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Public Self-Guided Tours of Preston Castle will be available the first and third Saturdays of each month April through August.
9:30am Guided Tour Option Available for up to 16 guests
Preston Castle, located in Ione, California, is a historic castle built in 1894 as a reform school for boys. Today, The Preston Castle Foundation serves to preserve & restore the Castle. To that end, we offer self-guided and guided tours providing visitors a unique opportunity to explore the castle’s fascinating history and architecture.
Public self-guided tours are offered on frequent Saturdays from April through August. You will have access to the first floor, second floor and basement and learn about the history of the Preston School of Industry. Docents will be available to answer questions and guide participants through the Castle.
For public guided tours, you are invited to take an interesting and informative historical tour of Preston Castle. You will be guided by a trained docent through the first floor, second floor and basement and learn about the history of the Preston School of Industry. Also available is a closed-captioned Virtual Tour for our mobility restricted guests which will take place on the accessible ground floor (basement) of the Castle.
Explore the Castle’s many rooms and learn about its past occupants, as well as the changes that have occurred over the years. The Castle is filled with interesting stories and historical artifacts, making it a must-see attraction for history buffs and anyone interested in California’s past.
Preston Castle is also a marvel of architectural design. The castle was built in the Romanesque Revival style. Explore the castle at your own pace and take in all of its stunning details.
Whether you’re a local or visiting California for the first time, a self-guided tour of Preston Castle is a great way to spend an afternoon and learn more about this fascinating piece of California history.