range of exclusive benefits and Friends events with our Silver and Gold Friends membership.
Find out more or call us on 01653 648621 to see how Friends membership can be a real delight for you and your friends and family.
Members of the HHA can enjoy one free visit to Castle Howard annually, as per the terms and conditions listed on the HHA website. Members of the HHA receive a discount when joining the Castle Howard Friends Membership scheme.