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LocationScotty's Castle and the Scotty's Castle Visitor Center are located at the north end of Death Valley National Park, 53 miles from Furnace Creek and approximately 45 miles from Stovepipe Wells Village. From U.S. Route 95, 154 miles north of Las Vegas, it is 26 miles to Scotty's Castle on Nevada State Route 267. Special ProgramsThe highlight of a visit to Scotty's Castle is the 50 minute long guided living history tour of the interior of the main house. The tours are first come first served on the day of the tour and the first tour starts at 9:30 a.m. Tickets are available at the Castle Ticket Office during the winter months and at the Visitor Center during the summer. The last tour for the day starts at 4:00 p.m. and the grounds close for the day at 5:00 p.m. A self-guiding tour of the Castle grounds is available. Check at the Castle Ticket Office for information and guide booklet. ExhibitsThe Scotty's Castle Visitor Center contains exhibits and interactive displays from the Castle Museum Collection. Exhibits cover the fascinating history of the Castle with special emphasis on the two personalities Death Valley Scotty and Albert M. Johnson. Available FacilitiesDuring the summer season, from April through October, the Visitor Center serves as the ticket office for guided tours of Scotty's Castle. The Death Valley Natural History Association operates a book sales outlet in the Visitor Center. The Association makes available books and information on the story of Scotty's Castle and general information on Death Valley. Xanterra Parks & Resorts operates a sandwich shop and gift shop on the Castle grounds, and also operates a gasoline station during the day.
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