Guided Bannerman Island Cruise & Walking Tour
Cruise the Hudson River to explore Bannerman Castle ruins and gardens
Duration
2.5 hours
Includes
Boat ride, guided island tour
Highlights
Travel by boat to Pollepel Island and walk among Bannerman Castle ruins and gardens. Learn about the island’s history at the Bannerman Garden and Residence.
- Explore the Bannerman Castle ruins and gardens
- Discover Pollepel Island’s history on a guided walk
- Visit the Bannerman Garden and Bannerman Residence
- Ride the Estuary Steward across the Hudson River
What's Included
- Round-trip boat transportation aboard the Estuary Steward
- Guided walking tour of Bannerman Island
Important details
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in
- Wear comfortable shoes for rough terrain and a 72-step climb from the dock, with a rest stop
- Strollers and wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on the island
- Babes in arms and children in carriers are not allowed on Bannerman Island
- Every passenger requires a boat seat, regardless of age
- Bring your own food only for eating on the boat; picnicking is not allowed on the island
- Only service dogs as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act are allowed on the island
- Use the composting toilets on Bannerman Island; no restroom is available at the dock
Cancellation Policy
No refunds or rescheduling. If the captain cancels due to weather, you may reschedule to another date. Tours run rain or shine.
Product ID: 7C3WT7
FAQs
The historical tour is not recommended for children age 5 and under.
Park at the Beacon Train Station parking lot. Parking is free from Friday at 6 pm through Sunday evening and metered at other times.
Bring rain gear.
Meeting details
2 Red Flynn Drive, Beacon, NY 12508
Related locations
Pollepel Island
Admission includedRising from the Hudson River just off the shore of Fishkill, New York, Pollepel Island is one of the region's most atmospheric and storied destinations. Bare stone towers and arched doorways emerge from dense vegetation, framing views of the surrounding Highlands. Few places in the Hudson Valley carry as much legend and layered history as Pollepel Island. Long steeped in Native American lore and later transformed by an eccentric Scottish immigrant, the island rewards curious visitors with a sense of discovery that is genuinely rare.
