Castle Tours
The Tovrea Carraro Society relies entirely on community volunteers to conduct tours of the Castle. As the Society grows, additional tour dates will be scheduled.
Due to occupancy limits, tours are limited to 14 people and therefore must be booked in advance. Any “walk-in” tour requests will be based on availability only.
2013 Tour Times
January – April 8:30 AM & 11:30 AM Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
May 7:30 AM & 10:30 AM Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
June – July 7:30 AM Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
August Closed
September 7:30 AM Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
October 7:30 AM & 10:30 AM Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
November – December 8:30 AM & 11:30 AM Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Booking Your Tickets
Due to occupancy limits, tours must be booked in advance. Tour tickets are sold on a first come first serve basis. There is no waiting list for cancellations. You can purchase a tour ticket by calling 1-800-838-3006 and speaking to an agent.
You can also book your tickets online. Please note – March through May tours are completely sold out.
March through July Tickets – book online here
September through December Tickets – book online here
Please note, dates and times shown in black indicate space still available on a tour. Dates and times in grey indicate there are no openings.
Tour Prices
Adults $15.00
Senior (55+)/Military/Student $13.00
Children (2 – 12) $10.00
Children Under 2 Free
Group Tours
Group tours are currently not available.
Cancellation Policy
Tour payments are nonrefundable. You may reschedule your tour by calling 1-800-838-3006 at least 72 hours in advance.
Tovrea Castle at Carraro Heights Visitor Center
All Castle tours will begin at the Visitor Center located at:
5025 E. Van Buren
Phoenix, AZ 85008
Pre-Tour Pointers
Castle tours are approximately two hours long. Please consider the following when planning your tour:
- Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your reserved tour time.
- Bring water for your tour. Please ensure all containers are capped.
- Photography allowed. Flash photography is not be permitted inside the Castle.
- Strollers are not permitted inside the Castle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be able to go to the top of the Castle?
What should I wear or bring on the tour?
Is the Castle wheelchair accessible?
Can I have my wedding in the Castle?
May I walk around the grounds without going on a tour?
May I rent the property for an event?
Is there a waiting list for cancellations?
The tour will begin in the visitor center with a short video highlighting the history of the Castle. Next, you will board carts and be driven around the property where you will see the unique cactus gardens and outdoor features. The carts will then take you to the Castle where you’ll have an opportunity to go back in time and learn about the man inspired to build the castle and the people that made it their home. The tour will conclude in the visitor center.
Will I be able to go to the top of the Castle?
No, tours are limited to the first floor and basement.
What should I wear or bring on the tour?
A portion of the tour is outdoors. Please wear appropriate attire for a desert environment. Closed toe shoes are recommended. Hats, suncreen, sunglasses and water are especially important during our warmer months. Water should be in capped containers.
Service animals are the only pets allowed on the grounds.
Is the Castle wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Wheelchair accessible transportation is provided between the Visitor’s Center and the Caslte. There is also an elevator in the Caslte between the basement and the first floor.
Can I have my wedding in the Castle?
The Castle is not currently available for events.
May I walk around the grounds without going on a tour?
Guided tours are currently the only service provided at this time.
May I rent the property for an event?
The Castle is not currently available for events. There are plans to host events in the future.
Is there a waiting list for cancellations?
There is no waiting list for cancellations. Keep checking the web site for dates and times that may open due to cancellations.
Make a financial contribution to the Tovrea Carraro Society to keep the historic Tovrea Castle open to the public!