The Mark Twain House & Museum, a National Historic Landmark in Hartford, Connecticut, was the home of America's greatest author, Samuel …
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Mar 14, 2025
Great experience. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. Only down fall is they don’t allow pics inside the house. The furniture, decor, and wood work is amazing. Highly recommend. We took the regul…Full review by Pete W
Jan 12, 2025
I loved this experience. Touring the Mark Twain House is a must!!! My fiancé and I were in Hartford for the weekend and we bought tickets for the General House Tour. We weren’t even big Mark Twain fa…Full review by 1ittletravels
Jan 2, 2025
I’ve always wanted to visit here. We booked the living history tour on a Friday afternoon. It’s small groups and a very knowledgeable actor plays out someone from the life of Mark Twain. We had Aaron…Full review by MelissaClaire93
I can only tour the first floor due to not being able to climb stairs, while my husband can tour the whole house...is it OK that I stay only to the first floor on the tour and then go into the gift shop?
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The staff at the House Museum are very accommodating. I am sure that they will work out a plan for you. The main florr is the best area of the house to visit
Is the house decorated for the Christmas holidays?
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As it is a restored museum, I don't know how much they would actually decorate without compromising the integrity of the home furnishings. Best to check on the website or call them …
As it is a restored museum, I don't know how much they would actually decorate without compromising the integrity of the home furnishings. Best to check on the website or call them directly; they may have special viewings or presentations in accord with the festive occasion without using decorations. it's a beautiful place to visit in any season.