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We welcome guests to explore the estate and enjoy our many offerings. In addition to being a destination to visit, Biltmore is a privately owned property and working farm. In preparation for enjoying time at Biltmore, please be aware of the following policies.
For your safety and the protection of this historic home, all guests must enter through a security scanner for each entry to the building.
*Biltmore is a privately owned estate with both Security Personnel and Law Enforcement Officers on the property. In the interest of public safety, and for the safety of Biltmore employees and officers, Biltmore does not permit weapons/firearms inside Biltmore House or in estate establishments that serve alcohol.
Overnight guests may safely secure their weapons/firearms in their hotel room while on the estate. Daytime guests may safely secure their weapons/firearms in their vehicle while on the estate.
Law enforcement officers are not exempt unless coordinated and approved in advance by Biltmore’s Director of Security & Police Operations.
We appreciate your understanding of, and cooperation with, this policy.
Guests may bring a personal bag no larger than 19″ x 14″ x 9″ into Biltmore House.
If your bag does not meet these requirements, please leave it in your vehicle or ask about storage options. Exceptions will be made for medical items after inspection.
Backpacks are not allowed on any guided tours, including Rooftop, Backstairs, Exclusive, and Expert-Guided tours. Guests are required to leave backpacks in a locker or in their vehicle.
We reserve the right to refuse admission for any bag, parcel, or other item. Weapons/Firearms* are prohibited.
No outside food and beverage is permitted on estate grounds except for personal water bottles and while picnicking in certain estate locations; please visit Guest Services for recommended picnic spots.
Only clear, plastic water bottles are permitted inside Biltmore House. Outside alcohol and tailgating—including the use of tents, grills, multiple camping chairs/tables, and large coolers—are not permitted on estate grounds.
The grounds are perfect for walking your pets, but please keep them securely leashed at all times. Animals (except service animals) are not allowed in any building. Animals are allowed on the outdoor patios of Bistro and Cedric’s Tavern, but patio seating should be requested from the host or hostess inside first. All animals must be leashed on estate grounds for their own safety and the comfort of our other guests. Please be courteous of others and pick up after your pet.
Tickets are not valid after original use. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. The service charge is non-refundable. Resale of tickets is prohibited by law and/or regulation.
Your ticket purchase gives Biltmore, its representatives, and the media authorization to use and reproduce any video or photographs of you and your party.
Guests visiting Biltmore are subject to the rules and regulations governing this private property and the State of North Carolina.
Bicycles are considered vehicles in North Carolina and must be operated in full compliance with state vehicle laws as well as Biltmore policies. All traffic and directional signage on estate property applies equally to motor vehicles and bicycles.
To ride your bike on the estate, you must be a Biltmore Annual Passholder, a guest of The Inn, Village Hotel, or Cottages on Biltmore Estate®, or have an estate daytime admission ticket for that day.
Where you can and cannot ride
You are welcome to ride your bike in the following areas:
Bicycle riding is allowed on estate property and roads as well as designated bike trails throughout the estate. Both bike riders and guests in cars have access to the same roads.
Bicycles are prohibited in the following areas:
Bicycles as Primary Transportation If your primary mode of transportation onto the estate is a bicycle, you:
If you are transporting bicycles on your motor vehicle, you:
If you need to park your bicycle to tour Biltmore House, bicycle storage is located near the North iron gate by the Rampe Douce.
State Laws and Biltmore Policies
All guests must follow ALL rules as established through the Laws of the State of North Carolina as well as Biltmore policies.
Per these laws and policies, bicycle riders:
Should you or your guests violate these policies, we reserve the right to revoke estate access via bicycle and/or your Annual Pass at any time.
Trail Information & Bike Rentals
Please visit the Outdoor Adventure Center and/or Bike Barn in Antler Hill Village for instructions and trail maps.
Bike rentals are also available at the Bike Barn for an additional fee.
Thank you for your interest in Biltmore as a possible location for photography and/or videos.
At this time, you may capture images such as engagement/maternity/graduation/quinceañera/ family/prom portraits on Biltmore’s grounds for personal use, following the guidelines below. Please note that not all areas of the estate are open for photography/videography due to our special event schedule.
For bridal and wedding photos/videos, see General Estate Policies and Helpful Details & Links for more information.
Thank you for helping us preserve the integrity of the Biltmore name and image by cooperating with the following policies. We invite you to share your images on social media by tagging #Biltmore and @biltmoreestate.
GENERAL ESTATE POLICIES
BILTMORE HOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY
All photography and videography must comply with these guidelines and not negatively impact the guest experience for other guests (i.e. blocking an area to take photos, asking guests or employees to move out of the way of a shot, etc.).
Biltmore image, logo, and name are registered trademarks and cannot be used by outside parties without permission from The Biltmore Company.
Biltmore reserves the right to modify these policies at any time.
HELPFUL DETAILS & LINKS
Failure to comply with Biltmore’s photography and videography policies may result in Biltmore employees and/or Biltmore security team members asking you to end the photo or video shoot.
Biltmore Estate’s 8,000-acre Blue Ridge Mountain backyard is home to a wide variety of wildlife and birds including black bears, deer, rabbits, turkeys, and migratory waterfowl. While it is a treat to witness wildlife in their natural habitat, it is extremely important to remember these are wild animals, and as such, can become aggressive and even dangerous.
For the health and safety of our guests, employees, and estate wildlife, we ask that all guests please:
Additional safety guidance regarding black bears in the Blue Ridge Mountain area, please review this helpful Bear Safety guide from the National Park Service.
Biltmore does not permit third parties (including Biltmore Annual Passholders, vendors, or community members) to conduct their own Biltmore tours. This policy allows Biltmore to protect its brand by: