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Vikingsholm

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#6 of 40 things to do in South Lake Tahoe

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Hwy 89 at Emerald Bay State Park, South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Built as a summer home in 1929, this grand castle on Emerald Bay is considered one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the Western Hemisphere.

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Hwy 89 at Emerald Bay State Park, South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Teramo48

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

480355

Reviewed 1 week ago

Beautiful summer home in the Scandinavia style

Although it is a hike down to Emerald Bay and a worse one back up, the house is worth a visit. It was built in the Scandinavian style and very different from other historic homes of rich people. The docent gave just enough information and...More

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Roberta Y

Lafayette, California, United States

6314

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

One of the Treasures of Emerald Bay

Combine a some hiking exercise with historical discovery. This landmark is an important original home of Lake Tahoe. Guides are knowledgeable and will answer all your questions. Parking can be a challenge and check schedule for opening. We were lucky to catch the last weekend...then...More

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dcrunner5

Midway, Utah

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Beautiful architecture and an interesting tour

We really enjoyed touring Vikingsholm. We had seen it from the lake and had read about it. The tour guide was interesting and informative. It was interesting to learn more about the fascinating history of the design, construction, and use of this structure. It's definitely...More

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scubaDave52

Lansing, Michigan

150110

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Historic Home pales to the comparison of the surrounding beauty

Vikingsholm, of course, was never visited by vikings. But inspired by the lake and trees the home is modeled on ancient homes in Scandanavia. No question it is a beautiful place to visit. But it is costly (a little cash and lot of effort) The...More

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Fred T

Reno, Nevada

530139

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Long walk downhill to lake and home; tours booked up; parking hard to do

We drove around the lake to visit this place. The parking lots were full (on a Tuesday morning), as well as the roadside parking. We finally found a place and walked back to the main parking lot and then the one mile downhill on a...More

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Donna H

Boulder Creek, United States

103

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Fascinating bit of Tahoe history

I have been visiting the South Lake Tahoe area for 50 years and only just did the Vikingsholm tour for the first time. Wish we'd done it sooner! Amazing history, terrific docent, and you're allowed to roam by yourself after the tour. Got some great...More

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Vera G

255

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The Hearst Castle of Tahoe

Emerald Bay with the historic Nordic style lodge aptly name Vikingsholm with worthy of an afternoon. It’s a breathtaking view from the highway vista, but also worthy of the hike down or boat trip to Emerald Bay. It’s one of the top star attractions of...More

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586brandonm

7627

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Smaller than I expected.

Parking at the top cost $10. This will also cover the cost of the other state park (DL Bliss) just down the road. The walk down is a mile. ( The first U turn is about half way to the house). The tour of the...More

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Jennifermoen

Sacramento, California

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Tour of Vikingholm

Great your! Nancy was our guide and she knows her stuff! 14 years I believe she's been doing the your. So interesting and 80% of the furnishings are original. A really fun trip. Parking a pain so get there early. They also limit the size...More

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intrepidgram

Isanti, Minnesota

Reviewed September 6, 2018 via mobile

Worth the hike down

First point. Do not let the Trip Advisor map guide you. It was totally wrong in location. However, we did find the place with the help of Google and the Taylor Creek Visitor center. Parking lot was full, but there was free roadside parking available....More