First time visitor Dog friendly grounds - saw a dog bag dispenser gravel cement asphalt grounds Semi incline Free parking Did the tour - $17 for a little over 90 mins to see each level of the castle and hear the history Tours are on select days and times. It would indicate on the website and just appear and wait for the door to open to pay for entry. Or can be purchase ahead of time. Home was decorated for a weekend event but to see the details of the Mosaics, molding, rooms, creek of wooden floors, to just be inside a castle, and to hear how the Joslyn started from the ground up and truly gave back to the community even after of passing to ensure the community was taken of. They treated everyone including to those working for them like family. To wander around the grounds floor is pretty neat, to see the inside is pretty special. Would recommend especially those passionate for history, designing, and architecture. read more

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Really a must see if you're in Omaha for a couple days, because how often can you say you toured a legit castle without leaving North America? The tour starts in one of the grandest rooms in the home and while it is a bit old-fashioned for this digital age, need I remind you that this is a literal castle? What's more old school than that? We visited in late fall so there wasn't much to see in terms of foliage or plant life, I suspect it is even more wonderful in the spring and summer. read more

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After visiting the Joslyn Museum I made a trip to the home of the Joslyns to see where they once lived. I took the tour and it was very informative and we spent about 2 hours touring the house. We were shown architectural styles through out the house as well as stories. I personally enjoyed the tour and would recommend this to others. read more

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This review is just for the grounds/gardens since the inside is not dog friendly. The exterior is nice but there's really just not that much to see. It was a bit awkward because it seemed as if they had set up a wedding reception or event with lots of white chairs on the lawn, however, the only signs were that you could rent the space and not that they were having an event. We only stayed we only stayed for a few minutes because I didn't want to intrude on whatever event was going to occur. Having an updated website with information on events and closures would be a great addition. There is some information posted about the family and the structure but overall this is similar to a small park and it's nice that they allow people to walk around. read more

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A beautiful castle-like home that's been carefully restored. They offer house tours that not only go into the history of the house, but of the family, the city, and the world at the time. Our docent was really knowledgeable about things, even down to the materials used in each room. The design of the house is really beautiful, particularly the stairs and all the stained glass windows. You can also walk around the grounds and enjoy the gardens and trees. You don't need a reservation in advance to take the tour but you should check the times in advance so you're not waiting around for a while for your tour. Definitely worth a stop if you have a couple of hours free in Omaha! read more

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The tours of Joslyn Castle are a true gem of Omaha. The guide was informative, knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the Joslyn family and their large impact on Omaha. The castle Is absolutely stunning and the tour was thorough enough that you could really appreciate every detail. Highly recommend!! read more

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We were married at the castle 25 years ago and decided to revisit it on a tour for a Saturday date. It was so nostalgic and lovely. We especially liked seeing the parts of the castle that have continued to be renovated over the years as well as the memories of our special day. A beautiful venue and a wonderful piece of Omaha history. read more

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What a fascinating place in the middle of Omaha! I was in town to visit family, and wanted to see some of the sights. Definitely the guided tour is a must. We went on a Sunday for the first tour of the day (1 PM). It was six of us, along with a couple of other small groups. I believe the tour is limited to 40 people, but was happy that there was maybe half that. The tour is around an hour. Incredibly informative tour guide. I don't think this is suitable for high school kids or under unless they're really interested in history, but for adults it is fascinating. If you happen to be in Omaha, or if you live in Omaha, this is definitely something you need to do. read more

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Recently, my husband and I went on a day date and had an amazing experience exploring this hidden gem. I highly recommend this tour if you are interested in history or architecture. It's definitely a must-visit! read more

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I found that the tour (4Apr25) killed all fascination for this impressive property for these 12 reasons: 1. My disappointment started with very misleading/vague website information 2. Very family UN-friendly guided tour (no other options; closed between tours) 3. -- no sign at door re closed between tours, no entry or waiting seating ahead; and docent rude about informing us 4. Everyone forced to endure a droll 50-min old-school canned lecture before tour 5. -- no written materials available to spare you from the regurgitation of deep details 6. -- others could self-explore (escape) but we got yanked back to our group 7. No accommodations for language or hearing disabilities 8. Docent wasn't helpful in asking for questions only to defer her answer and then never circled back 9. Strange modern art in rooms was a serious detraction (from surrounding beauty) 10. Would suggest the insightful small photos (leaned on window sills) of 'early days' be enlarged on easels in center of room 11. Horrified when docent rested open can of soda on banister in Music Room 12. Received angry scowl when we opted to exist tour early 13. Great for architecture/design students, all others beware. read more

I was very happy I was able to make it to a tour with one of the knowledgeable docents. The story of the Joslyn family and the building of the grounds is very interesting. The craftsmanship is truly extraordinary. If you enjoy history or architecture you should make a point of taking the tour. read more

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This is a beautiful home. It is well kept inside the home and around the gardens. I appreciated our tour guides detailed explanation of each room. It's a shame the gift shop was closed as I had family from England, who would have liked a souvenir. read more

We went on one of their scheduled tours, Thursday at 2:00. They open the doors 15 minutes before the tour officially starts. No reservations needed. Admission is reasonable. There is plenty of private parking. The tour starts with a short video then your tour guide takes you on the house tour. Our tour guide was really informative, had stories, and was funny. She kept the attention of my 17 and 20 year old sons. I think George and Sarah would be proud of how well the house was being kept. They also have a gift shop with cute souvenirs. read more

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The Joslyn family were major benefactors to many Omaha institutions, including the Art Museum. The Joslyn Castle was originally built as their home and served for many years as the headquarters for the Omaha City Schools. Consequently, many of the historic elements were lost due to numerous renovations over the years but the Castle is being restored (as money allows) and many historic elements are being uncovered, rediscovered or restored. The tour guides provide a good history of the Castle and of the City of Omaha. The guide on our tour was quite knowledgeable about the history of the building and the City. Well worth the time to tour. Be sure to check tour dates/times and the availability of tours - the castle is NOT open everyday. read more

Beautiful Castle. Very friendly tour guides. We learned so much about the history of the Joslyns and Omaha. Highly recommended. read more

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This was my first time here and this places has a lot of history and the family gave so much to the community. I will be coming back to see everything after they complete their renovations. Also, it's best to go when it's cooler, that place knows how to lock in the heat. See you guys again! read more

Our trip didn't line up with a date they were doing a tour, so we just walked around the grounds and it was really cool. To see such a unique building in the middle of a neighborhood and such ornate garden for a home (side project of the botanical garden we found out) was a very nice, FREE, 45 minute detour from our downtown activities. read more

Unfortunately, they only open the first Sunday of every month. I didn't get a chance to get into the castle, but I don't regret I had went there. read more

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Not much to see since most of the furnitures are gone. The interior is pretty and you get to learn about weird ideas rich people have of their homes. read more

May 27th Drove 8 hrs to tour, were told by castle contact via email the week prior that reservations were not needed. Got here & were told tour was sold out, very disappointed! read more

Even if you're not a history buff, I recommend you sign up for a tour! The tours are affordable; $10/person. This tour takes you through not just the history of the castle but also the architectural meanings and concepts. The tour guide Sherri Moore was incredibly smart on everything. She had a mind like a steel trap! She knew everything about the house from construction to school district HQ to what it currently stands as. No question got pass her! The outside grounds are open to the public for free 24/7 and are very photogenic. The castle also offers its self as a venue for parties and weddings. I plan on getting wedding photos done here in the coming months and I'll update this review with my photoshoot experience. read more

Would have been a great experience for me and my husband, however it is closed on the weekends. Should reconsider changing their hours allowing for more visitation flexibility for those traveling to Omaha. Beautiful on the outside, wish we could have gone in! read more

Sherry provided us with a wonderful guided tour. The tour gave us such a great overview of the history of Omaha and the area. We were encouraged to see the Joceyln Museum, Bridget St Bridget play (we did both and it was wonderful!), as well as other local interests. This place is beautiful and the Organization did SUCH a great job opening our eyes to beautiful Omaha. Make this your first stop on your trip! read more

Had the pleasure of seeing the Brigit St Brigit theater group in Twelfth Night at the Joslyn Castle. Perfect setting for an intimate production. The interior is beautiful, especially during the holidays with the decorations in place. I imagine it's nice for parties and weddings too. They have tours on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. http://www.joslyncastle.com/ read more

This lovely structure was built as a private home, and eventually became the headquarters for Omaha Public Schools for many years. As a museum and venue for weddings and similar, it continues to contribute to Omaha. The old carved woodwork is phenomenal; imagine what it was like to live there! And it withstood the big Easter tornado all those years ago. Docents give lovely informative tours. read more

Well. It is beautiful. Open for tours 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. 1:00, 2:00, 3:00. Our tour guide was weak and rushed not knowledgeable about the family or the buildings, really. Friendly but she was not worth the price...$42 for 2 seniors, an adult and 2 kids under 11 years. Luckily, the house was nice and the grounds beautiful. read more

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This was an "ok" tour. There is little to no furniture in most of the rooms, although there are pictures on some of the walls displaying how the rooms were furnished at one time. The lady who gave our tour gave the same information that was printed in the brochure. It was disappointing we were unable to see all of the rooms. A magnificent structure that I wish I could have seen before some of the rooms were "remodeled." read more

September, 2013 Joslyn Castle was the most memorable site for our daughter's wedding and reception this September, 2013. From our first visit with Emily Lasky, the event planner, to numerous phone calls and emails, through to the end of the reception, Emily was so positive, cooperative, and professional. Her attitude was always to try to honor the couple's requests. Since the bride and groom came from out of town, Emily, the catering coordinator, and photographer met with them for over two hours to confirm and clarify all details. The friendly crew at the Castle set up the outdoor seating and the inside table arrangements exactly as was instructed. We were even allowed to pick up our personal decorations, flowers, and equipment the next morning. Visually, the wedding was perfect! The weather was incredible. The grounds were green and the fall flowers were bright and blooming. The Castle was rich and warm with historic details. All the rooms on the main floor were arranged for people to be seated or stand at cocktail tables, while the jazz trio performed on the stage of the music hall. Toasts were given at the top of the ornate spiral staircase while guests were listening below in the massive central hall, which adjoined the solarium and the formal dining room, where the buffet was served. Docents offered tours of the first two floors for those who wanted to learn more about the Joslyn family and prestigious home. We could not be more pleased with our unforgettable day at Joslyn Castle. The Mother of the Bride read more