Gillette Castle State Park Tours, CT

Gillette Castle is the former home of William Gillette, most famous for his acting role portraying Sherlock Holmes. The public river camping sites are on the grounds of his 24 room mansion, reminiscent of a medieval castle.

Book Now

2025 Gillette Castle Tour Schedule


Peak Season Tours - Ticket sales begin April 1, 2025
May 24 - September 1, 2025 - Tours are held daily, every 15 minutes between 10am - 4pm


Fall Tours - Ticket sales begin April 1, 2025
September 6 - October 13, 2025 - Tours are held weekends only, every 15 minutes between 10 am - 4:00 pm


Holiday Tours - Ticket sales begin September 2, 2025
November 28 - December 21, 2025 - Tours are held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas, every 15 minutes between 10 am - 3:30 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. The park grounds and restrooms are open daily from 8am - sunset year round. Complimentary Admission Pass Holders (Charter Oak, DAV & Library Pass) MUST present their pass with their admission ticket to receive entry into the castle.


Bus Trips
Groups visiting by bus are welcome during the peak season (Memorial Day to Labor Day) on weekdays mornings at 9:00 am only. A bus permit is required and must be reserved at least two weeks in advance. Bus permits can be reserved by phone at 1-877-668-2267. A separate tour ticket is required for each visitor wishing to tour the castle and can be purchased on site in the visitor center.