Vikingsholm
Type: Architecture, Historic Sites, Sightseeing, Tours and Excursions
10Best Says
Constructed as a vacation home in 1929, Vikingsholm sits at the head of Emerald Bay, a gracious tribute to Scandinavian architecture. Sited picturesquely amid dramatic evergreens, it features building... Read More
Constructed as a vacation home in 1929, Vikingsholm sits at the head of Emerald Bay, a gracious tribute to Scandinavian architecture. Sited picturesquely amid dramatic evergreens, it features building materials harvested largely from the area. Portions of the home boast sod roofs; other details include six fireplaces, carved beams, and period and reproduction furniture. On Fannette Island, in the bay, are remnants of a tea house built for guests. Access to the property is by water; via a steep, mile-long hike from a parking lot off of Highway 89; or via a 1.7-mile hike from Eagle Point State Park. Either route you choose, you'll be rewarded by lovely vistas along the way and a glimpse of life from Tahoe's early days. Tours are about a half-hour long.
Hours:
- Mid Jun-Sep: Daily 10am-4pm
Admissions:
- Adult $5; Child (6-17) $3; Child (5 and under) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Christina Nellemann
Reno and Tahoe Local Expert
- Things to Do with Kids: "Vikingsholm tours are offered throughout the day."
- Museums: "The 1-mile hike down to Vikingsholm from the parking lot is easy--the hike up is a little steep."
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: The Vikingsholm Castle is great for families with older children interested in history and architecture.
- Best for Museums Because: Vikingsholm has its own garden and beach with an incredible view of Emerald Bay.
