Tickets are required all visitors entering the castle, regardless of age. Tours can accommodate a maximum of 18 visitors at a time only, and tour tickets often sell out in advance.
Tickets are required for castle entry for all visitors, including those for whom there is no fee i.e. Charter Oak, DAV and Library Pass holders, as well as for all children ages 5 and under.
2026 Fall Tours
September 11 - October 12, 2026 - Tours are held weekends only, every 15 minutes between 10 am - 4:00 pm
Please note that only the first floor of Gillette Castle is ADA accessible. Tour tickets are required for castle entry, but visitors are welcome to view the exterior of the castle and enjoy the park grounds without a tour ticket. Tickets are required for all visitors entering the castle, regardless of age.
Complimentary Admission Pass Holders (Charter Oak, DAV & Library Pass) MUST present their pass with their admission ticket to receive entry into the castle.
Tours are held November 27 - December 20, 2026 - Tours are held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas, every 15 minutes between 10 am - 4:00 pm.
Please note that only the first floor of Gillette Castle is ADA accessible. Tour tickets are required for castle entry, but visitors are welcome to view the exterior of the castle and enjoy the park grounds without a tour ticket. Tickets are required for all visitors entering the castle, regardless of age.
Complimentary Admission Pass Holders (Charter Oak, DAV & Library Pass) MUST present their pass with their admission ticket to receive entry into the castle.
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