Regular Season
Alex Jordan’s awesome retreat built atop a chimney of rock opened to the public in 1960. The retreat was only the beginning. Alex used to explain his sprawling creation of collections, displays and galleries by saying that “one thing just sort of led to another.” On our self-guided tour you will explore some of the most unique collections including the world’s largest carousel, a 200′ sea creature, automated music machines and much more.
2026 Dates
March 12 – May 10, 2026
Open Thursday – Monday | Closed Tuesday & Wednesday
May 11 – Sept 13, 2026
Open Daily
September 14 – November 8, 2026
Open Thursday – Monday | Closed Tuesday & Wednesday
November 12– December 28, 2026
Christmas at The House on the Rock – see Christmas page for more information!
Hours
| Open | 9:00 am |
| Last admittance to the Ultimate Experience | 3:00 pm |
| All ticket sales end and last admittance | 4:00 pm |
| Complex completely closed | 5:00 pm |
We recommend at least 3 hours to see the Ultimate Experience and that our Guests arrive no later than 2 pm. Arriving later in the day will limit your admission options and you may need to move through the complex more quickly than you would like. Certain areas begin to close as early as 2 pm and other routes may be shortened. The complex completely closes at 5 pm.
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Regular Season Ultimate Experience Admission
The Ultimate Experience Admission (available during the Regular Season Dates) is a self-guided visit of Sections 1, 2 and 3.
| Adult (age 18 and over) | $36.95 plus sales tax |
| Senior (age 62 and over) and Military | $34.95 plus sales tax |
| Children (age 7-17) | $19.95 plus sales tax |
| Children (6 and under) | $5.95 plus sales tax |
- We recommend that you allow at least 3 to 3 1/2 hours for the Ultimate Experience Admission. The last Ultimate Experience Admission is sold at 3:00 pm. The later in the day you arrive and if you arrive after 3:00 pm, the less you will be able to see and there will be fewer admission options. You may also have to move through the complex more quickly than you would like as all sections begin closing at 4:00 pm and the complex completely closes at 5:00 pm.
- Wisconsin sales tax is 5.5%
The Highlight Experience Admission
The Highlight Experience (available during the Regular Season Dates) is a self-guided visit of Sections 1 and 2.
| Adult, Senior and Military | $29.95 plus sales tax |
| Children (age 7-17) | $16.95 plus sales tax |
| Children (6 and under) | $3.95 plus sales tax |
- This ticket which only includes Sections 1 and 2 and is only sold on-site.
- Last Highlight Experience is sold at 3:30 pm.
- Wisconsin sales tax is 5.5%
The Original House Experience Admission
The Original House Experience (available during the Regular Season Dates) is a self-guided visit of Section 1 only.
| Adult, Senior and Military | $19.95 plus sales tax |
| Children (age 7-17) | $11.95 plus sales tax |
| Children (6 and under) | $1.95 plus sales tax |
- This ticket which only includes Section 1 and is only sold on-site.
- The Asian Garden and The Alex Jordan Center close at 2:00 pm.
- Last Original House Experience is sold at 4:00 pm.
- Wisconsin sales tax is 5.5%
All rates, dates, times and displays are subject to change without notice. The later in the day that you arrive and the closer you get to last admittance, the less you will be able to see and there will be fewer admission options.
The House on the Rock presents “The Dark Side,” a decidedly different experience at The House on the Rock. The Dark Side Halloween event runs select Friday and Saturday nights in October.
Additional Information:
The House on the Rock is a private, family owned Attraction. To Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our guests, please respect the following rules and policies:
• The House on the Rock is a large complex with several buildings, rooms and walkways. It is a walking experience that encompasses many ramps, varied and uneven surfaces and outdoor areas. Some areas may present challenges to visitors with known heart or respiratory problems, poor circulation or difficulty walking long distances, going up and down hills and negotiating stairs.
• There are a variety of indoor and outdoor air and temperature conditions. This may impact guests sensitive to allergens, humidity and/or temperature fluctuations.
•Due to architectural design, the Gate House and Original House in Section 1 are not accessible by motorized scooters, wheelchairs, walkers or strollers. Other areas have uneven surfaces and ramps that may be difficult to maneuver.
• Wheelchairs and scooters cannot be longer than 52″ to fit in our lifts. Our lifts have a 750 pound weight restrictions. Motorized scooters need to be fully charged to get through the accessible portions of the 3 sections.
• Strollers cannot be larger than 31″ wide and 52″ long. Stroller wagons, tricycles or other child transportation devices are not allowed. Strollers must be parked and left in the Hub (just before the Gate House) when visiting the Gate House and the Original House in Section 1.
• You must bring your own scooter, wheelchair, walker or stroller.
• Guests that are affected by claustrophobia and acrophobia may find a few areas difficult. Team Members are available to assist you with alternate routes.
• The House on the Rock is a visual and audio sensory experience. People with light and noise sensitivities may find the Attraction challenging.
• Only service animals assisting an individual with a disability as defined by ADA are allowed. Comfort, therapy or emotional support animals do not meet the definition of service animals and are not permitted. Guests who use service animals must retain control of their animals at all times and should keep them on a leash or harness while visiting. Service animals may not be in strollers, backpacks or carriers.
• No pets are allowed. Please do not leave your pet in your car. Consider pet daycare available in Dodgeville and Spring Green.
• Outside food, alcohol and non-sealable, non-bottled beverages are not allowed anywhere past The House on the Rock admission areas and may not be consumed anywhere inside of the complex or in the restaurants/food areas. Restaurants/food areas close at 3:00 pm. There are outside picnic tables and benches located near the oversized-vehicle parking lot if you choose to bring your own food and beverage.
• Parking lots and picnic area close at 5:00 pm. Entrance Gate locks at 5:15 pm and no cars will be able to enter. No overnight parking.
• The House on the Rock is a non-smoking facility. Smoking of tobacco, e-cigarettes or other products that produce a vapor or smoke is only allowed in marked designated outside smoking areas.
• Casual photography is permitted. No tripods are allowed. All commercial uses of photography or video is prohibited without advance written permission.
• The use of unmanned aerial vehicles or drones is not permitted anywhere on the property.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• We accept cash, Visa, MasterCard and Discover – checks and Traveler’s Checks are not accepted.
• We may from time to time, without prior notice and without refund, liability or compensation, change the operation hours or dates, change the rates, close any outdoor area, exhibit or part of an exhibit temporarily or restrict the number of people having access if we consider the weather,
safety or circumstances so require.
• We are a private family-owned, tax paying entity. Your admission fee exclusively supports The House on the Rock.
• Visitors must make advance arrangements to be picked-up or dropped-off as Taxis, Uber and Lyft are not available in our area.
• The House on the Rock is located in a rural area and Wi-Fi is not available and cellular service may be limited. Please check with your carrier.
