Explore the real-life Gilded Age mansions once owned by the Vanderbilts and others among America's wealthiest families and now seen in HBO's hit series.

In the season 4 renewal announcement, Erin Underhill, president of Universal Television, said, "Thanks to [Fellowes] and the phenomenally talented cast and crew, each season of The Gilded Age delivers stories rich in drama and history, stellar performances and stunning production value."

Series creator Julian Fellowes said he appreciates the beauty of Newport, especially the grandest artifacts of the Gilded Age, the city's mansions, but also draws deeper inspiration from the well-preserved former playground of the über wealthy.

Learn about the real people in "The Gilded Age," including J.P. Morgan and Consuelo Vanderbilt, as the series intertwines history and fiction.

Besides two mansions in Newport, HBO used two on Long Island, plus two English estates to portray the sprawling Sidmouth Castle in "The Gilded Age."

Downton Abbey fans: if you haven't started The Gilded Age on HBO Max, what are you waiting for?! The period drama isn't only from Downton creator Julian Fellowes, it's a sweeping family story about duty,

Explore J.P. Morgan's historic library, a book-lover's dream and architectural marvel, now a museum in New York City.

The Gilded Age has secured the number one position on HBO's Top 10 TV Shows in the United States, according to FlixPatrol data from August 5, 2025.