Tovrea Castle at Carraro Heights

After years of restoration, Tovrea Castle at Carraro Heights is open for public tours. The iconic castle-like mansion - some say it resembles a tiered wedding cake - dazzles from miles away on its hillside location on Van Buren Street. Now under the operation of the Tovrea Carraro Society, the historic structure is open for ticketed public tours. Tours are approximately two hours and include access to the main floor and basement, extensive grounds and cactus gardens. Tours depart from the Visitor Center, where guests ride aboard a tram for a tour of the property's 44 acres before arriving at the castle.