View from terrace of Gillette Castle overlooking river (Instagram@ilovemoo)
September 12, 2026 – October 12, 2026

Fall Castle Tours

Gillette Castle State Park
Location

67 River Rd.
East Haddam, CT 06423

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Autumn in Connecticut is a special time of year, and William Gillette's majestic 24 room castle, with its stunning hilltop views overlooking of the Connecticut River, is an unforgettable experience for visitors.  

Fall Castle Tours are available on weekends and holidays from Labor Day through Columbus Day.  Tours are available every 15 minutes from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  A maximum of 18 tickets are available for each tour.  Tours are self-guided and take approximately one hour. Guests should arrive at the castle five to ten minutes before your scheduled tour time.  We cannot guarantee entry if your tour time has passed.  

Due to the limited amount of daily tour tickets, we recommend that you purchase your tickets in advance.  However, if not sold out for the day, tickets may also be purchased on site at the Gillette Castle State Park Visitor Center.  



 

Location

67 River Rd.
East Haddam, CT 06423

Timing/Details

After Labor Day, Fall Tours are offered on weekends and holidays through Columbus Day.  Tours are available every 15 minutes from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. 

Contact

Gillette Castle State Park

860-526-2336

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