Fort Tours on Georges Island

Join a ranger-led tour of Fort Warren

Boston Harbor Now

Join the rangers of the Boston Harbor Islands for a tour of Fort Warren. Some ranger-led tours focus primarily on the military history of the fortifications, while others discuss the lives of prisoners at the fort during the Civil War.

Programs are offered to daily to coincide with ferry times. All programs at staffing and weather dependent and may be cancelled. Check inside the visitors center upon arrival to Georges. Programs last about 45 minutes and are typically followed by a telling of the story of the Lady in Black.  

Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website.

Details

Duration

45 Minutes

Programs will last approximately 45 minutes. 

Activity

Guided Tours

Pets Allowed

No

Service animals are allowed on island.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Georges Island

Reservations

No

Season

Summer

Tours for the 2025 season will run daily from June 16 to September 1. 

Time of Day

Day

Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm.

Accessibility Information

Service animals are allowed on island.  

The interior of Fort Warren has several narrow passageways, doorway thresholds, and steep staircases. A mix of stone, and pavement provide access to much of the first level of the fort. Some of the pavement is uneven.